UNIVERSITY PREPARATION
tuition, fees & AID
Tuition fees for domestic students
2024/25 tuition is based on $207/bill credit. Each course is 3 billing credits.
| 2023/24 | Basic Tuition |
|---|---|
| One course/term | $621 |
| two courses/term | $1,242 |
| three courses/term | $1,863 |
Note: These are basic tuition costs and do not include mandatory and non-mandatory term fees and books and supplies. For more fees and financial information, visit the Office of the University Registrar Tuition, Fees & Estimates page. Fees are subject to change.
Note: For students applying for Foundational Learning Assistance or other funding, those registered in 1 or 2 courses per term are considered part-time, and those in 3 courses per term are considered full-time.
Tuition fees for international students
2024/25 basic international tuition is $7,344 per term. This cost does not include mandatory term fees, books or supplies. Tuition and fees are based on a full-time course load which is three courses per term.Foundational Learning Assistance Program
Formerly known as Learner Income Support and Skills Investment Bursary program or Alberta Works, this program offers funding opportunities for students who qualify.
Eligibility
Please review the eligibility requirements for the Foundational Learning Assistance Program at the Government of Alberta website for part-time and full-time learning support options. Funding is limited and is not guaranteed. Priority is given to currently enrolled students.
Due to limited funding in 2024/2025, Foundational Learning Assistance (FLA) will only be available to a small number of continuing students. If more funding becomes available, this page will be updated.
Application process
- You must first be admitted and registered into classes in the program before you can apply for funding.
- Complete the Enrolment Confirmation form so we can confirm your part-time or full-time student enrolment for the government. The Enrolment Confirmation form will open approximately three months prior to the start of each term.
- Check your myMacEwan student Gmail account for the link to your Foundational Learning Assistance funding application.
- Submit your Foundational Learning Assistance funding application. You must have a verified Alberta.ca account to apply for funding online. If you do not have an account already, please sign up for one as early as possible as it can take several weeks to confirm
- Visit our frequently asked questions about the Foundational Learning Assistance Program for more information.
Be prepared to pay tuition and applicable fees by the deadline each term. A payment will be applied against any outstanding balance from a previous term before being applied to current or future tuition and term fees.
Balance the books with some helpful advice
Our financial aid advisors can answer your questions about a range of financial topics, from budgeting to bursaries and student loans.