University of Calgary Courses and Fees 2026

The University of Calgary offers 130+ undergraduate and graduate programs to international students. Some of the popular programs include MS Data Science and Analytics, MBA, Bachelor of Nursing, and others. Application form fees for international students are CAD 145 / INR 9,670.

Fees at the University of Calgary:

• Graduate: CAD 17,151-39,892 / INR 11.4-26.5 Lakhs
• MBA: CAD 98,000 / INR 65.1 Lakhs
• Undergraduate: CAD 31,349-40,535 / INR 20.8-26.9 Lakhs

Monthly expenses for staying in Calgary can range from CAD 2,330 to 3,640 / INR 1.5-2.4 Lakhs. To manage these expenses, the University of Calgary offers various scholarships to international students, like the International Entrance Scholarship, the Delta Kappa Gamma International, the Calgary World Fellowship, and others, which offer amounts ranging between CAD 700-36,000 / INR 46,000-24 Lakhs.

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Note:

• Thesis-based programs (require deep research-based studies): MS Computer Science, PhD, and other MSc degrees.
• Course-based programs: MS Data Science and Analytics, M. Engineering (Chemical and Petroleum), M. Engineering (Computer and Electrical), MBA.
• Fees for graduate programs at the University of Calgary are calculated based on credits and a course-based or thesis-based program.

(CAD 1 = INR 66.5 as on 16 February, conversions are used in this article)

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University of Calgary Application Fees

International students are required to pay CAD 145 / INR 9,670 application fees to apply for various undergraduate and graduate programs at the University of Calgary.

For More Details on Application Procedure, Check: University of Calgary Admissions

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University of Calgary Fees Payment

International students can pay tuition fees at the University of Calgary via the following modes:

Payment Platform	Method of Payment	Cost	Processing Time	Link
CIBC Student Pay	Bank Wire	Service fee of 1.25%	2 weeks	Portal
CIBC Student Pay	Credit card	Convenience fee of 2.5%	2-3 days	Portal
Convera Global Pay	Electronic Funds Transfer / Wire Transfer / Direct Debit	Exchange Rate	2 weeks	Portal
Convera Global Pay	Credit Card	Service fee of 2-3%	3-5 days	Portal

Note: If fees are not paid on time, a late fee of CAD 100 / INR 6,650 is incurred upon the student. Also, 1% interest is charged per month.

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How to Pay Fees at the University of Calgary

Paying fees via Convera Global Pay and CIBC Student Pay:

• Click the link above to proceed with the payment.
• Select the country from where the payment is being made.
• Select the options for which payment is to be made (Fees, Residence, or others).
• There will be no additional fees charged (aside from the exchange rate) if payment is made through bank transfer or wire payment.
• Payment via credit cards will be charged an additional fee (2-2.75%) aside from the exchange rate.
• If the student is using a bank transfer or a wire payment, then they should print the instruction copy and take it to the local bank, and the bank will help to facilitate the transaction.
• If the student is using online banking/credit card, then there is no need to visit a local bank.

Note: Students having issues with CIBC Student Pay can contact them directly at 1800-121-661-661 (for Indian students only).

Paying Fees via External Awards/Scholarships/Bursaries:

• External agencies can pay the student fees via the above methods, money order, or by physical cheque.
• The address to pay via physical cheque or money order is: Accounts Receivable, MacKimmie Tower, 2500 University Drive NW, Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4.
• It should be submitted as soon as possible, preferably 30 days before the start of the term.
• Processing by cheques can take up to 4 weeks; if there is any delay in fee processing by external agencies, interest charges are incurred on the students. 

Paying Fees via Sponsors:

• Sponsors are third-party like government agencies, companies, and others, who wish to pay fees for you.
• Students will be required to attach a sponsor letter via students service request, Third Party Sponsorship application.
• Third Party Sponsorship application becomes available after accepting the offer and paying the deposit fee.
• Payment can be made via cheques.

Note:

• Relatives can pay fees on behalf of the students through the payment modes mentioned above.
• Any refund regarding payment will be processed to the student account and not back to the relative's account (original payer).

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University of Calgary Fees Instalment

International students are eligible for fee instalment at the University of Calgary, provided that they fulfil the following conditions:

• You have no unpaid fees.
• You meet the minimum tuition fees of CAD 500 / INR 33,200 during fall and winter semesters.

If you meet the above criteria, you are qualified to pay fees in instalments. The instalment plans can be in the following ways:

• For course-based graduate, undergraduate, and MD tuition fee programs: 3 instalments (fall and winter semesters)
• For thesis-based graduate tuition fee programs: 4 instalments (fall and winter semesters)

Students cannot use one plan for the whole academic year; they need to opt in each semester/term. The table below mentions the dates during which students should apply for the fall and winter semesters' payment plan.

Semester	Application for Payment Plan Begins From	Last Date to Apply for Payment Plan
Fall 2026	1 August 2026	19 September 2026
Winter 2027	1 December 2026	30 January 2027

Note:

• Administrative fee of CAD 40 / INR 2,680 will be charged if students opt for the payment plan.
• Thesis-based graduate program students are exempt from paying administrative fees.
• Residence fees are not included in the payment plan.

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University of Calgary Other Costs

International students need to pay other fees at the University of Calgary. They are:

• City of Calgary UPass: CAD 175 / INR 11,700
• Health Insurance: CAD 360 / INR 24,000
• Dental Insurance: CAD 316 / INR 21,000
• Campus Recreation: CAD 48 / INR 3,200
• Athletics: CAD 32 / INR 2,100
• Deposit: CAD 5,000/ INR 3.3 Lakhs INR (Necessary for PAL and admission confirmation)

Note:

• After payment of the deposit, the student is eligible for a PAL (Provincial Attestation Letter).
• PAL is the document offered by the universities/colleges to international students in Canada, which helps in applying for a Canadian study permit.
• International students enrolled in graduate programs and PhD programs do not require PAL.
• For More Details, Check: PAL (Provincial Attestation Letter).