Tuition and Fees/Refund Policy

Tuition for continuing students is based on your program, academic year, and student category. Please refer to the published tuition information for your cohort to confirm the rate that applies to you. 

Tuition is reviewed annually and may change. If an updated rate applies to your program or cohort, it will be shared in advance. 

Tuition rates are posted on the CityU tuition and fees page. If you are not sure which rate applies to you, please contact your Academic Advisor. 

Not necessarily. Tuition may be updated based on your academic year and cohort, even if you remain in the same program. 

Some programs may have additional fees, such as course materials and extended health insurance charges for students in degree-granting programs in Canada. Please review the tuition and fees information for full details. 

Tuition is listed by program and academic year on the CityU tuition and fees page.  Prospective students should use the table below to identify the rate that applies to their program, academic year, and student category.  

CityU lists separate tuition schedules for domestic and international students on its tuition and fees page. Students should use the category that matches their admission and registration status and contact Admissions if they are unsure which rate applies. 

Yes. The tuition page shows different per-credit tuition rates by school and program, including separate graduate tuition rates for the Master of Education and the Master of Counselling. Program pages for the Master of Counselling and the MEd in School Counselling also show that these are distinct programs with different program structures, durations, and audiences. 

Tuition covers the cost of instruction, while textbooks and course materials are purchased separately. Additional fees may also apply, including application fees and extended health insurance charges for students in degree-granting programs in Canada. 

The tuition and fees page states that tuition must be paid by the 20th of the final month of the previous academic quarter before the quarter in which the course begins. The published quarterly due dates are September 20 for Fall, December 20 for Winter, March 20 for Spring, and June 20 for Summer. 

Monthly payment plans are available for domestic students only, with a new agreement required each quarter. This option is not available to international students. 

CityU states that tuition is refundable only when a student officially withdraws within the applicable refund deadlines (minus the Adm fee). Application fees and certain deposits are non-refundable. International tuition deposits are refundable only in specific cases such as Study Permit refusal with proper documentation. 

CityU offers financial aid advising, scholarships, and tuition support programs. Eligible students may also apply for the Indigenous Student Tuition Reduction Grant and the Investing in Indigenous Scholars Scholarship. 

CityU Welcome Grant for international students are available for students completing their Master of Education – Education in Leadership. CityU Welcome Grants are normally awarded to students through an offer letter.

The tuition and fee information listed in the previous section, as noted, is in Canadian dollars. Tuition and fee are subject to change without notice.

The tuition deposit is non-refundable. Any request for a deposit refund is subject to the following conditions:

• The tuition deposit is non-refundable after the Letter of Acceptance has been issued, unless an application for a study permit has been denied, in which case the refusal letter is required along with the deposit refund request.
• The deposit will be applied towards the term(s) of enrollment at CityU. Any portion of the deposit not used in the first term will be credited to the student’s second term as a non-refundable payment towards tuition and fees.
• If a student applicant requests a deposit refund before the Letter of Acceptance has been issued, a $300 handling fee will be charged, which does not include the non-refundable CityU application fee.
• In the event of visa rejection, a student applicant should expect to wait 15 business days for a deposit refund to be processed. Such refund will be returned to the fee payer directly.

For NEW International Students who paid the required tuition deposit and received a Letter of Acceptance:

It’s a health and dental insurance plan that provides coverage for services not included in your provincial health care—such as prescription drugs, mental health support, dental care, vision, and more.

All CityU students enrolled in a degree-granting program in Canada are automatically enrolled and covered under the plan. 

The standard cost is $360 for October 2025 to September 2026. If you begin your program partway through the year, the fee will be prorated based on your official start date. 

You will be billed automatically in your first quarter of study and each subsequent quarter while enrolled. 

Yes, students with equivalent coverage (e.g., through a private or employer plan) may opt out by submitting a request before the posted deadline. Proof of alternate coverage is required. 

Visit the Alumo Website to manage your coverage, submit claims, or request an opt-out. Deadlines apply each quarter. 

If you have questions about your coverage, opt-out process, or billing, you can contact Alumo directly or reach out to CityU Student Services. 

