Students

Money Matters

Money does matter. We want to help you meet your needs - effectively and timely. Find information here on tuition, related fees, loans, awards and other money-related matters. We have a number of services and resources available. If you don't find the information you need online, please ask our Student Experience/Registration Assistants.

Tuition and Fee Overview

ACAD assesses tuition on a per-credit basis. The following schedule represents tuition and student fees for a student taking a course load of 30 credits (10 courses) a year.

  • Domestic Tuition and Fees (2011-2012)
    (Canadian citizen, Permanent Residents/Landed Immigrants)
    $5,191 CAD
  • International Tuition and Fees (2011-2012)
    (Visa students)
    $14,815 CAD

Fees include ACADSA’s Health and Dental Benefits Plan (September to April) and unlimited access to Calgary Transit’s light rail and bus systems during the period of enrolment (September to April). For complete information relating to tuition and mandatory fees, be sure to check out Tuition and Fees.

  • Estimated Material Costs (2011-2012)
    (First Year Studies)
    $3,000 CAD

Due to the individual nature of art education, costs may vary substantially from student to student and from program to program. Estimated supply/material costs vary for each major and year of study.

Contact Us

Pat Jordhoy, Bonnie McCauley and Michelle Foster
Student Experience/Registration Assistants
403.284.7634
registrar@acad.ca
Student Experience

Tuition and Fees

What do you need to budget for your education? Find out more about annual tuition costs, average fee costs, and how you can qualify for financial aid here.

Student Loans

Figuring out the world of student loans can be complex. Our registration assistants are here to help, but in the meantime, check out this handy guide to the student loan process.