Student AffairsThe information below provides guidelines for the costs you may incur during your studies at Queen’s University and how to prepare a budget. This may include tuition, fees, basic living expenses, books, and supplies. Individual costs may vary based on your personal circumstances.
If you are trying to determine the cost of attendance for U.S. Student Loans, please visit the U.S. Student Loans section.
Estimated Living and Educational Expenses
- Undergraduate tuition and fees (includes Law and Medicine)
- Graduate tuition and fees (include Smith School of Business)
- Ancillary fees
Below are estimated costs for books and supplies (e.g. lab kit, specialty software) associated with most programs. Costs may vary depending on course enrolment.
The cost of a computer is not included. Depending on your program, you may need to have access to a personal computer. If purchasing a computer, you should budget approximately $500–$1,000.
| Program | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Arts and Science (Including Concurrent Education Programs) | $1,100 |
| Art History | $1,330 |
| Commerce | $1,662-$2,143 |
| Computing | $1,116 |
| Education | $3,761 |
| Engineering & Applied Science | $1,420-$1,700 |
| Faculty of Law | $1,830-$1,872 |
| Film Studies | $1,444-$1,694 |
| Fine Art | $1,650-$2,600 |
| Kinesiology | $1,616-$1,966 |
| Music | $1,244-$2,409 |
| Nursing Science | $1,595-$2,358 |
| School of Medicine | $3,170-$5,821 |
Below are estimated living expenses for a typical single student. Costs may vary depending on a student's personal situation.
| Expense |
In Residence (1 Person, 8 Months) |
Off-Campus (1 Person, 8 Months) |
|---|---|---|
| Residence Costs/Rent and Utilities |
$9,914–$18,167 Refer to 2023-24 Residence Fee Schedule |
$687-$1,374 (Typically a 12-month lease) |
| Food | Included in your residence fees | $2,480 |
| Miscellaneous (Cell Phone, Clothing/Laundry, Recreation, Other Personal Expenses, etc.) | $2,648 | $2,648 |
| Transportation | Variable | Variable |
| UHIP (International Students Only) | $504 | $504 |
| Total | $13,066–$21,319+ | $11,128-$16,624+ |
Sole-Support or Married Parents
- For sole-support or married parents, rent costs will likely be closer to $1,659– $2,197 per month
- For sole-support or married parents, food costs will likely be closer to $762–$1,240 per month, or $6,096- $9,920 for 8 months
Budgeting and Financial Planner
Financial planning is one way to avoid the stress caused by a lack of funds in the middle of the year. It is important to prepare a budget before classes begin, we are here to help!
A budget tells you where your money goes, what it does for you, and keeps you up-to-date on how much money you have left.
It is your responsibility to cover the costs to attend university through savings, parental contributions, government student aid (e.g. OSAP), scholarships, and bursaries. If, after you’ve completed your budget, you realize that you won’t have sufficient resources to cover your costs for the year, please bring your budget with you to campus in September.
Get Started on Your Budget
Student Financial Planner (PDF, 348.3 KB)
- Plan your budget before the start of your academic year. If you find that you will need to apply for financial aid (e.g. government student aid, such as OSAP), you will still have lots of time to do so before classes begin
- Be realistic! If you don’t think you can live by the budget you’ve made, you won’t! Try to figure out a realistic spending allowance and stick with it
- Keep track of your spending habits (at least for one month) and keep an accurate record of your savings and chequing accounts. If you have credit card balances, don’t forget to keep track of your monthly payments
- Review your budget regularly and adjust for changes in your circumstances
- Avoid using your credit card(s) on a regular basis. If you find you’re turning to credit cards regularly then it is time to review your budget and either decrease spending or try to increase your income
Sample Budgets
Guidelines for the approximate costs you may incur, including tuition and fees, education, and basic living expenses. The amount it costs to attend Queen's will depend somewhat on the choices you make.
| Expense |
In Residence on Campus (September to April – 8 Months) |
Off-Campus (September to April – 8 Months) |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $7,423 | $7,423 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,100 |
$1,100 |
| Residence Costs/Rent and Utilities | $10,781–$18,164.40
Refer to 2023-24 Residence Fee Schedule |
$687-$1,374 (Typically a 12-month lease) |
| Food | $720 (Additional meals) | $720-$2,481 |
| Transportation (Bus trip home) | $784 (This amount can vary greatly depending on destination) | $784 (This amount can vary greatly depending on destination) |
| Miscellaneous (Cell Phone, Clothing/Laundry, Recreation, Other Personal Expenses, etc.): | $2,648 | $2,649 |
| Total (Approximate) | $23,455–$30,840 | $13,363-$15,811 |
(September to April – 8 Months)
| Expense | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $56,962 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,100 |
| Residence Costs |
$10,781–$18,165 Refer to 2023-24 Residence Fee Schedule |
| Additional Meals | $720 |
| Transportation (Return flight home) | $2,000 (This amount can vary greatly depending on destination) |
| Miscellaneous | $2,648 |
| UHIP | $504 |
| Total (Approximate) | $74,715–$82,099 |
(September to August – 12 Months)
| Expense | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $8,012-$15,166 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,065-$1,850 |
| Rent and Utilities | $13,284 |
| Food | $3,720 |
| Transportation | $1,440 |
| Miscellaneous | $3,972 |
| UHIP | $756 |
| Total (Approximate) | $32,249–$40,188 |
(September to August – 12 Months)
| Expense | Approximate Cost |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $8,012-$15,166 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,065-$1,850 |
| Rent and Utilities | $23,052 |
| Food | $12,168 |
| Transportation | $5,076 |
| Miscellaneous | $10,056 |
| UHIP | $756 |
| Total (Approximate) | $60,185–$68,124 |