Undergraduate and Graduate Tuition and Fees

Application Fees

Non-refundable & payable at the time of application.

                                                                                                              Cost
Domestic Application Fee for 2023/24                    $55.00
International Application Fee for 2023/24          $250.00
Domestic Application Fee for 2024/25                     $65.00
International Application Fee for 2024/25          $275.00

Tuition Deposit

For most new applicants, the non-refundable tuition deposit is required in order to accept the admission offer and become eligible to register in courses. The tuition deposit can be paid in the NTC application portal via credit card.

Tuition Deposit: $150.00

Note: Some types of applicants are exempt from having to accept their offer and/or pay the tuition deposit. See the list of exemptions:

Exemptions

Open Studies: unclassified or auditor status
Graduate Studies
Visiting Students
Students changing programs within NTC
Third-party-funded students, including:
Seminarians
Students sponsored by a school district

All returning students must pay their non-refundable tuition deposit by 15th June of any given year to become eligible to register in courses. NB. Due to the launch of online registration and online payments for 2023/24, this deadline is exceptionally extended until the 14th August 2023 for returning students. Students who have their tuition and fees paid for by an approved third party such as a school district or diocese are exempt.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are due IN FULL by the fee deadline each semester.      $262/credit ($786 per 3 credit course)

• Seniors (65+) – 50% reduction of tuition amount
  
• Auditors – 50% reduction of tuition amount
  

General Fees

Library Usage Fee, per credit; non-refundable     $5.00/credit

Administration Fee, per semester; non-refundable (Waived for auditors)  $65.00

Student Association Fee, per semester; non-refundable (Waived for auditors)

• Full-time     $50.00
  
• Part-time    $30.00
  

Transcript of Record, per copy     $25.00

Parchment Replacement Fee    $150.00

Additional Program Fees (Auditors ineligible)

800 Level Selected Research Topic Reading Courses; per 3 credit course     $810.00

Standard Reading Course; per 3 credit course     $786.00

Upgrader Reading Course; per 3 credit course     $524.00

THEO 020 Lay Formation Fee, per semester     $528.00

• M.DIV.
  

MDIV 900 Integrative Seminar and Comprehensive Exam (Fall - Intersession registration)     $786.00

MDIV901 Synthesis Paper (Intersession only)     $786.00

• M.T.S.
  

MTS 805 Bibliographical Study & Thesis Proposal     $810.00

MTS 900 Thesis Fee     $885.00

• M.Th.
  

MTH 805 Bibliographical Study & Thesis Proposal     $810.00

MTH 902 Thesis Fee     $885.00

MTH 903 Defense Fee     $885.00

• M.R.E.
  

M.R.E. Supervised Field Education REL 400 per section (a, b, c, d)     $246.00

Maintaining Student Status Fees

LEAVE OF ABSENCE - Consent & form required.     N/A

MTH 900 MTH Continuing Registration/semester (fall and winter only)    $105.00

Assessed to M.Th. students who have completed all course requirements and paid their thesis fees, but who have yet to “pass” their thesis in any semester. Failure to maintain registration status in this way results in a lapse of registration and requires the student to apply for readmission.

MTS 904 MTS Continuing Registration/semester (Fall and Winter only)     $105.00

Assessed to M.T.S. students who have completed all course requirements and paid their thesis fees, but who have yet to “pass” their thesis in any semester. Failure to maintain registration status in this way results in a lapse of registration and requires the student to apply for readmission.

MRE 900 MRE Continuing Registration/semester (Fall and Winter only)     N/A

M.R.E. students who have completed all course requirements but who have yet to enrol for their Field Education in any semester. The Field Education Director must approve of any delay in enrolling and students must register for this course for any term they will not be registering in a section of REL 400. Failure to maintain registration status in this way results in a lapse of registration and requires the student to apply for readmission.

Readmission Fee     $525.00

For students who have withdrawn from the Dip.Th., B.Th., B.A. (CATH), M.T.S., M.Div., M.Th., or M.R.E. program or have let their registration lapse.

Convocation Fees

C.Th., G.C.C.S.A. (certificate only, no ceremony)     $50.00

Dip.Th., B.Th., B.A. (CATH), M.T.S., M.Div., M.R.E.     $190.00

M.Th. (includes M.Th. hood purchase)     $225.00

Payments for your courses can all be taken online in the Student Services portal by credit card. Select “What is the status of my account?” and go to the pay page. Students can pay their tuition deposit here or add money on account. If you need to use an alternative method of payment such as a cheque then please send that directly to our business office at:
   Newman Theological College
   Finance Office
   8421 101 Avenue NW
   Edmonton, Alberta T6A 0L1

If you need to make a payment by debit card then please visit our Reception Desk in Student Services on campus and ask to put a payment on your account.

Confirmation of Registration

• 15th August 2023- 6th September 2023 for Fall.
• 10th December 2023- 8th January 2024 for Winter.

Once registration is confirmed then all fees are due in full and non-refundable fees are final.

$25.00 is charged on all NSF cheques.

Tuition refunds: all refunds will be credited to the student account unless a Request for Refund Form is submitted.

Outstanding Accounts

Outstanding fees in the library, bookstore or registration office will result in the student’s grades being withheld until the account has been paid in full.

As per the Academic Schedule.

International students must pay the Application Fee when they apply. International students who are not third-party funded (such as by a diocese etc.) must make a formal payment plan so that 50% of the tuition and fees are paid no later than the withdrawal date each semester.  Students having outstanding fees will have their grades withheld until fees are paid in full.

Outstanding fees in the library, bookstore or registration office will result in the student’s grades being withheld until the account has been paid in full.

Newman Theological College Bursaries

Newman Theological College offers bursaries and scholarships to full-time, part-time, new and continuing students enrolled in NTC programs and courses.  

