Olds College Fees and Refunds
Tuition Fee Schedule for 2009/2010
Second-year diploma programs and Advanced Farrier Science
2009/2010
Fees for Instruction 66.20
Students’ Association 2.62
OCSA Building Fund .99
Total per Credit $69.81
Bachelor of Applied Science
2009/2010
Fees for Instruction 70.32
Students’ Association 2.62
OCSA Building Fund .99
Total per Credit $73.93
*Note: All other programs employ a different fee schedule. Please see our website for details.
Applied Degree students pay applied degree fees for any and all courses scheduled and completed.
Visit the Olds College website at www.oldscollege.ca/fees for a detailed Fee Schedule for each program.
Fees for Instruction
Olds College is authorized by the Provincial Government Post Secondary Learning Act [Sec. 61(1)] and the Tuition Fee Policy. It refers to monies paid by students to attend college for which they have the right to receive instruction in the program in which they are admitted and the right to access those services and materials provided by the college to all students, irrespective of the program choice. The fee also provides for the students’ portion of the cost of disposable materials supplied in their program as well as transcripts and orientation materials.
All students accepted for admission into the college will be required to remit total tuition and fees payable for their first semester on or before Registration Day. (See Registration Procedures) Fees for the second semester (Winter) are due on the deadline date provided by the Registrar’s Office. (See Late Payment Fees) No exception is made for students awaiting student loans.
Students being sponsored by an accredited agency [i.e.: Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC), Disability Related Employment Supports program (DRES), Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) etc.] require a letter of commitment from the agency to the college prior to registration.
Non-payment of outstanding tuition, residence and other college fees may result in a termination and is non-appealable.
Additional Course Costs
For first year students, to be considered a full-time student (new curriculum), you must be taking a minimum of 9 credits per semester with the exception of Advanced Farrier Science Students completing their second year courses (old curriculum) 18 credits is considered full-time status. Some programs may require the purchase of additional materials (i.e.: costs for developing and preparing modules; veterinary supplies required for the course) which are over and above those covered by the “Fees for Instruction” (see above). These fees are itemized on the back of the fee schedule and rolled up into one fee on the front of the fee schedule which is available on the Olds College website www.oldscollege.ca/fees.
For students who apply for student loans the total ‘additional course fees’ must be clearly indicated as they become part of the required fees thus part of the student loan.
Tuition Deposits
All Olds College programs require a tuition deposit to confirm enrollment (Exceptions are Academic Upgrading and Transitional Vocational Program).
Late Payment Fee
Tuition and residence fees must be paid by the due date. An Olds College fee of $50.00 charge will be levied if the tuition and/or residence fees are not paid by the due date provided. No exceptions will be made for students awaiting student loans.
Recreation Fee
Olds College and the Students’ Association collectively received approval to assess a Recreation Fee of $30.00 per Semester to all full time students. This fee is for the purpose of providing improved recreation facilities and programs for the future.
Service Fee
This Olds College fee is assessed at $15.00 per semester to all full-time students and is for the purpose of supporting administrative and printing costs which are increasing yearly.
ID Card Fee
All students will be assessed an annual Olds College fee of $10.00 for their identification card. Replacement cost for a lost or stolen ID card is $20.00.
Olds College Students’ Association Fees (OCSA)
OCSA is authorized under the Post Secondary Education Act to collect fees which are intended to provide financial support for the administration of the Olds College Students’ Association activities. It also provides a student voice to the government and to various College and Student Committees including the Olds College Board of Governors. It also helps to produce the student day timer, student newspaper “Grass Roots” and other student publications. These fees are collected by Olds College for the OCSA.
Student Health and Dental Plan
The Health and Dental Plan Fee is payable with your tuition fees and will provide a year’s coverage. The Student Benefits Plan is designed to supplement basic healthcare provided through the province. The student plan does not replace or cover the cost of Alberta Healthcare or any other provincial healthcare provider. This mandatory fee is student loan eligible. If the student is covered under another plan they may opt out of this plan, proof of registration in the other plan is required.
Building Fund Fee
This fee provides financial support for the operation of the Student Alumni Centre and for new capital projects. This fee is collected by Olds College for the Olds College Students’ Association.
Yearbook Fee (optional)
A yearbook fee of $30.00 (includes GST) per year is levied for most full-time students and entitles them to receive a yearbook. Part-time students (registered in less than 18 credits or less than 9 credits in new curriculum) may purchase a yearbook by contacting the Olds College Students’ Association. A yearbook fee is not charged for Calgary Campus programs, Advanced Farrier Science, Transitional Vocational or Academic Upgrading program. This fee is collected by Olds College for the Olds College Students’ Association.
Program Material Costs
Costs of books, supplies and materials for the various programs are estimated on the Fee Schedule.
Students specializing in Agricultural & Heavy Equipment will be required to have a hand tool set. Tool lists are available from the Registrar’s Office.
Field Trips
Students should be prepared to pay incidental expenses on field trips and should confirm the actual costs before applying for a student loan. Olds College may collect a field trip fee if applicable to the program.