1. Students are responsible for planning enough time for payments to be recorded in the student’s account by the due date (registration deadline).  The transfer of funds from major Canadian financial institutions typically takes 3-5 business days, however, transfers from Canadian credit unions can take much longer.  Please check your account summary in your Student Portal to view your fee payment (Contact your Advisor when in doubt). 

• If a third party is paying on behalf of a student, CityU will not release information to third parties because students are considered the owner of their account.

• Keep your receipt when paying by cheque or your fee payment verification/confirmation as a proof of payment in case an investigate is need for payment problems.

• All payments are applied to the oldest outstanding charge regardless of the type of charge.  

Step 1: Log into the student portal at http://my.cityu.edu

Step 2: Click on “Student Center” on the left hand Tools

Step 3: Click on “My Account” tile

Step 4: At the middle of the screen on the “Account Inquiry” tab, click on “Make a payment” 

Step 5: This will open the TouchNet screen. Click on “Make a payment”

Step 6: You will be asked how much you would like to pay of your balance. Enter the amount you would like to pay. You can add something in the memo field such as “First payment Fall 2018” if you would like. Click “continue”

Step 7: On the next screen, you’ll be asked to select your payment method. You can choose “CAD Pre-Auth Debit” which acts like a debit card by directly debiting your bank account or “Credit Card via Pay Path.” Please note that the vendor adds a 2.5% service fee to credit card payments. There is no service fee for debit payments. You can add as many payment methods as you would like to your account (i.e. multiple credit cards or bank accounts).

Step 8: Once you select your payment method, one of the following will happen:

Pre Authorized Debit:   You’ll be asked to input your information. For a debit payment, you will need your bank information including the routing number, branch number and account number. You will be given the option to save this method of payment so you do not need to enter it every time. You will be taken to a terms and agreements form for you to read and acknowledge before continuing.

Credit Card: You’ll be taken to the PayPath system and asked to enter your date of birth and last name. You’ll be taken to a screen where you are notified about the service fee. The next screen is where you enter your credit card information.

Step 9: On the next screen, review your payment and click on “Submit Payment.”

Step 10: You will receive a notice that your payment was successful. 

Please note: To protect your personal information and privacy, City University in Canada will no longer accept credit cards over the phone for tuition payment.

You can Make a Fee Payment within Canada.

You are making a fee payment within Canada if you are making a payment:

1. From a Canadian bank account
2. With a Canadian dollar-denominated Mastercard or Visa credit card

Preferred Canadian Payment Methods

1. Online Banking, including Debit and Credit Cards
2. Cheque: Cheques or money orders should be made payable to “City University of Seattle” and mailed to either of the addresses listed below. Please include your student ID number on the cheque or money order to ensure proper processing of your payment. 
3. Online Banking/Online Payment through your CityU Student Portal
4. Online banking through your financial institution only valid for RBC* Clients

*RBC Guidelines:

How Do I Register a New Payee Online?
How Do I Create or Update my Payee List?
Payment Option for RBC Customers Only

If for any reason a cheque made payable to City University of Seattle is returned or found uncollectible, the tuition (or fees) affected will be deemed unpaid. In addition, the University imposes a $25 handling charge on all non-sufficient funds (NSF) or uncollectible checks.

(Policy #2400.10)

In order to set up third party billing, written authorization must be provided to City University giving the university permission to bill the company or organization.  The payment by the third party is to be sent directly to City University.  Payments sent by the company to the student are not considered third party billing.

A third party authorization can take one of several forms.  It can be a letter of credit, a tuition voucher, or a tuition assistance form.

The authorization should state the following:

• Who is covered (usually just one student, but it could be more)
• What the third party is covering (tuition only, the period covered, tuition for one particular class,  amount of funding, all fees, etc.) as well as any special billing instructions
• Where the invoice should be sent
  
  *Include a contact name, phone number, and e-mail address

Contact Jane Li:

• Phone: (604) 689 2489 or 1800 663 7466
• Direct line: (778) 561 0155
• Email: lijane@cityu.edu

• Admitted students with a balance due might be charged a late fee.
• A hold will be automatically placed on a student’ s record with a balance due preventing future registration, obtaining transcripts, and being issued a diploma.
• The payment in full must be received by the third installment due date for students on payment plans.
• You may become ineligible for current or future financial aid.
• According to University policy, you must pay in full all past due balances or your current and/or future registration will be canceled. Your payment must be received, not postmarked, before the current due date to avoid cancellation of classes.
• If a registration was canceled for nonpayment, the student will not be allowed to register again until a full payment is posted to their student account. 
• Past-due account will be referred to collections. 

