Tuition and Fees
The Kwantlen Board of Governors has approved tuition and other fees for each program. They vary depending upon the type and duration of the program. Senior citizens (age 65 and older) are not charged tuition or other fees for most courses. In addition to Kwantlen approved tuition and fees, students also pay fees levied by the Kwantlen Student Association (KSA). Detailed explanations of the KSA fees follow the fee tables.
Tuition and fees are normally stated as a rate per credit. Therefore, the cost of a course can normally be calculated by looking at its credit value in the Calendar Course Descriptions and multiplying by the rate. Note in some cases, a maximum or flat rate for a given semester or year is charged.
This fee schedule applies from 1 July 2010 to 30 June 2011. Kwantlen reserves the right to amend this schedule without notice. Rates are listed in Canadian dollars.
NOTE: As a result of the September, 2009 referendum, the Kwantlen Student Association has approved the addition or revision of the following fees, to affect any programs or courses beginning January 1, 2011 or later.
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Registration Fees & Tuition Tables
What type of program?
The type of program that you are in can be found on the program page in the Kwantlen Calendar in the Admission Type section.
Charges for Open Admission & Selective Entry Programs
| Charge | Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents | International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $ 121.15 per credit | $ 450.00 per credit |
| Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life (LTSD) (7% of tuition for Domestic) | $ 8.48 per credit | $ 15.00 per credit |
| Kwantlen Student Association Fees | Up to Dec 31, 2010 | Beginning Jan 1, 2011 |
| Operating Fund | $ 9.00 plus $ 3.00 per credit* | $ 9.00 plus $ 3.00 per credit* |
| Bursary Fund | $ 1.00 per semester | $ 1.00 per semester |
| Lobby Fund | $ 0.22 per credit | $ 0.29 per credit |
| SUB Capital Fee | $ 0.30 per credit | $ 0.95 per credit |
| START Volunteer Program | $ 0.20 per credit | $ 0.37 per credit |
| Reboot Computer Service | $ 0.20 per credit | $ 0.30 per credit |
| Peer Counseling | $ 0.15 per credit | |
| Advocacy Service | $ 0.10 per credit | |
| Clubs and Events | $ 0.65 per credit | $ 0.65 per credit |
| Social Justice Fee | $ 0.15 per credit | |
| Intramurals | $ 0.21 per credit | $ 0.25 per credit |
| Student Publication Fee | $ 0.75 per credit | $ 0.75 per credit |
| Canadian Federation of Students | $ 0.60 per credit** | $ 0.60 per credit** |
| Student Association Extended Health Plan | $ 93.00 per year | $ 97.00 per year |
| Student Association Dental Plan | $ 86.00 per year | $ 90.00 per year |
* to a maximum of $ 50.00 per semester
** to a maximum of $ 7.20 per semester
Charges for Fixed Term Programs
| Charge | Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents | International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $ 105.50 per week | $ 450.00 per week |
| Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life (LTSD) (7% of tuition) | $ 7.38 per week | $ 15.00 per week |
| Kwantlen Student Association Fees | Up to Dec 31, 2010 | Beginning Jan 1, 2011 |
| Operating Fund | $ 2.90 per week | $ 2.90 per week |
| Bursary Fund | $ 0.10 per week | $ 0.10 per week |
| Lobby Fund | $ 0.20 per week | $ 0.27 per week |
| SUB Capital Fee | $ 0.28 per week | $ 0.86 per week |
| START Volunteer Program | $ 0.18 per week | $ 0.35 per week |
| Reboot Computer Service | $ 0.18 per week | $ 0.27 per week |
| Peer Counseling | $ 0.14 per week | |
| Advocacy Service | $ 0.09 per week | |
| Clubs and Events | $ 0.60 per week | $ 0.60 per week |
| Social Justice Fee | $ 0.14 per week | |
| Intramurals | $ 0.19 per week | $ 0.23 per week |
| Student Publication Fee | $ 0.69 per week | $ 0.69 per week |
| Canadian Federation of Students | $ 0.46 per week | $ 0.46 per week |
| Student Association Extended Health Plan | $ 93.00 per year | $ 97.00 per year |
