Finances

It's your responsibility to plan for the costs of your studies. Review the information below about fees, payment options, and tools for financial support.

The Government of Canada has removed most COVID-19 border and travel measures. However, there is a temporary COVID-19 testing requirements for certain travellers.

For more information please visit the COVID 19 Travel Canada website

Tuition and fees

Each term, there's a tuition and fee deadline and several methods to pay your tuition.

Learn more about tuition and fees

Banking

Banks in Canada charge fees based on the services they provide. The fee to open an account will different between banks.

Awards, scholarships and bursaries

The Student Success Centre hosts a free workshop called “Awards, scholarships, and funding opportunities” for UCalgary students.

Learn more about awards and scholarships

Taxes in Canada

It's your responsibility to understand your obligations and rights under Canada’s tax system. Each year, you'll submit or “file” an income tax return to Canada Revenue Agency (CRA).

Find out more about taxes in Canada

Preparing for expenses in Calgary

Use the UCalgary or Graduate Student Association (GSA) cost calculator to help estimate upcoming university expenses:

Do you need help with a serious event or issue? Visit UCalgary's Serious Events webpage to learn about resources and options for support.

Taking care of yourself

Planning and managing expenses may be a new experience for you—and can be a challenge for anyone. Make sure you access on-campus resources to help along the way. It's also important that you take care of your overall wellbeing. Offices like the Campus Community Hub, International Student Services, and Student Wellness Services have many opportunities for individual, peer, online, or group supports.

Learn more about the SU Wellness Centre

Emergency financial support

If you're experiencing financial insecurity, UCalgary is here to help. You may be eligible for an emergency loan or other funding resources if you've experienced an unexpected emergency expense or extenuating circumstances that you couldn't have planned for.

Contact Enrolment Services More information

Still have questions?

Are you a current UCalgary international student, newly-admitted UCalgary international student, or a recently-graduated UCalgary international student with questions or needing assistance?