2014-15 University Calendar
Kwantlen Polytechnic University Calendar  2014-15  Admissions, Registration, and Financial Assistance & Awards  Tuition & Fees

Tuition & Fees

The KPU Board of Governors has approved tuition and other fees for each program. They vary depending upon the type and duration of the program. Senior citizens (age 65 and older) are not charged tuition or other fees for most courses. In addition to KPU approved tuition and fees, students also pay fees levied by the Kwantlen Student Association (KSA). Detailed explanations of the KSA fees follow the fee tables.

Tuition and fees are normally stated as a rate per credit. Therefore, the cost of a course can normally be calculated by looking at its credit value in the Calendar Course Descriptions and multiplying by the rate. Note in some cases, a maximum or flat rate for a given semester or year is charged.

This fee schedule applies from 1 August 2014 to 31 July 2015. KPU reserves the right to amend this schedule without notice. Rates are listed in Canadian dollars.

Registration Fees & Tuition Tables

What type of program?

The type of program that you are in can be found on the program page in the KPU Calendar in the Admission Type section.

Charges for Open Admission or Selective Entry Programs (Credit-Based)

Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents Tuition Student Fees (LTSD)*
Tuition Category 2.a.1
(applies to most undergraduate and university preparatory programs)
$ 131.05 per credit $ 9.17 per credit
Tuition Category 2.a.2
(applies to Special Education Teacher Assistant, upper-level Music courses)
$ 158.35 per credit $ 11.08 per credit
Tuition Category 2.a.3
(applies to Bachelor of Design, Product Design)
$ 176.85 per credit $ 12.37 per credit
Tuition Category 2.a.4
(applies to Health Unit CoordinatorBachelor of Science in Nursing Post-Baccalaureate)
$ 202.40 per credit $ 14.16 per credit
Tuition Category 2.a.5
(applies to Brewing and Brewery Operations)
$ 250.00 per credit $ 17.50 per credit
Effective April 1, 2015

Tuition Category 2.d
(applies to English Language Studies and English Language Studies Qualifying courses)
$ 177.66 per credit $ 12.43 per credit
International Tuition Student Fees (LTSD)*
All categories $ 525.00 per credit $ 25.00 per credit
Kwantlen Student Association Fees (all students)
Operating Fund $ 9.00 plus $ 3.00 per credit†
Bursary Fund $ 1.00 per semester
Lobby Fund $ 0.29 per credit
SUB Capital Fee $ 2.30 per credit
START Volunteer Program $ 0.37 per credit
Reboot Computer Service $ 0.30 per credit
Peer Counselling $ 0.15 per credit
Advocacy Service $ 0.10 per credit
Clubs and Events $ 0.65 per credit
Social Justice Fee $ 0.15 per credit
Intramurals $ 0.25 per credit
Student Publication Fee $ 0.75 per credit
Radio Free Kwantlen $ 0.13 per credit
Kwantlen Public Interest Research Group $ 0.80 per credit
Canadian Federation of Students $ 0.96 per credit ‡
Student Association Extended Health Plan $ 80.00 per year
Student Association Dental Plan $ 110.00 per year
Multi-Pass $ 46.75 per month ($48.00 effective May 1, 2015)

* Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life
† to a maximum of $ 50.00 per semester
‡ to a maximum of $ 8.60 per semester

Charges for Co-operative Education Work Terms

Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents Tuition Student Fees (LTSD)*
Full-Time Work Terms $ 589.73 per work term $ 41.28 per work term
Part-Time Work Terms $ 294.86 per work term $ 20.64 per work term
International Tuition Student Fees (LTSD)*
Full-Time Work Terms $ 589.73 per work term $ 41.28 per work term
Part-Time Work Terms $ 294.86 per work term $ 20.64 per work term
Kwantlen Student Association Fees Exempt†

* Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life
† Work term credits do not count towards KSA membership, services, or fees.