| Student Association Dental Plan | $ 86.00 per year | $ 90.00 per year |
Charges for Full-time Continuous Intake Programs*
| Charge | Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents | International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $ 105.50 per week | $ 450.00 per week |
| Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life (LTSD) (7% of tuition) | $ 7.38 per week | $ 15.00 per week |
| Kwantlen Student Association Fees | Up to Dec 31, 2010 | Beginning Jan 1, 2011 |
| Operating Fund | $ 2.90 per week | $ 2.90 per week |
| Bursary Fund | $ 0.10 per week | $ 0.10 per week |
| Lobby Fund | $ 0.20 per week | $ 0.27 per week |
| SUB Capital Fee | $ 0.28 per week | $ 0.86 per week |
| START Volunteer Program | $ 0.18 per week | $ 0.35 per week |
| Reboot Computer Service | $ 0.18 per week | $ 0.27 per week |
| Peer Counseling | $ 0.14 per week | |
| Advocacy Service | $ 0.09 per week | |
| Clubs and Events | $ 0.60 per week | $ 0.60 per week |
| Social Justice Fee | $ 0.14 per week | |
| Intramurals | $ 0.19 per week | $ 0.23 per week |
| Student Publication Fee | $ 0.69 per week | $ 0.69 per week |
| Canadian Federation of Students | $ 0.46 per week | $ 0.46 per week |
| Student Association Extended Health Plan | $ 93.00 per year | $ 97.00 per year |
| Student Association Dental Plan | $ 86.00 per year | $ 90.00 per year |
*Fees for part-time programs are pro-rated.
Charges for Adult Basic Education Programs
Tuition is waived for Adult Basic Education courses. However, students are charged Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life and the Kwantlen Student Association fees at the credit or continuous intake rate as appropriate.
Charges for Other Programs
| Charge | Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents | International |
|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Education Work Terms | $ 545.17 per full-time* work term plus LTSD | $ 1305.00 per full-time* work term plus LTSD |
| Prior Learning Assessment | $ 121.15 per credit | $ 450.00 per credit |
| Gerontology-Based Therapeutic Recreation | $ 181.66 per credit** | |
| Health Unit Coordinator | $ 187.06 credit** | |
| Special Education Teachers Assistant | $ 146.37 per credit** | |
| Access Programs for People with Disabilities | $ 26.37 per week | |
| Career Choices and Life Success | Tuition waived** |
* part-time work terms will be pro-rated
**add libraries, technologies and student life fee (LTSD), and KSA fees
About Kwantlen Student Association Fees
In addition to tuition fees, students are required to pay Student Association fees. These include:
- Operating Fund
- Bursary Fund
- Lobby Fund
- SUB Capital Fee
- START Volunteer Program
- Reboot Computer Service
- Peer Counseling
- Advocacy Service
- Clubs and Events
- Social Justice Fee
- Intramurals
- Student Publication fee
- Canadian Federation of Students
- Student Association Extended Health Plan
- Student Association Dental Plan
All students, except senior citizens [age 65 and older], Summer Language Bursary recipients, those enrolled in Access Programs for People with Disabilities, students in a Co-operative Education work term and continuing studies students pay these fees. For a detailed explanation of these fees, see the Kwantlen Student Association web site.
Student Association Extended Health and Dental Plans
The Kwantlen Student Association has implemented, by means of student referendum, a mandatory health and dental plan providing extended medical coverage and a student dental plan. Enrolment in these plans is a requirement of registration at the University for all students with a course load of 60% (9 credits) or more. The name, student number, address, gender and date of birth of students eligible for enrolment in the plan will be released to the insurer and the plan administrators.
There is a provision for opting out of either or both plans if a student is able to provide proof of comparable existing coverage. Specific instructions for opting out are available online.
