Janice Lozano
There are several ways to pay tuition and student fees at UBC, including online banking, credit card, signature debit card, and cheque. Students can also pay using an International Funds Transfer (IFT) from a foreign bank account with non-Canadian currency. Undergraduate student fees are typically assessed on a per-credit basis, while graduate student fees are generally assessed as an annual program fee. Students can view their fees and payment deadlines through Workday, and payments can be made through TouchNet. It's important to note that UBC reserves the right to change fees without notice, and students are responsible for making payments by the due dates to avoid late fees.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Payment methods | Online banking, credit card, signature debit card, US dollar cheque, International Funds Transfer (IFT) |
| Payment deadlines | 30 days from the due date |
| Payment fees | 2.65% of the full payment or a minimum flat fee of $3.00 for Visa or Mastercard; 1.65% of the full payment or a minimum flat fee of $3.00 for Visa Debit or Mastercard Debit |
| Payment processing time | 2 to 3 business days for online banking; 3 to 10 days for TransferMate; 10 to 14 business days for US dollar cheques |
| Payment policies | Fees must be paid in full and prior to the deadline; deposits are credited towards assessed tuition fees; UBC reserves the right to change fees without notice |
| Tuition fees | Assessed on a per-credit basis for undergraduate students and as an annual program fee for graduate students |
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What You'll Learn
Paying with online banking
To pay your UBC student fees with online banking, you must first have a bank account at a Canadian financial institution. Then, you can set up online banking to pay your UBC fees like any other bill.
Add "UBC Tuition" as a bill payee and use your student number as the bill's account number. Payments take 2 to 3 business days to process and appear on Workday. UBC does not automatically withdraw funds from your bank account through Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) to pay the balance you owe. Once your account is set up, you must initiate every PAD transaction to make a payment. Payments are posted immediately on your student account but can take several days to be processed in your bank account.
If you are an international student, you can pay your UBC tuition and fees from a foreign bank account with non-Canadian currency using International Funds Transfer (IFT). You can follow the step-by-step Workday tutorial for paying your tuition and student fees using TransferMate Payment. Completed payments made through TransferMate may take 3 to 10 days to appear in Workday.
Please note that tuition fees and residence fees are paid to different departments at UBC. You can pay your acceptance deposit via credit card only. You can pay through the SHCS Online Service Centre with a Visa or Mastercard.
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Paying with a credit or debit card
You can pay your UBC tuition and student fees using an accepted credit card or signature debit card. This payment method is subject to a non-refundable convenience fee. If you pay with Visa or Mastercard, the fee will be 2.65% of the full payment or a minimum flat fee of $3.00, whichever is greater. If you pay with Visa Debit or Mastercard Debit, the fee will be 1.65% of the full payment or a minimum flat fee of $3.00, whichever is greater.
Follow the online Workday tutorial to pay by credit card or signature debit card. You can also pay your tuition and student fees in person at Enrolment Services in UNC 214 with a US dollar cheque. Payments received by cheque at Enrolment Services will take up to 10 to 14 business days to process. Make sure your cheque is correctly filled out, and that your student number is written on the front of the cheque on the memo line. No post-dated cheques will be accepted.
Fill out a Tuition Fee Payment Form and attach it to your cheque. Bring your cheque and payment slip to Enrolment Services in UNC 214. Payment using US dollar cheques will use the UBC currency exchange rate of the day it is processed and not necessarily the day it is received by UBC. To lock in an exchange rate, consider paying via International Funds Transfer with TransferMate or pay by cheque at any RBC branch in Canada.
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Paying with TransferMate
TransferMate is a third-party service that allows international students without a Canadian bank account to pay their UBC tuition fees in their local currency. This can be done via bank transfer or credit card.
To pay with TransferMate, first log into your Workday account at myworkday.ubc.ca. On the right side of the page, in the "Your Top Apps" menu, click the "Finances" app. On the left side of the page, under "Account Activity", your "Due Now" balance will be listed. This balance includes charges that are past due or due within the next 30 days. You can make payments toward your "Due Now" balance, but not charges due in the future. In the “Tuition and Fees” menu on the right, click the “Make a Payment: TouchNet Payment Centre” link. You will be redirected to the TouchNet homepage, which is separate from Workday.
Next, check the "By clicking this box, I agree to the TransferMate Student Term of Use" box to agree to the TransferMate Terms and Conditions. You must check this box to complete your payment. Click the blue "Continue to Confirmation" button. On the next page, review your payment details. If your details are correct, click the dark blue "Initiate Payment" button to proceed with your payment. If your details are incorrect, click the blue "Back" button to edit your details.
