| Fees and Expenses 
Fees vary by program according to the number of courses, course credits and cost of the program. Individual fees depend upon the actual courses taken. Please refer to the Estimated Program Fees for details. Tuition fees as stated in this calendar are subject to change and are revised annually, subject to approval by SAIT Board of Governors. * Fees are subject to change without notice. Calculation of the Estimated Program Fees The estimated program fees are comprised of SAIT fees and fees collected for the SAIT Student Association (SAITSA). SAIT Fees - Tuition – based on program credits and the cost of the program
- Campus Recreation/Athletics – mandatory
- Universal Transit Pass – mandatory
SAITSA Fees - General – mandatory
- Health and Dental Plan – mandatory. Students can opt out of either plan if he/she has comparable coverage, meets waiver requirements and the waiver deadline. For more information, visit saitsa.com.
International Students Fees vary by program according to the number of courses and course credits in the program. International student fees are set separately from those of Canadian students or permanent residents. Please refer to International Student Fees. Payment Structure and Deadlines Fees are payable following registration each semester. Tuition is due in full 30 days prior to program start for new students and on the first day of class for returning. Please refer to your registration letter for your tuition fee deadline date. Students are dismissed from SAIT when total fees are not paid by the deadline. Students are responsible for full fees owing as stated in the Academic Regulations section of this calendar under Withdrawals. Methods of Payment To avoid line-ups, pay online by VISA or MasterCard at mySAIT.ca, or call 403.284.7248, toll-free at 1.877.284.7248. Cheques or money order should be made payable to SAIT and are accepted by mail. All payment methods are accepted in person including cash and Interac. Sponsored Students Sponsored students (third-party payments) must provide a purchase order or written notification on company letterhead to Student Services 45 days prior to fees being due. Invoices must be paid in full within 30 days of being issued. Tax (T2202A) Forms Each February, SAIT issues T2202A tax forms which can be accessed by students on mysait.ca only. Students will be charged $15.00 for a hard copy tax form. Estimated Expenses per Academic Year The cost of attending SAIT for an academic year (nine months) will vary with the student’s choice of program and personal needs. In addition to tuition fees and costs of books, supplies and equipment, the following expenses must be considered: - accommodation (on campus, off campus)
- transportation
- clothing and personal supplies
- recreation and entertainment
- health/dental plan
- specialized tools or equipment
Some programs will require students to have access to a personal computer. We are providing the following suggested specifications: - Intel Core 2 Duo - 3.06Ghz Processor
- 2GB of RAM Memory (suggested 4GB)
- Keyboard and Mouse
- Monitor at least 17 inches in size (suggested 20 inches)
- Hi-speed Internet connection
- CDROM or DVD drive
- Sound card and speakers
- Printer
- Operating System: XP Professional or Vista
Software: - Microsoft Office 2003 or 2007
- Internet Explorer 6 or higher
- Adobe Acrobat Reader
- Anti-virus software
Miscellaneous Fees | | | Advance Credit | $150.00 | | | | Application (online) | $50.00 | | | | Application (paper) | $100.00 | | | | Auditing | Variable | | | | Challenge Examination | Variable | | | | Computer Managed Learning | Variable | | | | Co-op Work Term | Variable | | | | Duplicate Parchment | $45.00 | | | | Examination Re-read/Appeal | $35.00 | | | | Graduation Ceremonies | $35.00 | | | | ID Card Replacement | $15.00 | | | | Income Tax Form | Nil or $15.00 | | | | Intent to Return | $35.00 | - For students who have had a break between semesters (non-refundable).
| | Laptop e-Learning Security Deposit | $500.00 | | | | NSF Charge | $30.00 | -
Persons who have given an NSF cheque are placed on a CASH only basis for three years from date of cheque. CASH means: cash, money order, certified cheque, VISA, MasterCard, and Interac. | | Prior Learning Assessment | Variable | | | | Program Transfer | $30.00 | | | | Remedying Deficient Course | Variable | -
By special assignment/project or supplemental examination $75.00 -
By registering as a repeating student (regular tuition fees) -
By registering in Continuing Education classes (regular Con. Ed. fees) -
By other arrangements. The student is responsible for any fees levied by the institution or organization offering the course | | Reinstatement | $50.00 | | | | Transcript of Marks | $10.00/copy | | | | Tuition Deposit | $250.00 | | | | U-Pass replacement | $105.00 | | | All fees and expenses are subject to change.
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