Transcript of Marks
Requests for additional copies of an “Official” transcript mailed directly to the institution or agency will be mailed from the Registrar’s Office upon receipt of a written request signed by the student identified with that record and the Olds College processing fee of $5.00 per copy. (Note: five copies = $25.00). Students must specify required quantity on the written request. The college transcript will record the entire academic achievement of each student. Unofficial transcripts are available on-line at the students MyOldsCollege account.
Student records will only be released to other persons or institutions upon receipt of a specific request in writing from the student.
NOTE: All academic credentials and parchments will be withheld until all indebtedness to Olds College has been cleared (see Indebtedness)
Residence and Meal Plan Fees
RESIDENCE FEES
Students living on-campus will be assessed Olds College residence fees according to the fee schedule below.
When applying for residence a reservation deposit of $200.00 is required. Once the Residence Contract is signed, the reservation deposit becomes a performance (damage) deposit. Damages over and above the deposit will be assessed where warranted. Students withdrawing from residence are subject to the terms of the Residence Contract.
An additional Residence Life fee, (Olds College Students’ Association (OCSA) fee) of $15.00 per semester, per resident, is also levied. This entitles residents to access Residence Council services. More specifically, this Association fee is used to help fund residence life activities and to pay for the student use of TV’s, VCR’s, ironing boards and irons, etc. and effective community programming
FRANK GRISDALE HALL
Approximate costs of room and board for Frank Grisdale Residence (based on an eight-month academic year) ranges from $ $5424 to $5688 (without cable) depending on which food plan and type of dorm room chosen. All accepted applicants will be provided with a detailed information package for the current academic year. Please contact the Residence Office at (403) 556-8375 for specific information.
TOWNHOUSES
Priority for the units will be for second-year students. If space is available, first year students may be offered this option.
Townhouse Fees: (This is a lump sum payment.)
$2,880.00 for 6 months
$3,235.00 for 7 months
$3,360.00 for 8 months
Total performance deposit for Townhouses is $300.00 and a deposit of $300.00 is due with application.
Students who withdraw without providing appropriate notice automatically forfeit any right to a Performance Deposit refund.
Other Ancillary Fees
1. International Student Fees for Instruction
International students pay a fee differential equal to one and one half times (1.5 x’s) the normal fees for
instruction for their program of studies.
2. International Visiting Student
International Visiting Student Fees for Instruction differential equals one and one half the normal fees for
instruction for their program of studies.
3. Auditing a Course Normal
Course Fee – based on per credit basis. International fee differential applies.
4. Challenge Examination Fee
$50.00 non-refundable
See Challenge Examinations under the Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition Policy for
Ag Finance Certificate: $20.00 per credit per course
5. Deferred Final Exam
$20.00 per exam
6. Document Replacement Fees:
Identification Card Fee – $20.00
Duplicate T2202A – $20.00
Parchments – $55.00
7. Graduation Fee
$25.00 – Levied at the start of the first semester
8. There is a NSF charge of $30.00 per returned cheque
NOTE: A student who has had three or more cheques returned NSF will forfeit all cheque writing privileges
at Olds College.
9. Parking Fines
$30.00 per offense
$20.00 if paid within seven days)
10. Parking Fees
Plug-ins – $16.80 per month
($16.00 + GST)
No plug-in – $8.40 per month
($8.00 + GST)
Towing Charges
$60.00 – cars & light trucks
$70.00 – trucks over 1/2 ton
$30.00 extra if dollies or drive shaft disconnect is required
Storage fees $20.oo per day
All charges subject to GST. Pick up after 8:00 p.m. may include call out fee.
11. Prior Learning Assessment of Experiential Learning
$30.00/credit to a maximum of $100.00 per course.
12. Supplemental Examination Fee
$20.00 per supplemental exam
13. Ag Finance Certificate Course Fees
$174.00 per credit plus a mandatory service/tech fee of $25 per course
14. Tuition Deposits
There is a $200 tuition deposit required for first year students that is credited to each student’s account,
with the following exceptions:
Animal Health Technology
$500.00 tuition deposit is due two weeks after admission for the on-line program or for the on-campus program
Equine Science
$500.00 tuition deposit due on or before June 1
Advanced Farrier Science
$500.00 tuition deposit is due two weeks after admission
Meat Processing
$500.00 due two weeks after admission for either entry date
A $200.00 tuition deposit is due 45 days after admission for all other programs except Academic Upgrading and
TVP programs and part-time studies unless circumstances warrant a change to the deadline for a deposit.
15. Pool Fee
(Collected by Olds College for the Town of Olds)
$42.00 per year ($40 + GST) (21.00 per semester)
18. Student Identification Card
$10.00 per academic year
$20.00 replacement fee for lost or stolen ID cards
19. Confirmation Letters
Two letters for $5.00
NOTE: Tuition and other fees may be changed without notice.
Indebtedness
Indebtedness includes any monies owed to Olds College, as well as any property owned by Olds College and not returned in satisfactory condition. All Academic credentials, transcripts, and parchments will be withheld until all indebtedness to Olds College has been cleared.
Refunds
REGULAR FULL-TIME PROGRAMS
a) Prior to the start of any course or during the 10 business days after Registration Day, a student who
withdraws will receive a 100% refund of all fees relating to that instruction.
b) After this time period, a student who drops a course or withdraws from the College shall receive no refund of
fees relating to that instruction.
c) Withdrawal for compassionate reasons will be considered on an individual basis. |
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