Charges for Fixed Term Programs

Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents Tuition Student Fees (LTSD)*
Tuition Category 2.b.1
(applies to most vocational programs)
$ 114.20 per week $ 7.99 per week
Tuition Category 2.b.2
(applies to Arborist Technician Apprenticeship)
$ 234.05 per week $ 16.38 per week
International Tuition Student Fees (LTSD)*
Tuition $ 525.00 per week $ 25.00 per week
Kwantlen Student Association Fees (all students)
Operating Fund $ 2.90 per week
Bursary Fund $ 0.10 per week
Lobby Fund $ 0.27 per week
SUB Capital Fee $ 2.10 per week
START Volunteer Program $ 0.35 per week
Reboot Computer Service $ 0.27 per week
Peer Counselling $ 0.14 per week
Advocacy Service $ 0.09 per week
Clubs and Events $ 0.60 per week
Social Justice Fee $ 0.14 per week
Intramurals $ 0.23 per week
Student Publication Fee $ 0.69 per week
Radio Free Kwantlen $ 0.12 per week  
Kwantlen Public Interest Research Group $ 0.72 per week  
Canadian Federation of Students $ 0.86 per week
Student Association Extended Health Plan $ 80.00 per year
Student Association Dental Plan $ 110.00 per year
Multi-Pass $ 46.75 per month ($48.00 effective May 1, 2015)

* Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life
** Apprentices are also assessed an Apprentice Evaluation Fee of $10.00.  See Apprenticeship Payments, Refunds and Fee Adjustments for more information.

Charges for Continuous Intake Programs (Full-time)*

Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents Tuition Student Fees (LTSD)†
Tuition $ 114.20 per week $ 7.99 per week
International Tuition Student Fees (LTSD)†
Tuition $ 525.00 per week $ 25.00 per week
Kwantlen Student Association Fees (all students)
Operating Fund $ 2.90 per week
Bursary Fund $ 0.10 per week
Lobby Fund $ 0.27 per week
SUB Capital Fee $ 2.10 per week
START Volunteer Program $ 0.35 per week
Reboot Computer Service $ 0.27 per week
Peer Counselling $ 0.14 per week
Advocacy Service $ 0.09 per week
Clubs and Events $ 0.60 per week
Social Justice Fee $ 0.14 per week
Intramurals $ 0.23 per week
Student Publication Fee $ 0.69 per week
Radio Free Kwantlen $ 0.12 per week  
Kwantlen Public Interest Research Group $ 0.72 per week  
Canadian Federation of Students $ 0.86 per week
Student Association Extended Health Plan $ 80.00 per year
Student Association Dental Plan $ 110.00 per year
Multi-Pass $ 46.75 per month ($48.00 effective May 1, 2015)

* Fees for part-time programs are pro-rated.
† Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life

Charges for Adult Basic Education Programs

Tuition is waived for Adult Basic Education courses. However, students are charged Student fees for libraries, technologies and student life and the Kwantlen Student Association fees at the credit or continuous intake rate as appropriate.

Charges for Other Programs

Charge Canadian Citizens or Permanent Residents International
Prior Learning Assessment $ 131.05 per credit $ 525.00 per credit
Access Programs for People with Disabilities $ 28.55 per week  n/a
Career Choices and Life Success Tuition waived†  n/a
Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Technical Apparel Design $ 525.00 per credit† $ 525.00 per credit†

†add libraries, technologies and student life fee (LTSD), and KSA fees

Temporary Insurance Plan (International students only)

All new international students coming to KPU will automatically be enrolled in KPU's Temporary Medical Insurance Plan upon registration in classes for their first semester. Coverage begins on the first day of the month before the start date of a semester. Each student's name, student number, email, gender, and date of birth will be released to the insurer and plan administrators. Students will be enrolled in the plan for each semester until they can provide proof of coverage in the province's health care plan. This is coverage for basic medical costs and services and is addition to the KSA Extended Health and Dental Plans.

Semester Coverage Start Date* Coverage End Date Opt-Out Deadline† Fee‡
Fall 2014 (September) September 1, 2014 December 31, 2014 September 30, 2014 $ 190.00
Spring 2015 (January) January 1, 2015 April 30, 2015 January 31, 2015 $ 190.00
Summer 2015 (May) May 1, 2015 August 31, 2015 May 31, 2015 $ 190.00

New international students beginning studies at KPU during Session Two will be assessed the Temporary Insurance Plan at a flat rate of $100.  Coverage period begins on the first day of Session Two and ends on the Semester Coverage End Date.  Opting out will be handled solely through the carrier.

Notes:
* Students are covered for the period shown, regardless of the first date of study.
† See Opting Out

For more information about the Temporary Insurance Plan, please contact the Office of International Students & Scholars (kpu.ca/oiss).

