Costs

You will require at least $23,000 Canadian Dollars for each academic year of study at the University of Lethbridge. Students enrolling in our English as a Second Language for Academic Purposes (EAP) Program will require at least $18,000 Canadian Dollars for each year of study.

All costs are in Canadian funds. Use this Currency Converter (will open in new window) to help you understand how much money you will require.

For details on expenses, refer to Tuition & Fees and Cost of Living

Tuition & Fees

International Undergraduate Studies Cost Breakdown:

Tuition & Fees (One Semester)- Includes Medical & Dental Plan*

Number of Courses Per Semester	2009/2010 Academic Year
Three Courses	$3,649.73
Four Courses	$4,728.23
Five Courses	$5,806.73

For a detailed breakdown of the tuition and fees for undergraduate studies at the University of Lethbridge please refer to the University Calendar.

International students are required to maintain full-time status in order to meet the obligations of their Canadian Study Permit. Students who are enrolled in at least 3 classes (9.0 credit hours) are considered full-time students.

*All students are required to be covered by a health and dental plan. The Student Union offers an extended Health and Dental Plan for students registered in undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Students can opt out of the Students' Union Health and Dental Plan by showing proof of other coverage.

ESL for Academic Purposes (EAP) Cost Breakdown for the 2009/2010 Calendar Year:

ESL for Academic Purposes	Cost
Application Fee	$55
Tuition ($300 deposit due with application, balance due at start of classes.) Athletics & Recreation Fee	$3483
	$76.55
Health Insurance	Approx $250
Total	$3864.55

 

COST OF LIVING

Lethbridge has lower costs associated with daily living expenses than many other cities in Canada.

Here is a guide with estimated costs in Canadian dollars based on a four bedroom suite.

Monthly Living Costs (based on shared accommodations)

	OFF CAMPUS	ON-CAMPUS
Accommodations & Utilities	$400	$442
Food	$211	$264*
Clothing	$100	$100
Personal	$200	$200
Local Transportation	$55	$55
Health Insurance	$44	$44
Estimated cost per month (Canadian Dollars)	$1010	$1,105

Please note that living on your own in a one bedroom apartment can start at approximately $450 per month.

*Based on small meal plan: First-year students living on campus are subject to the purchase of a mandadory meal plan.

 

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