All questions or concerns about plan coverage or opting out of the Student Health and Dental Plan should be directed to the Student Service Coordinator:
| Kwantlen Student Association | Health and Dental Plan Provider | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Cloverdale: | 604.598.6053 | Tel: | 604.599.2431 |
| Langley: | 604.599.3398 | Fax: | 604.599.2432 |
| Richmond: | 604.599.2721 | Website | www.gallivan.ca/studentnetworks |
| Surrey: | 604.599.2126 | ||
Payment of Fees
Registration Deposit
Prior to registering, students must have a credit of $250.00 on account. The registration deposit is used as partial payment for courses in which the student is registered. It is non-refundable. If a student does not register at all in the semester, or is unable, after repeated attempts, to register in any course, we will automatically transfer their deposit to the next term. A registration deposit can be transferred to the next semester a maximum of two times.
Students who wish to request a refund of the registration deposit must follow the procedures as stated in policy C.39 titled “Refunds of Tuition and Other Fees” which can be found online at www.kwantlen.ca/policies.
Commitment Fees
Limited enrolment program students are required to remit a non-refundable and non-transferable Commitment Fee (from a minimum of $250 to a maximum of 25% of the program fee) at the time the applicant is offered a seat or prior to the student beginning the registration process. If the student completes the registration process, this fee will be applied towards the full tuition fees. Payment of this fee constitutes the equivalent of payment of the first-term deposit.
Payment of the commitment fee signifies acceptance of the seat by the applicant. Should the applicant not complete the registration process by registering on or before a specified deadline, the commitment fee is forfeited and retained by the University and the seat will be offered to another applicant.
Students who wish to request a refund of the commitment fee must follow the procedures as stated in policy C.39 titled "Refunds of Tuition and Other Fees" which can be found online at www.kwantlen.ca/policies.
International Student Commitment Fee
International students who are new to the institution must pay a non-refundable and non-transferable commitment fee of $1000 CAD prior to admission. The commitment fee will apply towards the tuition assessed for the first semester of study.
The commitment fee, minus a $300 CAD processing charge, will be refunded only if a student is denied a study permit by Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). The original letter of refusal from CIC must be submitted prior to the first day of classes along with a written request for a refund.
Students who do not register for the semester specified will forfeit the entire commitment fee.
Students who reduce their course load (drop or withdraw from courses) will be refunded based on the refund policy (see Refunds and Fee Adjustments listed below).
Students who wish to request a refund of the commitment fee must follow the procedures as stated in policy K.1 titled "Refunds of Tuition and Other Fees for International Students, Non-Canadian Citizens/Non-Permanent Residents" which can be found online at www.kwantlen.ca/policies.
Fee Payment Deadlines
Instructions for the payment of fees assessed during registration are included as part of the online Registration Guide and Timetable for each semester.
Fees must be paid by the first deadline as published in the Registration Guide and Timetable each semester. If a student does not make arrangements to pay their fees in full by the first payment deadline, their entire semester registration will be cancelled without notification. For any registration activity after the first payment deadline students will be required to pay their fees by the second payment deadline (after the end of late registration). If a student does not pay their fees by this second payment deadline their registration will not be cancelled. They will be billed for the outstanding fees and assessed a late penalty (currently 5% of the outstanding amount, with a $10.00 minimum).
An additional penalty will be assessed on any outstanding balance four weeks after the first billing. Should the outstanding account balance not be paid at this time, the University reserves the right to forward the account to collections.
Fixed Term Programs
Students registering in a fixed term program will be notified by Enrolment and Registrar Services of the date by which fees must be paid. All fees must be paid prior to the start of classes.
Continuous Intake Programs
Students registering in continuous intake programs are required to pay three (3) months tuition and other fees in advance, on or before the first teaching day of every third month.
