How to pay your fees
The ɫ accepts payment for tuition and general fees primarily through Canadian banking with a personal bank account. Both domestic and international students can pay their fees online from nearly anywhere in the world through CIBC Student Pay and Convera Global Pay for Students.
Payment plans are also available for all students in all programs. Please see our websiteherefor eligibility, terms and conditions, and enrolment instructions.
The preferred method of payment is through online banking with a Canadian bank account. Students who do not have a Canadian bank account can pay their fees through Convera Global Pay or CIBC Student Pay.
Payment by major credit card is now available for all students. International students can utilize either Convera Global Pay or CIBC Student Pay to make a credit card payment, and domestic students can make a credit payment through CIBC Student Pay. Please note: service providers charge a processing fee on all credit transactions, which is visible before finalizing the transaction.
Students can pay their residence and academic fees through the options outlined on this webpage. Ensure that your payments are directed towards the correct account type to avoid late interest or service withholds. Students paying through Canadian Online Banking can review the appropriate payees under the “Payment Tips” section below.
2024 - 2025 Fee payment deadlines
Summer 2024: Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Fall 2024: Friday, September 20, 2024
Winter 2025: Friday, January 31, 2025
Spring 2025: Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Summer 2025: Friday, July 4, 2025
Which payment option is right for me?
The ɫ offers multiple payment options for students. Which method is right for you depends on if you hold a Canadian bank account, if you are paying from outside Canada, or if you wish to pay by credit card.
The preferred method of payment for all students is a bank-to-bank transfer through Canadian online banking. Instructions for making a payment through your online banking can be found below. International students are advised to get a Canadian bank account after landing in Canada.
Students are advised to take the listed processing time into account when making payments. Students should ensure their payments are received by the relevant term fee deadline to avoid late interest. International payments through CIBC Student Pay or Convera Global Pay can be subject to delays outside the Universities control. UCalgary is not responsible for delays in posting payment from sanctioned countries, or countries experiencing economic crisis.
Domestic Methods of Payment
Students paying from a Canadian bank account or credit card can pay their fees using the options outlined below. If your bank does not list the ɫ as a payee through online banking, then a transfer of funds can be requested through CIBC Student Pay. Students do not need to be a client of CIBC to use this service.
| Payment Platform | Method of Payment | Who uses it? | Cost | Processing Time |
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| Canadian Online Banking | Bank-to-Bank Transfer | Anyone with a Canadian bank account | No Cost | 3-5 Business days |
| CIBC Student Pay | Credit Card | Anyone with a Canadian credit card | Convenience fee of 2.5% | 2-3 Business days |
| CIBC Student Pay | Direct Debit - Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) | Anyone with a Canadian bank account | Processing fee of 0.5% | 4-5 Business days |
International Methods of Payment
Students who do not have a Canadian bank account or are paying fees from an international bank account or credit card can use the options outlined below. As exchange rates and service fees can vary, it can be beneficial to review your options through both Convera Global Pay and CIBC Student Pay. Other payment options not listed here may be available through these services, depending on the country the payment is originating from.
| Payment Platform | Method of Payment | Who uses it? | Cost | Processing Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CIBC Student Pay | Bank Wire | Anyone paying from outside Canada | Exchange rate or a service fee of 1.25% | up to 2 weeks* |
| CIBC Student Pay | Credit Card | Anyone with an International credit card | Convenience fee of 2.5% | 2-3 Business days |
| Convera Global Pay | Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Wire Transfer / Direct Debit | Anyone paying from outside Canada | Exchange Rate | up to 2 weeks* |
| Convera Global Pay | Credit Card | Anyone with an International credit card | Service Fee (2–3%) | 3-5 Business days |
*EFT/Wire/Direct Debit transactions produce a quote that must be submitted to your bank to process payment to UCalgary. After you submit the payment transfer request to your bank, they bank will begin the transaction. It will then take 3-7 business days for the payment to be processed and to appear on your UCalgary account. Processing times vary depending on where the payment is originating from.
Payment Instructions
Online Banking is the fastest and preferred method of payment for any student who holds a Canadian bank account. This is available for both domestic and international students. Payments are processed by your financial institution. Payments can be made from any Canadian bank account. Funds will be applied to your UCalgary account within 5 business days.
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Step 1: Log On
Log into your bank’s online system.
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Step 2: Create a Payee Profile
Add the “ɫ – Tuition Fees” as a payee on your bill payment profile (the payee name will vary from bank to bank). If the payee is not immediately obvious, try searching for variations of the ɫ (UCal, UoC, UofC, etc.), and “tuition”.
