On the page On this page Domestic International Mandatory Non-instructional Health & Dental Fees Explained On this page Domestic International Mandatory Non-instructional Health & Dental Fees Explained Do the Math Attending post-secondary is a significant investment, and it's important to understand the financial commitment before deciding. Using the tables below, you can estimate the total cost of your program and determine how you will pay for your education. These estimates only include tuition and fees and do not include the cost of books, housing, parking, or day-to-day living expenses. Remember, you have options. If you need assistance planning your post-secondary journey, the Financial Aid team can help you explore funding through various awards and programs. Domestic Student Tuition & Fees These estimates include tuition and mandatory non-instructional fees and are calculated using 2026-27 costs. They do not account for future increases. Program Total Credits Credits per Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Academic Upgrading Varies 15 $6,200.00 - - - Business Administration Certificate 30 30 $6,700.00 - - - Business Administration Diploma 60 30 $6,700.00 $6,700.00 - - Bachelor of Business Administration 120 30 $6,700.00 $6,700.00 $7,100.00 $7,100.00 Bachelor of Education - Elementary 120 30 $6,900.00 $6,900.00 $7,400.00 $7,400.00 Bachelor of Education - Secondary 120 30 $6,900.00 $6,900.00 $7,200.00 $7,200.00 Bachelor of Computing Science 120 30 $6,700.00 $6,700.00 $6,700.00 $7,000.00 Bachelor of Science in Nursing * 122 35 | 33 | 30 | 24 $9,400.00 $8,900.00 $8,300.00 - Computer Systems Technology Certificate 30 30 $6,700.00 - - - Computer Systems Technology Diploma 60 30 $6,700.00 $6,700.00 - - Early Learning & Child Care Certificate (On-campus) 36 36 $8,100.00 - - - Early Learning & Child Care Certificate (Distance) 36 36 $7,200.00 - - - Early Learning & Child Care Diploma (On-campus) 68 36 | 32 $8,100.00 $7,200.00 - - Early Learning & Child Care Diploma (Distance) 68 36 | 32 $7,200.00 $6,400.00 - - Educational Assistant Certificate - Literacy Support 12 12 $2,400.00 - - - Educational Assistant Certificate - Inclusion Support 12 12 $2,400.00 - - - Emergency Medical Responder Certificate 12 12 $3,400.00 - - - Engineering, University Transfer 40 40 $8,900.00 - - - Graphic Design Diploma 60 30 $8,500.00 $8,700.00 - - Health Care Aide Certificate 36 36 $8,700.00 $8,700.00 - - IT Specialist Certificate 31 31 $9,200.00 - - - Kinesiology Diploma 60 30 $6,800.00 $6,800.00 - - Power Engineering Technology Diploma 77 40 | 37 $9,800.00 $9,200.00 - - Practical Nurse Diploma 72 35 | 37 $8,800.00 $9,200.00 - - Primary Care Paramedic Certificate 45 45 $11,400.00 - - - Social Work Diploma 71 36 | 35 $9,800.00 $10,000.00 - - University Arts Diploma 60 30 $6,700.00 $6,700.00 - - University Biological Sciences Diploma 60 30 $9,000.00 $9,000.00 - - Visual Arts & Design Diploma 60 30 $7,000.00 $7,000.00 - - Notes * Although BScN students will attend classes at NWP, they must apply to and register with the University of Alberta to complete year 4. International Student Tuition & Fees These estimates include tuition and mandatory non-instructional fees and are calculated using 2026-27 costs. They do not account for future increases. Program Total Credits Credits per Year Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 Business Administration Certificate 30 30 $18,900.00 - - - Business Administration Diploma 60 30 $18,900.00 $18,900.00 - - Bachelor of Business Administration 120 30 $18,900.00 $18,900.00 $20,400.00 $20,400.00 Bachelor of Education - Elementary 120 30 $19,700.00 $19,700.00 $21,400.00 $21,400.00 Bachelor of Education - Secondary 120 30 $19,700.00 $19,700.00 $20,600.00 $20,600.00 Bachelor of Computing Science 120 30 $18,900.00 $18,900.00 $20,000.00 $20,000.00 Computer Systems Technology Certificate 30 30 $18,900.00 - - - Computer Systems Technology Diploma 60 30 $18,900.00 $18,900.00 - - Early Learning & Child Care Certificate 36 36 $22,700.00 - - - Early Learning & Child Care Diploma 68 36 | 32 $22,700.00 $20,200.00 - - Engineering, University Transfer 40 40 $25,200.00 - - - Graphic Design Diploma 60 30 $24,700.00 $25,700.00 - - Health Care Aide Certificate 36 36 $25,000.00 - - - Kinesiology Diploma 60 30 $19,000.00 $19,000.00 - - Power Engineering Technology Diploma 77 40 | 37 $27,800.00 $25,900.00 - - Social Work Diploma 71 36 | 35 $28,900.00 $30,000.00 - - University Arts Diploma 60 30 $19,000.00 $19,000.00 - - University Biological Sciences Diploma 60 30 $19,200.00 $19,200.00 - - Visual Arts & Design Diploma 60 30 $19,200.00 $19,200.00 - - Notes * Although BScN students will attend classes at NWP, they must apply to and register with the University of Alberta to complete year 4. Mandatory Non-Instructional Fees These estimates are calculated using 2026-27 costs and do not account for future increases. All credit students are assessed mandatory non-instructional fees for each course in which they are enrolled to support non-instructional services for all students. Read more