M O U N T
R O Y A L
U N I V E R S I T Y
2023/24
Budget planning
Use the estimated expenses chart below to get on the right financial track and begin your budgeting plan. For personalized help and financing options, we encourage you to contact Registration and Financial Aid — financialaid@mtroyal.ca | 403.440.3303
ESTIMATED EXPENSES1
LIVING ON CAMPUS
LIVING AT HOME
LIVING OFF CAMPUS
Tuition and Fees 2
$8,100
$8,100
$8,100
Books and supplies 3
$1,500
$1,500
$1,500
Residence/Rent 4
$6,232 – $8,830
$0
$6,000 – $9,000
Food 5
$3,000
$3,000
$3,000
Transportation
Calgary Transit U-Pass included in tuition/fees
Calgary Transit U-Pass included in tuition/fees
Calgary Transit U-Pass included in tuition/fees
Clothing/personal care
$1,100
$1,100
$1,100
Entertainment
$600
$600
$600
Total for Canadian citizens or permanent residents
$20,532 – $23,130
$14,300
$20,300 – $23,300
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Average estimated costs for eight months (one full academic year) based on 2022/23 Additional fees may apply to specific programs. Visit mru.ca/FeeSchedule for a more detailed breakdown. Exact cost of books and supplies is dependent on the courses you take and can vary from program to program Based on type of residence. Application and programming fees not included. MRU dining plans are available. Visit mru.ca/DiningPlans for options and pricing.
Government loans
Student loans, grants and other awards
If you are a resident of Alberta, you can apply for government loans online at studentaid.alberta.ca. If you live outside Alberta, look into applying for student loan assistance from your home province or territory. Benefits include: » automatic assessment for grants » interest-free status while you study » deferral of tuition fee payment Contact Registration and Financial Aid to learn more about government funding for education and for assistance with filling out your student loan application. mru.ca/FinancingYourEducation
Scholarships and bursaries
At Mount Royal, we want you to focus on your studies, not on paying your bills. We also believe in recognizing your hard work and academic achievement.
Entrance awards
In-course awards
If you are entering a degree, diploma or certificate program, you may be eligible for entrance awards.
If you are currently enrolled at Mount Royal, you may be eligible for in-course awards ranging in value up to $6,000 each.
ENTRANCE AWARD
CRITERIA
AMOUNT
President’s Scholarship
Academic achievement, extracurricular activities and leadership
$7,500 ($3,750 Fall Semester; $3,750 Winter Semester)
Entrance Awards for Academic Excellence
Academic achievement
$1,000
Entrance bursaries
Financial need
$1,000
Additional scholarships and bursaries
Criteria vary
$500 – $6,000
How to apply for entrance awards
1
Apply for early admission from Oct. 1, 2022 to Feb. 1, 2023 at mru.ca/Admission.
Other awards You may qualify for awards offered by other organizations. External award opportunities are posted regularly at mru.ca/Awards. You can also check out the following websites: » scholarshipscanada.com » yconic.com » studentaid.alberta.ca/scholarships (Alberta residents only)
2
An MRU email and student ID number is required to apply for awards. Your ID will be sent to you by email.
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Apply for in-course awards online from Nov. 1, 2022 to March 1, 2023 at mru.ca/Awards.
3
Apply for scholarships and bursaries from Nov. 1, 2022 to March 1, 2023 at mru.ca/Awards.
Use our online calculator to create a budget based on your program of choice and personal expenses at mru.ca/BudgetCalculator.
Indigenous students may qualify for third-party funding. Scholarships and bursaries dedicated to Indigenous students are also available at mru.ca/ISF.
Additional sources Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP) If you are the beneficiary of an RESP, you will need proper documentation to confirm your student status and access your funds. Visit mru.ca/COE for more information.
Learn outside the walls of a classroom. For a group of MRU science students, working with a wildlife monitoring program helped them gain valuable experience and put their learning into practice.
Student line of credit If you don’t qualify for government financial assistance, or if you require additional funding, another option to consider is a student line of credit from a bank.
Emergency funds If you experience unexpected, short-term financial concerns while attending Mount Royal, Registration and Financial Aid can help you explore your options and discuss next steps. Depending on your situation, you may qualify for one of the following sources of emergency assistance: » » » »
emergency student loan emergency bursary food bank free legal clinic
Jobs on campus Getting a job on campus is a great way to boost your resumé, gain valuable skills and help finance your education. Visit Career Services online at mru.ca/StudentJobs for: » an online job bank for Mount Royal students and graduates » information about who’s hiring on campus » links to job banks outside of Mount Royal
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