Tuition & Compulsory Fees
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By registering for classes at the University of Guelph, students agree to pay all assessed tuition and fees as a result of this registration. Students are responsible to properly cancel, adjust or drop their registration by the end of the drop and add periods, in accordance with the Academic Calendars. Please review the Statement of Financial Responsibility for more information.
Billing and payment are done on a semesterly basis rather than annually. In an effort to spread out the financial burden, payments are required at the start of each semester instead of having to pay the entire amount all at once at the beginning of the school year.
Out of concern for the safety and security of both our students and staff, Student Financial Services do not accept cash payments. Online payments will take three business days to reach our office. Please verify on your WebAdvisor (after 72 business hrs) to ensure payment has been received and keep a copy of your transaction record.
Tuition and fees are calculated based on the academic program, course load, cohort year, citizenship, room and meal plan selection, and parking if required. These fees (tuition, compulsory fees, registration deposit, meal plan, and residence fees - excluding the residence deposit) are due by the semester deadline date posted. Students' accounts may be viewed through WebAdvisor. The University does not issue printed bills or statements. If you have questions about a cohort that is not displayed here, please check your WebAdvisor account or contact accquest@uoguelph.ca.
If you are a dependent of a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, diplomat or visitor with an employer-specific work permit, you may qualify for the domestic tuition rate. Read more about eligibility, required documentation, and deadlines. If your immigration status changes over the course of your degree and you become eligible for a reduced tuition rate, please ensure that you submit the required documents by the deadline so that you are billed the appropriate tuition amount.
The University of Guelph honours the Jay Treaty of 1794. If you possess a Native American, Alaskan Native, or Native Hawaiian citizenship document from tribes that are state or federally recognized, or an Indian Status card from the government of Canada, you will be eligible for domestic tuition. Documentation must be presented to qualify. Undergraduate students submit the documentation to Enrolment Services. Graduate students submit the documentation to the Office of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Please contact the International Student Advisor and the Indigenous Student Advisor to ensure that you are connected to the supports available to you.
Tuition and Fees (by semester)
Undergraduate Fees
Graduate Fees
International Tuition Fee Increases
The 2026-27 tuition rates below have been approved by the Board of Governors and will become effective in Fall 2026 (unless otherwise noted).
Compulsory Fee Descriptions: Guelph Campus
Compulsory Fees for Undergraduate, Diploma and Graduate Students
If an update to a compulsory fee description is required, please complete the Request to Update Fee Description Form and follow the instructions in the form.
Compulsory Fee Descriptions: Ridgetown
Co-op Fees
As a Co-op student at U of G, you gain relevant work experience, build professional networks, and develop essential skills needed to succeed in the workplace—all while getting paid and earning your university degree. Co-op fees are charged throughout your academic career.
Audit Fees
For more information about auditing a course, see the Undergraduate Calendar. Fees are subject to change.
Fee charged per 0.5 credit for auditing a course in 2025-26:
- Domestic student: $401.54
- International student: $2,404.57
Miscellaneous Fees
Undergraduate and Associate Diploma Students: Miscellaneous Fees By Campus
Graduate Students: Miscellaneous Fees By Campus
University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP)
The University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) is a mandatory insurance to pay the cost of the hospital and medical services that international students may need during their stay in Canada while registered at the University. The fee is compulsory, and it is charged as part of your tuition and fees which can be viewed on WebAdvisor. The student must register online to receive a UHIP coverage card.
All international students (paying international fees) will automatically be enrolled in UHIP (single coverage). If the student has dependents in Canada that should be added to their plan or if an international student is billed domestic tuition and requires UHIP, it is the student's responsibility to complete the UHIP application and submit it to Student Financial Services (accquest@uoguelph.ca). An additional premium is charged.
2025 - 2026 Rates
International Students
| Starting Semester | Period of Coverage | Member only | Member + 1 dependent | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | September to August | $792.00 | $1584.00 | $2376.00 |
| Winter | January to August | $528.00 | $1056.00 | $1584.00 |
| Summer | May to August | $264.00 | $528.00 | $792.00 |
Exchange Students
$264.00 per semester
2024 - 2025 Rates
International Students
| Starting Semester | Period of Coverage | Member only | Member + 1 dependent | Family |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | September to August | $756.00 | $1512.00 | $2268.00 |
| Winter | January to August | $504.00 | $1008.00 | $1512.00 |
| Summer | May to August | $252.00 | $504.00 | $756.00 |
Exchange Students
$252.00 per semester
Immigration Status Change
Students who are studying on student visas and whose immigration status changes, or those who may be eligible for the regular tuition fees but are charged the visa student fees, must present acceptable official documentation to Enrolment Services, Office of Registrarial Services. To effect a change of fees in a particular semester, the documentation must be presented prior to:
June 30 for the Summer Semester,
November 1 for the Fall Semester, or
February 1 for the Winter Semester.
Read about the categories of students who are exempt from paying the visa student fees and the required documentation.
The regulations are subject to change without notice. Please contact es@uoguelph.ca for additional information.
Provincial/Territorial Residency Status Change
Undergraduate and diploma students who have been billed the Domestic Non-Ontario tuition rate but believe they are eligible for the Domestic Ontario rate can complete a residency appeal. Students who are Canadian citizens or Permanent Residents and have completed high school outside of Ontario are identified as Domestic Non-Ontario. Please review the detailed eligibility criteria and then submit the Domestic Non-Ontario Residency Appeal Form to the email address indicated on the form.
To effect a change of fees in a particular semester, the form must be submitted prior to the following deadline dates:
- Effective for the Fall semester: November 1
- Effective for the Winter semester: February 1
- Effective for the Summer semester: June 30
The regulations are subject to change without notice. For additional information, please contact the email address below for your campus:
- Guelph campus: accquest@uoguelph.ca
- Guelph-Humber campus: finaid@guelphhhumber.ca
- Ridgetown campus: rcregistrar@uoguelph.ca