Please ensure you are making payments for tuition and general fees separately from payments for residence charges. A separate residence payee (exact name will vary) and banking transaction is required to pay residence related charges.
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Step 3: Enter your Account Information
The account number is your eight-digit UCalgary ID number (UCID) and the first five letters of your last name. If your name is less that five letters, include the full last name. Do not include any special characters, such as spaces or hyphens. For example:
Jane Smith (UCID: 00486321), would use the account name: 00486321SMITH
Francis Zimmerman (UCID:10005238) would use the account name: 10005238ZIMME
Sara Sam (UCID:30192222) would use the account name: 30192222SAM
Bobby Lee-li (UCID:12345678) would use the account name: 12345678LEELI
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Step 4: Allow for Processing Time
It can take up to five business days for online payments to be processed and posted to your student account. Payment that are received after the payment due date are subject to late interest.
Admission deposit and application payments must be initiated the deposit/application deadline to ensure your application or offer of admission is not cancelled.
When paying your fees to the ɫ with Canadian online banking, you will have to create a payee for the transaction. There is one UCalgary payee for the Academic account, for your tuition and general fees, and one UCalgary payee for the residence account, for room fees and meal plans.
Refer to the chart below to see some common banks, and how to find the correct payee. Please note that this information is subject to change.
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CIBC
Search words
“Tuition” or “ɫ”
Academic Account Payee
ɫ – TuitionResidence Account Payee
ɫ – Res -
TD
Search words
“ɫ”
Academic Account Payee
ɫ – TuitionResidence Account Payee
ɫ - Residence -
RBC
Search words
“ɫ”
Academic Account Payee
ɫ – TuitionResidence Account Payee
ɫ - Residence -
Scotia Bank
Search words
“C”
Academic Account Payee
ɫResidence Account Payee
Univ of Calgary Residence Fee -
BMO
Search words
“ɫ”
Academic Account Payee
ɫ TuitionResidence Account Payee
ɫ - Residence Fees -
ATB
Search words
“ɫ”
Academic Account Payee
ɫ Tuition FeesResidence Account Payee
ɫ Residence Fees
International students who do not hold a Canadian bank account can pay their fees by a bank-to-bank transfer or credit card through Convera Global Pay for Students. This service allows you to pay your fees in the currency of your choice, from nearly anywhere in the world. Payment by major credit card is also offered through this service, with an additional processing fee charged by the provider. For bank-to-bank transfers, there are no fees charged in addition to the exchange rate.
Detailed instructions for completing a payment can be found .
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Step 1: Access Convera Global Pay for Students
Access page.
Please note: When making a payment through Convera, please be advised all transactions to and from are not permitted. If your bank country is not listed on the Convera payment portal, you will need to choose another method of payment not through the Convera portal.
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Step 2: Select the items you wish to pay for
Select the country that the payment will be originating from, then select the items you wish to pay for and input the amount. One payment can be made for both tuition and residence, as long as each payment type is selected.
Please note: Due to banking regulations, not all currencies are available. If your home currency is not offered, you can pay in another currency, such as the US dollar.
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Step 3: Select your method of payment
There are no additional fees for selecting the Bank Transfer / Bank Wire options, aside from the exchange rate. An additional fee of 2.0 – 2.75% will be added to any credit card payments. This fee is placed by the service provider, not the ɫ.
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Step 4: Complete the student / payor details and payment
To avoid delays in processing, please ensure you accurately input the student details.
If using a bank transfer / bank wire option, print off the instruction sheet and bring it to your local bank. They will be able to facilitate the transaction. Alternatively, the transaction can be completed with an online banking service.
If opting to use a credit card, the transaction can be completed entirely online.
Refer to the above chart on payment processing times to see how long your payment will take to appear posted to your account by payment type.
International students who do not hold a Canadian bank account can pay their fees by bank-to-bank transfer or credit card through CIBC Student Pay. This service allows you to pay your fees in the currency of your choice from nearly anywhere in the world. Payment by major credit card is also offered through this service, with an additional processing fee charged by the provider. For bank-to-bank transfers, there are no fees charged in addition to the exchange rate.
Domestic students who wish to pay by credit card can also do so through CIBC Student Pay. Please be aware that there is a service fee levied by CIBC for credit card payments. You do not need to be a CIBC client to use this service.
Detailed instructions for completing a payment can be found .
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Step 1: Access CIBC Student Pay
Access CIBC Student Pay's ɫ page.
Please note: You do NOT need to be a client of CIBC to use this service.