Proof of Coverage

Proof of approved BC Medical Services Plan coverage can demonstrated using one of the following documents:

  1. BC Service Card; or
  2. Letter from Health Insurance BC; or
  3. BC Medical Services Plan Invoice from Revenue Services.
Opting Out

A student is able to opt-out of the insurance plan through KPU and receive a 100% refund for the current semester provided they submit proof they are covered by the British Columbia Medical Services Plan (BCMSP) coverage  prior to the start of the KPU Temporary Basic Medical Insurance coverage.  This must be done prior to the Opt-Out deadline for each semester. The BCMSP coverage must begin prior to the coverage start date of the KPU Temporary Medical Insurance Plan in order for the student to be able to receive a full refund. Students must opt out online at: finkelsteinfinancial.com/temporary-medical-insurance-opt-out-form

IMPORTANT: All international students must opt out online with proof of their BCMSP coverage or they will continue to be enrolled in the KPU Temporary Medical Insurance program in following semesters.

About Kwantlen Student Association Fees

In addition to tuition fees, students are required to pay Student Association fees. These include:

  • Advocacy Service
  • Bursary Fund
  • Clubs and Events
  • Intramurals
  • Kwantlen Public Interest Research Group
  • Lobby Fund
  • Operating Fund
  • Radio Free Kwantlen
  • Peer Counselling
  • Reboot Computer Service
  • Social Justice Fee
  • START Volunteer Program
  • Student Publication fee
  • SUB Capital Fee
  • Canadian Federation of Students
  • Multi-Pass
  • Student Association Dental Plan
  • Student Association Extended Health Plan

All students, except senior citizens [age 65 and older], Summer Language Bursary recipients, those enrolled in Access Programs for People with Disabilities, students in a Co-operative Education work term, students concurrently enrolled in secondary school programs, and Continuing Professional Studies students, pay these fees. For a detailed explanation of these fees, see the Kwantlen Student Association (www.kusa.ca) web site.

Student Association Extended Health and Dental Plans

The Kwantlen Student Association has implemented, by means of student referendum, a mandatory health and dental plan providing extended medical coverage and a student dental plan. Enrolment in these plans is a requirement of registration at the University for all students with a course load of 60% (9 credits) or more. The name, student number, address, gender and date of birth of students eligible for enrolment in the plan will be released to the insurer and the plan administrators.

There is a provision for opting out of either or both plans if a student is able to provide proof of comparable existing coverage. Specific instructions for opting out are available online.

All questions or concerns about plan coverage or opting out of the Student Health and Dental Plan should be directed to the Student Service Coordinator:

Kwantlen Student Association Health and Dental Plan Provider
Cloverdale: 604.598.6053 Tel: 604.599.2431
Langley: 604.599.3389 Fax: 604.599.2432
Richmond: 604.599.2721 Website www.mystudentplan.ca/kwantlen
Surrey: 604.599.2126    

Student Association Multi-Pass

The Kwantlen Student Association has implemented, by means of student referendum, a mandatory university bus pass (UPASS) plus additional services. Enrolment in these plans is a requirement of registration at the University for all students with a course load of 3 credits or more or who have tuition charges that exceed the Total Fare Value of a three-zone bus pass.

Multi-Pass charges are levied for each month in which the course(s) begin prior to the 15th of the month, and for each month in which the course(s) end on the 15th or later of the month.

Students who withdraw from all courses, will be refunded their Multi-Pass fees for the month(s) following their withdrawal.

There is a provision for exemption from the Multi-Pass if a student is able to provide documentation in support of one of the following scenarios:

For more information about the U-Pass BC Transit Pass, including eligibility for exemption, please visit kpu.ca/upass.

For questions or concerns about the Multi-Pass program, please contact the Kwantlen Student Association at:

Kwantlen Student Association
Cloverdale: 604.598.6053
Langley: 604.599.3389
Richmond: 604.599.2721
Surrey: 604.599.2126
Website http://ksamultipass.ca/

Last Updated: Mar 6, 2015

This online version of the Kwantlen Polytechnic University Calendar is the official version of the University Calendar. Although every effort is made to ensure accuracy at the time of publication, KPU reserves the right to make any corrections in the contents and provisions of this calendar without notice. In addition, the University reserves the right to cancel, add, or revise contents or change fees at any time without notice. To report errors or omissions, or send comments or suggestions, please email Calendar.Editor@kpu.ca.