CityU Regulations

A hold will be placed on any student account if a balance remains after the tuition due date for the current quarter or if there is a balance remaining after receiving third party payments. City University in Canada reserves the right to cancel the enrollment of any student failing to meet the financial obligation incurred by registration. Such action may not however cancel the financial obligations the student incurred by virtue of enrollment. The University further reserves the right to withhold grades, statement of honorable dismissal, transcript of record, diploma, or withhold the right of registration for a subsequent quarter or course, until all outstanding charges have been paid and the student’s account has been cleared.

(Policy #2400.09 and #2400.03)

1. How much is tuition for domestic students at CityU in Canada? 
Tuition rates vary by program and delivery mode. Please visit the Program Tuition & Fees page for the most up-to-date tuition schedule. 

2. What is included in my tuition? 
Tuition covers the cost of instruction. Additional fees—such as learning resource fees, or course-specific materials—are listed separately on your program’s tuition schedule. 

3. How do I pay my tuition? 
You can pay tuition online via credit card, debit, or bank transfer, or in person at the campus. Details are provided in your admission package and on our Payment Information page. 

4. When are tuition payments due? 
Payment deadlines depend on your program start date. Typically, tuition is due on the 20^th before the start of each term. You will receive a payment schedule with your offer of admission. 

5. Are there payment plans for domestic students? 
Yes. CityU offers flexible payment options for eligible domestic students. Consult the Payment Schedule section to learn more. 

6. Are there scholarships or financial aid available? 
Yes. CityU offers needs-based as well as access to provincial and federal student aid programs. Visit the Scholarships & Financial Aid page for details. 

7. What is the refund policy for domestic students? 
Refund eligibility depends on the date you withdraw from a course or program. Please refer to the official Refund Policy for domestic students. 

8. Will I have to pay and extended health insurance fees? 

Yes. All domestic students are required to have extended health insurance to supplement their provincial medical coverage. Students are automatically enrolled in the CityU-arranged extended health and dental plan, and the cost will be included in your student fees. You may opt out of this plan by providing proof of equivalent coverage within the designated opt-out period. 

1. How much is tuition for international students at CityU in Canada? 
International tuition rates vary by program and may also be affected by any entrance scholarship awarded. Please check your program’s tuition schedule for the current rates. 

2. What is included in my tuition? 
Your tuition covers instructional costs. Additional fees—such as learning resource fees, and health insurance—are charged separately. 

3. How do I pay my tuition from outside Canada? 
International students can pay via wire transfer, online credit card, or other approved international payment methods. Instructions are included in your Letter of Acceptance. 

4. When are tuition payments due for international students? 
International tuition payments are typically due before the start of the first term, as outlined in your admission letter. Subsequent term payments follow the program’s payment schedule. 

5. Do I have to pay a deposit? 
Yes. International students are required to pay a tuition deposit as part of accepting their offer of admission. The deposit amount will be applied toward your first term’s tuition. Depending on the deposit amount and any entrance scholarship awarded, the remaining balance for the first and subsequent terms will be adjusted accordingly. 

6. Are there scholarships for international students? 
Yes. CityU offers a variety of scholarships, including needs-based and merit-based awards for international students. Most international students are awarded an entrance scholarship upon acceptance. International students who qualify may subsequently apply for CityU’s Need-Based scholarships after completing a minimum of three quarters at CityU. For full details, visit our Scholarships page. 

7. What is the refund policy for international students? 
Refund eligibility depends on the timing of your withdrawal and your visa status. Please review the International Student Refund Policy for details. 

8. Will I have to pay health insurance fees? 

Yes. All international students are required to have health insurance while studying in Canada. This includes the mandatory provincial health coverage for your province of study, as well as additional coverage for services not covered by the provincial plan. Students are automatically enrolled in the CityU-arranged health plan. They may opt out of this plan by providing proof of equivalent coverage within the designated opt-out period.