Fees & Financial Aid :: Part-time Studies

Whether you plan to enrol in a part-time program or study on a course-by-course basis, you can find the cost for your part-time course in our online course database. Fee information appears at the top of the course description, as in the following example:

Fees for part-time programs

The cost of a part-time program is the total of the separate course fees.

If you are accepted into a part-time program leading to a degree, tuition is assessed on a course-by-course basis to a maximum of $3,046.78 per term, with the exception of specific courses and master’s programs. If you are completing your degree on a part-time basis, part-time studies fees and refunding information and policies apply.

Fees for full-time studies courses taken on a part-time basis

Even though you’re studying on a part-time basis, you may be able to enrol in a course that is part of a full-time program. The fee is calculated based on a certain dollar amount per credit plus full-time ancillary fees.

To register for one of these courses, you must also pay an application fee: $60 for domestic students; $150 for international students. Contact the program area to apply.

Payment is due upon course registration. Full-time refund policies apply.

Costs covered by part-time studies course fees 2012-2013

Here is what’s included in your part-time studies course fees.

Fees Effective for courses starting January 2012	On Campus (All Campuses) Regular Enrolment & Industry Services	Distance & Online Learning
Student activity*	$3.88 per course	$1.30 per course
Capital Levy*	$0.96 per course effective January 2012	Exempt
Building	$5 per course for courses that are less than 3 credits to a maximum of $20 per term. $10 per course for courses that are 3 or more credits to a maximum of $20 per term.	Exempt
BCIT ID card	$2.50 per term if the course is 30 hours or more. Learn more about the BCIT ID card.	Exempt

You can see the breakdown of the course fees that you have paid through your myBCIT account. Click on Online Self Service then Student Self Service and Account Balance and Summary to display your fees term by term.

Paying for part-time studies courses

Fees for part-time courses must be paid at the time of registration using one of the following methods:

1. Credit card: Visa, MasterCard or American Express (online, in person, or by phone)
2. Cash or debit card (in person only)
3. Cheque or money order
4. Letter of sponsorship authorization for invoicing by BCIT.

Find out more about registering and paying for part-time studies courses.

Confirmation of registration and payment

You can view and print your course/tuition receipt through your myBCIT account. Check your classroom location online on the first day of your course.

If you have any questions or concerns please contact Student Information & Enrloment Services.

Credit card declines or NSF (non-sufficient funds) cheques

You will be notified by letter if your Visa, MasterCard or American Express charge has been declined or your cheque has been returned as ‘NSF.’ Further registration and notification of marks will be delayed until your balance is cleared.

Refunds and withdrawals from part-time studies courses

Refund information, including the deadline, will be provided when you register for a course. Special fees for some courses are non-refundable, and different refund requirements may apply.

Early registration refund policy

Students who drop out or transfer 30 days prior to the course start date will receive a 100 per cent tuition refund.

Although course refund deadlines vary, for most courses, you will receive a full refund, less 15 per cent, if you withdraw after the early registration refund deadline but before the refund deadline.

How to withdraw from a course and get a refund

Submit your completed, signed withdrawal request to Student Information and Enrolment Services before the refund deadline. After the refund deadline, you must complete a  Part-time Course Withdrawal form [PDF]. If you are an international student, find out more about your specific fees and refunds.

Even if you have missed the refund or withdrawal deadline, it is very important to notify BCIT of your intent to withdraw. In many cases, a late withdrawal may be an option. Remember to formally withdraw to ensure your permanent academic record, your GPA and your ability to qualify for future awards and recognition are not affected.

PTS Course type	Deadline	Refund
All PTS courses	30 days prior to the class start date.	100% tuition refund
Course lasting 4 weeks or less	1 week prior to the class start date.	85% tuition refund
Course lasting over 4 weeks	The day of the 2nd class.	85% tuition refund
Distance & Online Learning Term Based Course	Within two weeks of the course start date.	85% tuition refund
Distance & Online Learning Continual Entry Course	Within two weeks of registration.	100% tuition refund

Refund process

Refunds are issued by cheque only to the student (unless a third party was invoiced) and can take up to four weeks from the date of withdrawal. Allow for mail delivery time.

How to follow up a refund request

If you have not received your refund cheque, contact Student Information and Enrolment Services at 604-434-1610 or toll free at 1-866-434-1610 (Canada and US only). Allow for processing—up to four weeks—and mail delivery time.

To transfer from one course to another

Visit us in person or call BCIT at 604-434-1610 or toll-free at 1-866-434-1610 (Canada and US only) to request a transfer from one course to another. The transfer is subject to a $15 fee and must be requested and processed before the refund deadline.

Financial aid

If you need financial assistance when it comes to tuition, contact BCIT’s Student Financial Aid and Awards. We can help guide you to scholarships, bursaries, awards and more.