International Tuition Deposit

Before reviewing the tuition deposit amounts by program, check the information below about the tuition deposit amount by term or year, non-refundable portion, tuition estimate, and expected increases. Also refer to the frequently asked questions for more details.

Tuition deposit by term or year

To accept an offer and secure a seat, students must pay the tuition deposit in full by the payment deadline. The tuition deposit amount required to accept your offer is listed in your offer email. Depending on your program and circumstances, the required amount may vary. Always refer to your offer for the required amount and payment deadline.

• First-term tuition deposit estimate: This amount is estimated based on the first term of tuition and mandatory student fees.
• First-year tuition deposit estimate: This amount is estimated based on the first year of tuition and mandatory student fees.

The amount paid will be applied toward tuition and fees beginning in the first term. Refer to your offer for the exact amount required, whether it is based on a first-term or first-year tuition deposit estimate.

Non-refundable portion

Of the tuition deposit, $10,000 is non-refundable and applies to the specific program listed on the official Letter of Acceptance (LOA). Before paying your tuition deposit, check the refund policy to understand refund eligibility, timelines, and procedures. 

Tuition estimate and increases

The tuition estimate is provided for planning purposes only. It represents tuition costs for the full program based on current tuition rates and does not include mandatory student fees. Actual tuition and fees may change during your studies. Check individual program pages for a full breakdown of fees, as they vary by program.

Tuition and other fees are approximate and subject to increase up to 5% per year. Students will be required to pay increased rates if the fees change at any time during the period of enrolment in the program. Refer to the program pages for a breakdown of fees for individual programs.

Tuition deposit by program

Tuition and fees vary by program, and the tuition deposit amounts are estimated based on current tuition rates.

Program Click on program links for tuition estimates and breakdown	Tuition deposit first-term estimate Refund Policy	Tuition deposit first-year estimate Refund Policy	Tuition estimate (tuition only)
Administrative Professional Certificate	$13,500	$26,000	$24,035
Artisan Baking Certificate	$10,250	$30,300	$27,830
Asian Culinary Arts Certificate	$12,100	$24,100	$22,770
Automotive Repair and Refinishing Diploma	$12,500	$23,700	$40,480
Bachelor of Applied Music	$11,900	$21,630	$37,262
Bachelor of Hospitality Management	$11,100	$21,630	$40,551
CAD and BIM Technician Diploma	$11,800	$27,400	$44,275
Clean Energy Technology Diploma	$11,200	$22,700	$41,402
Computer Systems Technology Diploma	$11,000	$21,000	$37,950
Culinary Arts Diploma	$13,500	$29,400	$46,173
Culinary Arts and Food Service Management Diploma	$13,500	$28,500	$46,173
Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance Post-Degree Diploma	$10,850	$19,100	$34,071
Dance Diploma	$10,950	$18,050	$31,645
Dental Technology Sciences Diploma	$13,150	$25,250	$45,986
Early Childhood Care and Education Diploma	$10,500	$28,850	$48,070
Electronics Repair Technology Diploma	$11,850	$23,200	$42,749
Esthetics and Spa Therapy Certificate	$11,000	$25,250	$21,371
Fashion Design and Production Diploma	$10,600	$19,600	$37,371
First-Year University Certificate – Arts	$10,600	$21,650	$19,329
First-Year University Certificate – Computing Science and Software Systems	$12,650	$24,200	$22,391
First-Year University Certificate – Engineering	$10,550	$27,850	$26,869
First-Year University Certificate – Science	$10,600	$21,630	$19,329
Hairstylist Certificate	$11,000	$25,250	$22,467
Health and Wellness Professional – Cosmetology	$11,000	$25,250	$48,838
Health Care Assistant Diploma	$13,000	$25,750	$47,289
Heavy Mechanical Trades – International	$12,100	$22,500	$40,369
High Performance and Custom Engine Technician Diploma	$12,200	$23,700	$37,950
Hospitality and Food Service Systems Management Diploma	$10,600	$20,600	$37,950
IT Project Management Post-Degree Diploma	$10,250	$17,000	$27,060
Jewellery Art and Design Diploma	$10,600	$24,730	$40,164
Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate	$16,550	$16,700	$15,618
Medical Office Assistant Certificate	$14,500	$15,050	$13,152
Music Diploma	$11,500	$21,650	$32,879
Occupational Physical Therapist Assistant Diploma	$14,000	$33,500	$54,034
Pastry Certificate	$16,300	$29,600	$27,830
Preparatory Music Certificate	$10,250	$12,100	$12,038

Frequently asked questions