International tuition and fees
Amounts below are for the 2025-26 academic year.
In addition to your tuition and fees, there are other program costs such as supplies and textbooks. For estimated additional program costs, view program fees.
2025-26 College tuition and fees (per academic year)
| Fees | Cost |
|---|---|
|
Paid at time of application |
$100 |
| Tuition | $12,860 |
|
Part-time tuition A unit is equal to four credits or 60 hours |
$1,229/unit |
|
Tuition deposit is paid to confirm your seat and counts toward your tuition. |
$5,000 |
| International student fee | $1,000 |
| College service fee | $200 |
| Co-operative education (if applicable) | $1,117 |
| Student association fee (varies by campus) | Varies |
|
Fee for students who do not have a valid Nova Scotia health card. Includes Emergency Health Insurance and student health and dental benefit plan. You can add dependents to one or both plans for an additional cost. |
$986 |
|
Fee for students who have a valid Nova Scotia health card and submit proof to the Student Benefits Office. You can add dependents to your NSCC health and dental plan for an additional cost. |
$287 |
|
This fee applies to all full-time and part-time students, unless an opt-out has been completed. Due to limitations in access to primary care providers for international students, you're encouraged to consider remaining on the service. |
$49 |
|
Halifax Transit U-Pass (if attending Akerley, IT, or Ivany Campus - September start) |
$194 |
|
Halifax Transit U-Pass (if attending Akerley, IT, or Ivany Campus - January start) |
$108 |