No question, university is a big investment in your future. The money that you – and possibly your family members – contribute is the foundation for your financial plan, but you may need more to cover all of your university costs.
Expenses
Your main costs in university will be your tuition and living expenses.
Tuition and fees
À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ's tuition fees vary by program and type of student.
Living expenses (for first year)
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Residence | $7,000 to $9,200 |
| Meal plan | $5,800 to $6,700 |
| Personal expenses (e.g., phone, clothing, entertainment; depends on your lifestyle) | $4,300 |
| Estimated total living expenses | $17,100 to $21,900 |
Resources
Common ways to cover your costs include
- personal and/or family contributions,
- scholarships,
- bursaries (for Ontario students, based on financial need), and
- government loans and grants such as the .
Cost calculator
Estimate your total first-year expenses and see how much money you have.
Ways to pay for first year
Learn how to use scholarships, bursaries, student loans, and part-time jobs as ways to pay for your first year of university.
Earn up to
$2,000
per school term with a part-time work-study job right on campus!
À¶Ý®ÊÓƵ co-op students can earn
$42,000 to $90,000
over the course of their work terms