The instructions for completing your payment will appear in a pop-up window. Read the instructions carefully and print or screen capture them for reference. You will also receive an email with instructions on how to complete your payment. To finalize your payment, follow the instructions on the pop-up window or refer to the email.
After completing your payment to TransferMate, keep any receipts as proof of payment. Once your payment has been received, it will be updated in your "Account Activity" on the Finances page within Workday. Note that completed payments made through TransferMate may take 3 to 10 days to appear in Workday.
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Paying with a cheque
To pay by cheque, you will need to make sure that your cheque is correctly filled out, with your student number written on the front of the cheque on the memo line. No post-dated cheques will be accepted. You will also need to fill out a Tuition Fee Payment Form and attach it to your cheque. Then, you can bring your cheque and payment slip to Enrolment Services in UNC 214. Payments made by cheque will take up to 10 to 14 business days to process.
If you are paying with a cheque, the payment will be processed using the UBC currency exchange rate of the day it is processed, not necessarily the day it is received. To lock in an exchange rate, you may want to consider paying via International Funds Transfer with TransferMate or by cheque at any RBC branch in Canada.
Please note that Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD) payments are not automatically withdrawn from your bank account to pay your fees. You must initiate every PAD transaction to make a payment. PAD payments may be returned by your financial institution due to insufficient funds, incorrect account details, lack of chequing privileges, or if the account has been closed. If your payment is returned, the funds will be reversed out of your student account, and your account may be placed on financial hold. You will also be charged a $35 insufficient funds penalty and may be charged additional interest.
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Paying student housing fees
Payment Methods:
- Online Banking: Set up online banking to pay your UBC student housing fees like you would for any other bill. You will need a bank account at a Canadian financial institution. Add "UBC Tuition" as a bill payee and use your student number as the account number. Payments typically take 2 to 3 business days to process and appear in the UBC Workday system.
- Pre-Authorized Debit (PAD): This is recommended as the quickest and easiest way to pay your UBC student housing fees. You can use pre-authorized debit from your chequing or savings account at a Canadian financial institution. However, you will need to manually submit each payment and set up your banking information in TouchNet each time. PAD payments are posted immediately to your student account, but they can take several days to fully process and for the funds to be issued to UBC.
- Credit Card: You can use your credit card to make fee-free payments online or in person. However, a non-refundable convenience fee of around 2.5% to 2.65% may be applied, depending on the card type. This fee is paid directly to the payment processor and not to UBC.
- International Funds Transfer (IFT): If you have a bank account with international currency, you can pay your UBC student housing fees via IFT from a non-Canadian financial institution. This option is particularly useful for international students, allowing them to pay in their home currency and secure competitive exchange rates.
Important Considerations:
- Payment Deadlines: When you receive an offer for UBC student housing, pay attention to the deadlines for deposits or instalment payments. Failure to make the initial payment by the indicated deadline may result in forfeiting your residence offer.
- Late Payment Fees: UBC may charge a fee for late payments. Refer to your residence contract for specific details regarding late payment penalties.
- Meal Plan Fees: Remember that student housing fees and meal plan fees are typically paid separately and to different departments at UBC. Ensure you are directing your payments to the correct department.
- Contact Information: When using online payment platforms like TouchNet, ensure that your contact information, including your billing address and phone number, matches the information associated with your bank account.
For the most up-to-date and specific information regarding payment methods, deadlines, and fees, be sure to refer to the UBC website or contact the relevant UBC student housing and financial services departments.
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Frequently asked questions
You can pay your UBC tuition and student fees using an accepted credit card or signature debit card. You can also set up online banking to pay your UBC tuition and fees, but you will need a bank account at a Canadian financial institution. Alternatively, you can pay your UBC tuition and fees from a foreign bank account with non-Canadian currency using International Funds Transfer (IFT).
The earliest you can pay your tuition and fees through TouchNet is 30 days from the due date. Payments made through TransferMate may take 3 to 10 days to appear on Workday. The due date for any increase in a balance resulting from late assessment or late registration during a term will be the 7th of the next month.
In addition to student society fees, there are also Program, Course, and Faculty Fees, as well as Application and Administrative Fees. First-year students can use the UBC Cost Calculator tool to estimate these costs.
You can pay your residence and meal plan fees directly to Student Housing, not to your tuition account. You can use online banking, but make sure not to make these payments to the UBC Tuition account. You can also pay using International Funds Transfer (IFT) from a non-Canadian financial institution.
