Below is an overview of estimated costs associated with attending graduate school full-time over a 12-month period. It is important to note that costs depend on a number of factors, including a student's program, familial situation, and personal needs. These estimates should also only serve as a guideline, and do not include funding estimates received from internal and external scholarships and aid. All costs are estimated in Canadian dollars.
| Cost of Living | |
|---|---|
| Housing (incl. utilities) | $8,400 - $12,000 |
| Food | $4,200 - $4,800 |
| Internet | $120 - $540 |
| Phone | $600 |
| Personal Items | $1,200 |
| Clothing | $600 |
| Entertainment | $900 - $1,200 |
| Laundry | $300 |
| TOTAL | $16,320 - $21,240 |
| Educational Costs | Domestic | International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition Fees* | $6,915 | $17,501 |
| Ancillary Fees | $1,495 | $1,495 |
| University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) | N/A | $612 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 - $2,400 | $1,200 - $2,400 |
| TOTAL | $9,610 - $10,810 | $20,808 - $22,008 |
*Based on 2016-17 academic year (3 terms) approximate fees in Canadian currency. Tuition and ancillary fees are subject to change/approval by the Western Senate and Board of Governors
