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Saint Mary’s University is a public institute located in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. It has more than 7000 students representing about 115 countries. It is also the second-largest research institute in Nova Scotia based on funding which makes it a renowned choice for higher education in Canada.
Saint Mary’s University offers admissions to Bachelor’s and Masters Degrees along with Certificates & Diplomas in the fields of Liberal Arts, Business and Accounting, Science, Engineering, and Environmental studies. The university is an affordable option for international students willing to study in Canada and offers financial aids worth 5 million CAD each year. Saint Mary’s University offers a special International Student Career & Employability Certificate (INC) Program to help senior level students transition from university to a professional environment in Canada. It also helps students to volunteer in local businesses to hone up their employment skills while completing their academic courses.
Undergraduate Tuition and Fees
View Tuition and Fees for the Academic Year (September- August).
- Use our Tuition Calculator to estimate your tuition costs including residence & meal plan!
- SMUSA Student Fees and Medical Insurance fees
- Application Fees, Deposits and Other Charges
- Tuition and Fee Regulations
- Saint Mary’s University Mandatory Per-Course Fees explained
- SMUSA Mandatory Fees explained
2021-2022 Undergraduate Tuition
September 2021 -August 2022
Tuition and Fees (includes all per-course mandatory fees)
| Course Type | Arts | Commerce | Science & Engineering | Co-op |
| Nova Scotia * Canadian/Permanent Resident | $792.70 | $909.70 | $875.70 | $500.00 |
| Out of Province Canadian/Permanent Resident | $921.00 | $1,038.00 | $1,004.00 | $500.00 |
| International ** | $1,966.00 | $2,181.00 | $2,118.00 | $500.00 |
Tuition includes per course (half credit) mandatory fees: Arts Learning Resource ($10), Science Technology ($30), Sobey School of Business Career Services ($10), Campus Renewal ($38), Recreational Facilities Renewal ($11), Copyright ($3), Sport & Recreation ($7), Student Services ($7), System Technology Fee ($7).
*Nova Scotia residents receive the NS University Student Bursary of $128.30 per half-credit courses, which is deducted from the cost of each half credit (3 credit hour) course.
**International students who provide Landed Immigration or Permanent Citizenship papers to the Service Centre (Enrolment Services) will have their tuition adjusted, starting in the next academic term.
2021-2022 Student Fees
Student fees are comprised of:
- SMUSA (Saint Mary’s University Student Association) fees (full-time or part-time)
- U-Pass (University bus pass)
- Medical & Dental (read below for opt-out instructions)
Full-time Student Fees– for students taking nine (9) credit hours or more in a term.
| SMUSA Full-time Student Fee | $167.00 ($83.50 per term) |
| U-Pass (Bus Pass) | $166.00 ($83.00 per term) |
Students who register for the Winter term only will pay one term of student fees:
Full-time ($83.50-SMUSA + $83.00-U-Pass) OR Part-time ($31.25-SMUSA)
Part-time Student Fees– for students taking less than nine (9) credit hours in a term.
| SMUSA Part-time Student Fee | $31.25 per term |
Fall U-Pass
- If you do not require your Fall U-Pass and wish to waive your Fall U-Pass fee, please contact karla.hodge@smu.ca.
Summer U-Pass
- If a student is registered in two or more courses for the May-June term they will automatically receive the Summer U-Pass at a cost of $83.00 based on the 2021-2022 rates.
- Students who are taking one or more courses over the May – June and/or July – August terms can opt-in and purchase a U-Pass at the Service Centre for $83.00 based on the 2021-2022 rates.
- U-Passes will be valid from May 1st- August 31st.
- For questions regarding the Summer U-Pass please contact karla.hodge@smu.ca
2021-2022 Medical & Dental Plans
Medical and Dental plans are administered by the Saint Mary’s University Student’s Association (SMUSA).
Medical Plan – Full-time Canadian, Permanent Residents & International students
| Canadian Full-time only | |
| 12 Month (Sept – Aug) | $177.00 |
| 8 Month (Jan – Aug) | $118.00 |
| International Full-time/Part time only | |
| 12 Month (Sept – Aug) | $1,072.00 |
| 8 Month (Jan – Aug) | $711.00 |
| For family rates (including dependents), contact the SMUSA Health Plan Office at healthplan.smusa@smu.ca or 902-496-8754. |
Dental Plan – Full-time Canadian, Permanent Residents & International students Plan
| 12 Month (Sept – Aug) | $110.00 |
| 8 Month (Jan – Aug) | $75.00 |
| For family rates (including dependents), contact the SMUSA Health Plan Office at healthplan.smusa@smu.ca or 902-496-8754. |
Medical and Dental Plan Information:
Students with comparable medical and dental coverage may opt-out of the University medical and dental plans each year as indicated below:
Canadian Students: Opt out Online through SMUPort
International Students: To opt out of all or part of the health coverage, email healthplan.smusa@smu.ca.
Contact the SMUSA Health Plan Office at healthplan.smusa@smu.ca or 902-496-8754
Opt-Out Deadlines: Fall Term – September 25, Winter Term – January 25
Questions? Contact the SMUSA Health Plan Office at healthplan.smusa@smu.ca or 902-496-8754
Application Fees, Deposits & Other Charges
| Fee | Cost |
| Undergraduate Applications | $40.00 |
| Residence Applications | $25.00 |
| Residence Deposits | $500.00 |
| Academic Appeal | $30.00 |
| Replacement Student ID Card | $15.00 |
| Reinstatement | $50.00 |
| Returned Cheque (NSF Charge) | $20.00 |
| Interest on Overdue Accounts | 12.67% per annum |
Tuition and Fees
Undergraduate Residential Winona Campus
Cost of attending 2021-2022 (Late August to early May)
Tuition*: $38,780
Room**: $5,550
Board: $4,370
Activity fee: $170
Technology fee: $380
Laundry fee: $80
Orientation Fee: $60 (Includes one-way airport pick-up)
Total: $49,490
*Additional fees may apply for certain residence halls
Additional Expenses That May Apply:
Medical insurance: $500–1,000 per year (approximately)
Books: $1,300 per year (approximately)
Airfare and personal expenses—varies by student
Cost of Attending 2020-21 (Late August to early May)
Tuition: $37,650
Room*: $5,390
Board: $4,240
Activity Fee: $170
Technology Fee: $380
Laundry Fee: $80
Orientation Fee: $60 (Includes one-way airport pick-up)
Total: $47,970
*Additional fees may apply for certain residence halls
Additional Expenses that May Apply:
Medical insurance—$500–1,000 per year (approximately)
Books—$600–900 per year (approximately)
Airfare and personal expenses—varies by student
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