The following is an itemized list of expenses for one graduate student. Applicants should note that these costs are estimates and should be used only as a guideline. Specific costs related to tuition and fees are listed on the Student Financial Services website [1].
Costs incurred by a student may vary depending on many factors including, but not limited to, lifestyle, whether you are supporting family members, and the program to which you are admitted. All costs are estimated in Canadian dollars and are subject to change at any time.
In order to estimate your tuition and cost of living expenses calculate the Domestic or International Tuition and Fees cost plus the cost of living expenses in charts below.
Graduate Tuition and Fees
| Per Semester Tuition (Fall 23), Including Compulsory Fees* | Domestic Costs | International Costs |
|---|---|---|
| DVSc/MES/MFA**/MFARE/MPH/Mplan | $3,394 | $9,461 |
| MA/MSc/MASC/GDip | $3,275 | $7,735 |
| MAN | $4,894 | $12,794 |
| MBA/MA Lead | $5,471 | $8,101 |
| MBinf | $3,394 | $10,623 |
| MBiot | $3,394 | $10,908 |
| MBS | $3,394 | $10,646 |
| MCL | $4,852 | $6,352 |
| MCTI | $8,398 | $14,898 |
| MDS | $9,231 | $14,898 |
| MDTM | $5,885 | $9,052 |
| MEng | $3,394 | $11,706 |
| MFA Creative Writing at Guelph Humber | $3,241 | $9,308 |
| MLA | $3,444 | $11,486 |
| MSc FSQA | $3,275 | $10,478 |
| MSc Management | $3,375 | $10,898 |
| MPM | $11,375 | $13,875 |
| MWB | $6,898 | $10,908 |
| Project Management GDip | $10,898 | $13,398 |
| PhD | $3,228 | $3,222** |
| International Students - University Health Insurance Plan (UHIP) for fall semester. | $756 annually |
*Including program-specific fees, other University fees, and student organization fees which are $277 less in the winter semester.
**Tuition shown accounts for the international doctoral tuition scholarship for those admitted with a minimum 80% average.
Additional expenses to consider may include travel to (or within) Canada.
Setting up your home in Guelph
Graduate Student On-Campus Housing:
Applications for Fall are due by June 3
International graduate students beginning in Fall 2024 are guaranteed a space in campus residence if they submit their application and deposit by June 3. Applications submitted post-June 3 will be placed on a waiting list and accommodated based on availability.
Domestic graduate students may also apply by the specified deadline; their applications will be considered subject to space availability. While not guaranteed, graduate students with partners or families are encouraged to apply for Family Housing. U of G Student Housing Services [3] offers comprehensive information and resources on On-Campus, Off-Campus, and Family Housing options.
Off-Campus Resources:
Searching for Off-Campus Housing Video [4]
University of Guelph Off-Campus Living [4]
U of G Rental Living Resource [5] Webpage
Off-Campus Living Advisor [6]
Guelph Transit [7]
Recommended Listing Websites for Off-Campus Housing:
Places4Students [8]
thecannon.ca [9]
Rent Panda [10]
Average food cost per year in 2022 for an adult 19-30years - $3,714 (Canada Food Price Report, 2022)
Cost of Living While Studying at Guelph
| Expense | Costs by Semester | Costs by Year |
|---|---|---|
| Off campus housing (shared) | $5,600-8,400 | $10,680 - $25,200 |
| Utilites | $830 | $2,490 |
| Food (groceries) | $1,025 | $3,070 |
| Telephone | $207 | $622 |
| Enternainment / Recreation | $700 | $2,100 |
| Personal Care (haircuts, grooming, hygene) | $260 | $780 |
| Cothing | $520 | $1,560 |
| Laundry (typically not part of rent) | $64 | $192 |
| Transportation (Guelph Public Transit buses are included in tuition) | $0 | $0 |
| Parking (if you chose to drive) | $316-$640 | $632-$1,280 |
| Books and Supplies | $0 | $1,300 |
| Total | $9,205 | $22,494 |
Additional One-Time Costs
| Expense | Cost |
|---|---|
| Computer | $2,000 |
| Security Deposit for Housing/Rental Unit (will count as your last month's rent) | $200-$500 |
| Home Décor / Furniture | $500-$1,000 |
| Winter Clothing | $300 |