Students who are granted Fee Deferrals must contact Enrolment and Registrar Services by the due date to arrange for continuation of their registration. Students for whom paying their tuition and other fees three months in advance is a hardship will be permitted to pay on a monthly basis if recommended by the Registrar or designate or the Financial Awards Officer after completing an assessment of need.
Students who do not pay their fees by the close of business on the first day of classes for the month for which fees are due will be subject to a late payment fee. A student who fails to pay the fees owing by the close of business on the third day of classes for the month for which fees are due will have her or his registration cancelled and the seat may be offered to an applicant on the waitlist.
The student may appeal for reinstatement through the normal Kwantlen appeal process. If reinstatement is approved, the student will be required to pay a reinstatement fee in addition to the late payment fee. Reinstatement will be subject to the availability of a seat in the program.
How to Pay
Payment for domestic registration fees and tuition may be made by online banking, cash, cheque, debit card, Interac Online, bank transfer or money order. In addition, payment may be made by Passport to Education, scholarship, bursary, student loan or by a sponsoring agency. In-person third party payments are only permissible if accompanied by a written authorization bearing the student’s signature, and the name of the third party. Credit cards are no longer accepted for domestic students.
International registration fees and tuition, registration deposits, commitment fees, and Other Fees may be paid by credit card (Visa, MasterCard and American Express) as well as all the options listed above.
Passport to Education
Students using a Passport to Education as payment, will need to provide their Social Insurance Number for any amounts over $500.00. Passport amounts in excess of the account balance will be refunded by cheque via postal mail about four weeks after registration ends.
Scholarships, Bursaries and Loans
Scholarships, Bursaries and Loans students relying on the proceeds from a scholarship, bursary or student loan to pay their tuition and other fees should refer to the Registration Guide and Timetable for each semester, or contact Financial Awards regarding the deadline for a fee payment override.
Sponsored Students
Students whose fees are being paid by a sponsoring agency must ensure that a Letter of Authorization is received by Financial Services before your registration date. If you are relying on a sponsorship to cover the Registration Deposit, you must provide the Letter of Authorization before you can register. Letter of Authorization may be faxed to the attention of Accounts Receivable at 604.599.2338. Any question concerning sponsorship should be directed to Accounts Receivable at 604. 599.2242 or 604.599.2057.
Fines, Balances, Refunds and Adjustments
Returned Cheques
If a cheque is issued in payment for fees and is returned for any reason prior to the first payment deadline, students will have their registration cancelled. If a cheque is issued in payment for fees and is returned for any reason after the start of classes, students will not be removed from their program and/or courses. Instead, they will be billed for the amount owing and NSF fees and payment penalties will be applied.
Account Balances
It is the student’s responsibility to ensure that any outstanding charges from previous registrations or other transactions with Kwantlen have been cleared. Kwantlen reserves the right to initiate action regarding any monies owed by the student in order to ensure that collection matters are brought to a timely and satisfactory conclusion.
Refunds and Fee Adjustments
Refunds or adjustments are provided under the conditions stated in Policy C.39. Specific instructions regarding the refund or adjustment of fees are provided in the Registration Guide and Timetable for each semester. Refund cheques will normally be mailed within six weeks after eligibility has been determined. The minimum amount refunded will be $5.00.
Policy C.39 can be viewed at the Library or online at www.kwantlen.ca/policies for further details.
Note: International Students should refer to policy K.1, which can be viewed at the Library or online at www.kwantlen.ca/policies.
The following fees will not be refunded:
- Application Fee
- Re-application Fee
- Commitment Fee
- Document Evaluation Fee
- External Invigilation Fee
- Grade Appeal Fee
- Guided Study Tuition
- Late Payment Fee
- Prior Learning Assessment
- Registration Deposit
- Reinstatement Fee
- Supplemental Examination
- Testing Fee
- Transcript Fee
Open Admission and Selective Entry
In general, students are entitled to a full refund, or a full reduction in outstanding fees, less the amount of the Registration Deposit, when courses are dropped by a specified deadline prior to the start of classes. This deadline is published in the online Registration Guide and Timetable.