NTC bursaries and scholarships are awarded for tuition only on the basis of the following criteria: financial need, involvement in the NTC community (current students) and involvement in the Christian community (new and continuing students), qualities of leadership, and academic performance. Bursary and scholarship Application Forms are available in April of the current academic year on the Forms and Documents page or from the Student Services area on the NTC campus. Applications must be submitted by June 1st for the upcoming academic year to the Dean of Students. In June the Financial Assistance Committee reviews all completed applications and determines the amount of funds to be distributed. Late applicants are to contact the Dean of Students for more information about bursaries or scholarships that may still be available after the initial distribution in June.

NTC reserves the right to publish the names of all award recipients.

Bursaries for 2023-2024

Newman Theological College offers bursaries to new and continuing students enrolled in degree programs. Newman Theological College bursaries are awarded (for tuition only) on the basis of the following four criteria:

• Financial need
• Involvement in NTC community (current students)
• Involvement in the Christian community
• Qualities of leadership
• Academic performance

To apply for a bursary:

Bursary Application forms can be found by clicking the link found below or from the Student Services area at Newman Theological College. Students wishing to apply for any of the bursaries should print, complete, and mail or email the bursary application form and their bursary application letter to the Dean of Students.

For more information contact the Dean of Students at:

Newman Theological College
10012 84 Street
Edmonton, AB T6A 0B2
Telephone 780-392-2450 ext. 2717
Fax 780-462-4013
Email: lorraine.spenrath@newman.edu

Deadline: June 1, 2023

Late applicants will be considered for any bursaries that were not distributed as part of the initial distribution in August.

Application Form and Bursary Information

Student Aid Resources

No student should be deterred from attending NTC for lack of financial resources. The federal and provincial governments offer lending programs and students are encouraged to access these funds. Most NTC programs are recognized and registered with Alberta Student Loans and Canada Student Loans. When an applicant for NTC has been accepted for enrollment, an application for financial assistance may be submitted to the appropriate authorities in the province of residence. Loan application packages for Alberta students are available from the Registrar’s Office. Please speak with the Registrar for assistance or enquiries regarding Student Loan applications.

Alberta Student Financial Assistance

Student Funding Contact Centre 
Edmonton: 780-427-3722 Toll Free: 1-800-222-6485

Students can find applications and forms, information sheets, etc. here:

• Student Aid Alberta - Applications and Forms - http://studentaid.alberta.ca/resources/applications-and-forms/
• Student Aid Alberta - Resources for Students - http://studentaid.alberta.ca/resources/resources-for-students/
• Student Aid Alberta - Scholarships - http://studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships/
• Student Aid Alberta - Resources for Schools - http://studentaid.alberta.ca/resources/resources-for-schools/

Alberta Student Aid is pleased to announce that the updated MyLoan website is live for students:

• myloan.studentaid.alberta.ca

MyLoan.studentaid.alberta.ca is the website students can use to manage the repayment of an Alberta student loan. This update provides student borrowers with secure online communication and more self-service features.

Communications to students related to loan repayment will be through your secure MyLoan inbox. You will receive email notifications prompting you to Login to your MyLoan Account for more detailed information.

The Alberta Student Aid system is now available for schools. Students can now access the following applications:
• Full-time Application
• Alexander Rutherford High School Achievement Scholarship

Access What’s New at https://studentaid.alberta.ca/

Canada Student Loans and Grant Program

For information visit the National Canada Student Loans Service Centre website.
Canada Student Loans & Grants

International Student Financial Aid

For international student financial aid information, visit the following website: http://www.cbie.ca

The Canadian Bureau of International Education (CBIE) contains education information and planning tools for people living outside Canada who would like to pursue academic interests at Canadian institutions. For information visit the following website: http://www.cbie.ca

External Bursaries

Information and Application Forms for a number of external bursaries not administered by NTC are available from the Dean of Students. Bursaries are also provided by parishes and many Religious Orders.

The Fund for Theological Education (FTE) offers support for graduate and seminary students studying theology in North America. For information visit their website: http://fteleaders.org/grants-fellowships

Information on external scholarships, student awards, bursaries and grants is available at these sites:
http://www.studentawards.com and
http://www.scholarshipscanada.com

2023/2024 Cost of Education

Certificate of Theology

*Full-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

Diploma of Theology

*Full-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

Bachelor of Theology

*Full-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

Bachelor of Arts in Catholic Studies

*Full-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

Master of Theological Studies

*Full-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

Master of Divinity

*Full-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

Master of Theology

*Full-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

MASTER OF religious education

*Full-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

Graduate Certificate in catholic school Administration

*Part-time student fees include Administration fee, Library fee and Students' Association fee.

Living Expenses

Rent and Utilities (based on single occupancy): $900.00 - $1200.00 per month

Food: $600.00 per month

Miscellaneous: (toiletries, laundry, entertainment) $300.00 per month. Warm clothing is essential in the winter. Coats, sweaters, hats, mitts, and boots could cost you approximately $650.00.

Monthly Bus Pass: $85.00 per month

Newman Theological College does not have a residence for lay students.

Alberta Health Care

An application for Alberta Health Care coverage can be obtained from Alberta Health & Wellness, P.O. Box 1360 Stn. Main, Edmonton, AB T5J 2N3. Tel: (780) 427-1432.

For service in person: 10025 Jasper Avenue N.W.

Website: https://www.health.gov.ab.ca.

Low income students may qualify for subsidies based on income.

International Students

Citizenship and Immigration Canada requires that applicants show proof of sufficient funds to live and study in Canada. Local Citizenship and Immigration Canada office can provide more detailed information.

C.I.C. website: https://www.cic.gc.ca/english/study/index.asp