about each fee and how it is used. Fee Type Cost Breakage Fee* See notes below Course Auxiliary Fee* See notes below Library Fee $5.50/credit*** Mental Health Services Fee $4.15/credit Students' Association Fee - Credit courses $11.23/credit Students' Association Fee - Distance courses $7.38/credit Student Services Fee $11.00/credit* Wellness Fee $5.09/credit* Technology Fee $7.50/credit Notes * If students are registered in Academic Upgrading and 1000-level Chemistry courses, a breakage fee of $10.00 per course will be assessed. If students are registered in 2000-level or higher Chemistry courses, a breakage fee of $20.00 per course will be assessed. ** If students are registered in specific courses in which specialized equipment or materials are part of the learning environment, an auxiliary fee will be assessed. Auxiliary fees vary from course to course. Fees for specific courses will be published in the timetable. *** Includes university-level courses offered in collaboration with other institutions. Student Health & Dental Fees These estimates are calculated using 2026-27 costs and do not account for future increases. Start Date Extended Health Dental Total Health Fees Opt-out Deadline September $252.00 $204.00 $456.00 See Academic Calendar January $185.00 $140.00 $325.00 See Academic Calendar May $117.00 $87.00 $204.00 See Academic Calendar All students are required to have basic health care coverage. Upon registration in most full-time (9 or more credits) credit programs, you are automatically enrolled in the mandatory Extended Student Health and Dental Plan. If you have extended health and dental coverage through another insurance plan, you may opt out of the plan by the deadline, but you must opt out each year. You will be charged based on the semester in which you enrolled, and you may be eligible to add family members to the plan for an additional charge. Information on the premium and specific benefits is available through the Students' Association. Fees Explained Apprenticeship Student Tuition & Fees The fees for apprenticeship programs are structured differently the fees for credit programs. Apprenticeship Tuition and Fees Audit Fees If you have permission to register as an audit student, you will be assessed 50% of the course tuition plus fees. Collaborative University Degree Tuition Fees Tuition fees for third and fourth-year university level courses offered in collaboration with the University of Alberta are normally set at university rates. Some of our institution's fees, including the Wellness Fee, may also apply. International Student Tuition Tuition fees for international students are assessed at three and one-half (3.5) times the domestic student rates. Further information is available from the Registrar's Office. All other fees are paid at the same rate as domestic students. At the time you are admitted to a new program, you will receive a letter guaranteeing tuition for the standard length of the program. For example, a student admitted to the Business Administration Certificate program will receive a letter guaranteeing tuition for one year, as the certificate is a one-year program. If it takes longer than one year to complete the program, the tuition will not be guaranteed for any courses taken beyond one year. If you withdraw, transfer, or start a new program, the guarantee is no longer valid. If you start a new program at our institution, you will receive a new tuition guarantee for that program. Mandatory Non-instructional Fees for Credit Students Breakage Fee This fee is applied differently and only to a specific set of courses. A $10.00 fee is added to Academic Upgrading & 1000-level Chemistry courses and $20.00 is added for 2000-level and higher Chemistry courses. This fee is non-refundable. Course Auxiliary Fees Auxiliary fees may be applied if you are registered in specific courses in which specialized equipment or materials are part of the learning environment. Auxiliary fees vary from course to course and are not applied to all courses. Library Fee This fee supports the provision of services available through the Learning Commons, including but not limited to academic coaching, assistive technology, exam accommodations, skills building, testing services, and access to a wide range of print and digital learning resources. Mental Health Services Fee This fee supports the provision of mental health services available to students, including on-campus counselling and 24/7 access to mental health support, events, and workshops. Student Services Fee This fee is collected to provide services to students. These services include but are not limited to admissions, registration, advising, graduation, convocation, and access to student systems. Students' Association Fee The Students' Association sets this fee, which our institution assesses upon registration. It is due and payable under the same terms and conditions as tuition fees. For more information on the Students' Association Fee or the Student Health and Dental Plan, contact the Students' Association Office at 780-539-2962, or