Students who withdraw by the published deadline during late registration and thereby reduce their course load, will be granted a partial refund, or partial reduction in assessed fees (currently 70% of tuition fees). If the withdrawal is from all courses for the semester, the minimum charge assessed is the amount of the Registration Deposit.
If the adjusted fees exceed the amount already paid on the account, the student will be required to pay the difference by the Fee Payment Deadline. Late payments are subject to a penalty.
A student who withdraws from courses after the deadline specified for refunds/fee adjustments is not entitled to a refund if the course load is decreased.
Fixed Term Programs
Certain programs may establish individual refund schedules. These programs will provide information to students on the refund/fee adjustment deadlines prior to or upon registration.
In general, students who withdraw prior to the start of classes/program will receive a full refund or fee reduction, less the commitment fee. Students who withdraw by the end of the first week of classes/program will be entitled to a partial refund or fee reduction (currently 70% of tuition fees). The minimum fee assessed is the amount of the commitment fee or the 30% of the tuition fees, whichever is greater. A student who withdraws from a program or course after the first week of classes is not entitled to a refund.
Continuous Intake Programs
Students registered in continuous-intake programs are entitled to a refund or fee reduction of tuition and Student Association fees for each full week paid for but not utilized. Refunds will not be granted for partial weeks.
Guided Study
Because of the particular fee payment arrangements for instructor services, a student signing a guided study contract will not be eligible for any refund after the course has begun.
Other Fees
Fees are subject to change without notice. These fees are in effect from 01 July 2010 to 30 June 2011.
| Fee | Description | Amount | Conditions |
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| Preadmission Fees | |||
| Assessments and Testing | See Assessment Table | Determined by Faculty | See individual programs for details |
| Document Evaluation | Canadian | $ 25.00 | Non-refundable |
| International | $ 50.00 | Non-refundable | |
| English Placement Tests | $ 35.00 | See individual programs for details | |
| Admission Fees | |||
| Application Fee | Canadian and Permanent Residents | $ 40.00 | Seniors discount. Non-refundable. |
| International | $ 120.00 | Non-refundable | |
| Re-application Fee | $ 20.00 | Non-refundable | |
| Reinstatement Fee | $ 40.00 | Non-refundable | |
| Payment Fees | |||
| Late Payment Fee | 5% of account balance (min. $ 10.00) assessed monthly. | Varies | Assessed for a fee payment which is made after the payment deadline. |
| Returned Cheque Fee | $ 30.00 | Non-refundable | |
| Duplicate T2202A Tax Form Fee | No charge if accessed online | T2202A Tax Forms can be viewed online and a duplicate copy printed from Kwantlen’s Online Self-Service system. | |
| Program Completion Fees | |||
| Graduation Credential | No charge | ||
| Replacement Graduation Credential | $ 25.00 | ||
| Convocation Ceremony | No charge | ||
| Transcript Fee | Both official and student copies | $ 5.25 electronic $ 7.35 paper $ 26.25 rush (GST included) |
Transcripts will only be released upon presentation of photo identification. They will be released to a third party only if a signed letter of permission is provided. Non-refundable. Rush pick available: Surrey Campus within 24 hours; Richmond, Langley and Cloverdale within 48 hours. Monday to Friday only. |
| Exam and Grade Fees | |||
| External Invigilation Charge | $ 25.00 | Per exam. Non-refundable. | |
| Grade Appeal Fee | $ 25.00 | Refundable if appeal granted. | |
| Replacement Credential | $ 25.00 | Non-refundable. | |
| Supplemental Examination | $ 15.00 | Per exam. Non-refundable. | |
| Miscellaneous Fees | |||
| Student ID/Library Card Replacement | $ 5.00 | Non-refundable. | |
| Book Deposit/ Equipment Fee/ Material Fee | Variable | Paid at the time of registration. | |
| Upgrading, Training and Professional | Determined by faculty | Variable | See individual programs for information |