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Step 2: Select the items you wish to pay for
Select the country that the payment will be originating from, then select the items you wish to pay for and input the amount. One payment can be made for both residence and tuition, as long as each payment type is selected.
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Step 3: Select your method of payment
There are no additional fees for selecting the Bank Transfer / Bank Wire options, aside from the exchange rate. An additional fee of 2.0 – 2.75% will be added to any credit card payments. This fee is placed by the service provider, not the ɫ.
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Step 4: Complete the student/payor details and payment
To avoid delays in processing, please ensure you accurately input the student details.
If using a bank transfer / bank wire option, print off the instruction sheet and bring it to your local bank. They will be able to facilitate the transaction. Alternatively, the transaction can be completed with an online banking service.
If opting to use a credit card, the transaction can be completed entirely online.
All payments take processing time to appear posted to your student account depending on the payment type you choose. Refer to the above chart on payment processing times to see how long your payment will take to appear posted to your account by payment type.
If you are experiencing difficulty making a payment with Convera Global Pay for Students or CIBC Student Pay, please see the contact information here.
Other Payment Options
Students withdrawing funds from a Registered Education Savings Plan are often required to submit a Confirmation of Registration Letter to have their funds released.This letter is available for purchase in the Student Centre.
To download the letter, follow the instructions given in theHow-to guide.
If you have any further questions, please contactEnrolment Servicesdirectly.
If you receive external awards/scholarships/bursaries, these are not considered third party sponsors and cannot be invoiced by UCalgary for external payment.
UCalgary can take payments by external awards agencies through the payment methods outlined above or physical cheque.
- External award agencies can pay for the student using the standard UCalgary payment methods.
- External award agency cheque or money orders must be made payable toThe ɫ, and can be sent to the following mailing address:
- Accounts Receivables
MacKimmie Tower, 9thFloor
2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, Alberta T2N 1N4
- Accounts Receivables
If paying by external award agency cheque, submit payment as soon as possible, preferably no later than 30 days prior to the start of the term to avoid payment posting delays to the student account.
Payment by external agency cheque can take up to 4 weeks for processing, students are accountable for any holds or late interest incurred due to the processing time for external agency payments. Payments must be posted on your my.ucalgary.ca account on or before the term fee deadline for it to be considered on-time.
Please refer to ourcontent on how receiving external awards impacts student tax forms.
Students may have their education being paid in whole by a third party, with minimal exclusions, such as government agencies, companies, First Nations/Metis/Inuit groups or other organizations.
Sponsorship payments will only be accepted for active invoices sent from Finance to sponsors directly through the formal process. Application fees, deposit fees, and late interest charges cannot be included in the sponsorship agreement.
If you believe you are eligible for an undergraduate (UG) deposit exemption please see the information here and contact the UG for any further questions.
Each term you are sponsored, you must upload a sponsor letter via a student service request Third Party Sponsorship application.This application becomes available after accepting your offer and pay the deposit fee.
To learn more about third party sponsorship, please refer to the following website:
Acceptable methods of payments are outlined above: Online banking, CIBC Student Pay, and Convera Global Pay.
Personal cheques, money orders and bank drafts are not accepted as a form of payment. Cheques are accepted if they are from an External Award agency or from a Third-Party Sponsor with an active invoice. Personal cheques, money orders and bank drafts sent to Enrolment Services will be returned to the sender.
In-person payments of any kind are not accepted at UofC.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! International students can use either , or CIBC Student Pay to pay their fees by major credit card. Domestic students can utilize CIBC Student Pay to pay their fees by credit card as well. Please note that the service providers charge a processing fee for all payments made by credit card.
All payments take processing time to appear posted to the student account. Refer to the above chart on payment processing times to see how long your payment will take to appear posted to your account by payment type. Refer to thePayment Issuespage for instructions on how to address a payment that is taking longer than expected based on the processing times chart above.
All payments take processing time to appear posted to the student account and students need to factor in payment processing time when paying fees by any deadlines. If students are charged late interest due to payment processing time, the student is accountable for paying any late interest.
The university is not responsible for delays in posting payment from sanctioned countries, or countries experiencing economic crisis.
International students are advised to obtain a Canadian bank account once they arrive in Canada. More information on getting a Canadian bank account can be found here.
If you are unable to pay the full amount of tuition and general fees by the term fee deadline, then the Payment Plan may be considered. If you are paying fees by direct debit, EFT or wire transfer through CIBC Student Pay or Convera Global Pay, a payment plan may not be ideal given the processing times involved in transferring funds. Refer to the above chart to learn more about processing times by payment type.