visit the Students' Association website. Wellness Fee This fee supports the provision of recreation and wellness services, access to recreation and sport facilities, and the administrative support for these services, including varsity athletics, group classes, fitness activities, and special events. Non-refundable Registration Deposits Domestic and continuing international students who are continuing in the same program are required to pay a $250.00 non-refundable deposit before or at the time of registration for the academic year. This deposit will be applied to your account toward tuition fees. New international students are required to pay a minimum $1500.00 deposit before receiving an official Letter of Acceptance. This deposit will be applied to your account toward tuition and fees. If you are denied a study permit and can provide an official copy of the denial letter from IRCC, the $250.00 non-refundable portion of the deposit will be retained and the remainder refunded, less any applicable bank charges. Other Fees Examination Fees Repeat Final Examination: $55.00 Reappraisal of Final Examination: $100.00(may be refunded if reappraisal results in a higher grade) Challenge Examinations: 50% of tuition + $75.00 administration fee Prior Learning Assessment Fee 50% of tuition for the course + $75.00 administration fee. Transfer Credit Assessment There is a fee of $55.00 for a domestic transcript and $110.00 for an international transcript. There is a maximum of 10 courses per Transfer Credit Assessment form. If you're looking for more than 10 courses to be assessed, another Transfer Credit Assessment form will be required with additional fees associated. Letters of Permission There is a $15.00 fee to request a Letter of Permission. This fee is required upon request and is non-refundable regardless of whether the Letter of Permission is denied or approved after assessment. Letter of Completion There is a $15.00 fee to request a Letter of Completion. Official Transcript Official Transcript: $15.00 Parchment Parchment Replacement Fee: $75.00 Student ID Student ID Replacement Fee: $20.00 Specialized Letter There is a $15.00 fee to request a Specialized Letter. Study Permit Extension Documents There is a $15.00 fee to request Study Permit Extension Documents. Documents Requested for Legal Purposes or International Accreditation There is a $55.00 fee to request documents for Legal Purposes or International Accreditation. Reinstatement Fee If you are withdrawn from your program and all courses due to non-payment of fees greater than $250.00, you will be charged a $100.00 non-refundable reinstatement fee to re-register in your courses. Refunds The deadline to drop registrations for full tuition and fee refund is declared in the Important Dates document. Students withdrawn for disciplinary reasons, shall be ineligible for fee refunds. Wherein the institution has a contract with an outside agency that agrees to cover a student's tuition and fees, the terms and conditions dealing with refunds may differ from regular policy. Student Health & Dental Fees The Students' Association sets this fee, which our institution assesses upon registration and which is due and payable under the same terms and conditions as tuition. For more information on the Extended Student Health and Dental Plan, contact the Students' Association Office at 780-539-2962 or visit the Students' Association website. Tuition Fee Consultation The fee policy on tuition ensures involvement of student representatives in working groups, committees, or other structures, allowing students ongoing input into budget developments affecting fees. All inquiries related to the consultation process or requests for additional information about our tuition and fees should be directed to the Office of the Registrar. Withholding Academic Records & Credentials - Financial Holds Our institution reserves the right to withhold the granting of official transcripts and graduation documents to students who owe money to the institution or who have not returned school property such as textbooks, equipment, or supplies. Students in these situations normally have a hold placed on their student accounts. While an account is on hold, the student will not be permitted to register for other courses and will not receive transcripts or credentials. Students who have applied to graduate and have not cleared outstanding accounts may not be allowed to participate in Convocation ceremonies and will not receive graduation documents until their account is in good standing. Withdrawal for Non-payment of Fees Students who do not pay tuition and/or fees by the final fee payment due date may be withdrawn from their program and all courses, as outlined in the Academic Schedule policy. The Office of the Registrar is responsible for official notification of withdrawal, for providing information on whether or not reinstatement options are available, and, if applicable, for determining the deadline for reinstatement. Students will be charged a $100.00 non-refundable reinstatement fee.