Expenses
Exchange students are responsible for the following costs:
Budget for a Single Student (in Canadian dollars)
Fall 2025
| On-Campus | Off-Campus | Room Only (Living with a family) | Homestay | |
| Rent and Utilities per 4-month term | $4,096-$6,560 (1,2 or 4 bedroom) | $2,800-$3,400 (2,4 or 5 bedroom homes) Students purchase and prepare their own meals | $3,000-$3,400 Students purchase and prepare their own meals | $35.75 per night (includes meals) |
| Mandatory One-Time Fees | Non-Refundable Application Fee: $60 ORS: $50/term Residence Network Access Fee: $122/term Tenant Insurance: $95/academic year | Registration, placement and orientation fee: $300 Admin fee per payment: $75 | ||
| Food/Groceries | Optional | $375/month | $375/month | Meals included |
| Personal Expenses | $250/month | $250/month | $250/month | $250/month |
Other Mandatory Fees:
- Sport & Recreation Fee: $112.35 per semester - covers athletic fees, gym, swimming pool use, weight room and most physical activities class
- UPass: $82 per semester (City Transit)
- Fine Arts Access Fee: $13.94 per semester
- Textbooks: $150 - $200 per course