What is the ancillary fee?
The ancillary fee provides support for activities, athletics, library and technical services, student software, and student spaces. It's set at 10% of tuition, and is charged per credit.
What is the ELW fee?
The Experiential Learning & Wellness fee provides support for students in the form of experiential and co-curricular learning opportunities, expansion of the Co-Curricular Record, health & well-being, and peer mentoring. It is set at 2% of the tuition.
What are student union & society fees?
51 collects fees on behalf of the Student Union Society, the Cascade Journalism Society, and 51 Campus and Community Radio every semester. Learn more about student union & society fees.
Please refer to Program Fees for an overview of program expenses. Financial planning prior to entering the program is essential. Financial resources must be in place so that a lack of funds does not become a stressor that will interfere with your program studies and inhibit progression through the program. The 51 Financial Aid Services provides information and assistance for students requiring financial aid. Various funding programs are available for students needing financial help.
The following fees are approximate and may vary with each individual student:
|
Estimated Tuition |
$9,561.53 |
|
Nametag (ordered through 51) |
$20.00 |
|
Uniforms, Surgical Caps, Duty Shoes, Lab Coat & Safety Glasses |
$500.00 |
|
Coursepacks/Printing |
$175.00 |
|
CPR - Level C Course |
$75.00 |
|
Field Trips (Conventions, etc.) |
$100.00 |
|
School Supplies |
$200.00 |
|
Textbooks |
$626.08 |
|
Request to Graduate fee & Regalia Rental Fee |
$75.00 |
|
Parking (estimated) |
$540.00 |
|
Total estimated cost of CDA program (Approx.) |
$11,913.13 |
Please Note:
Upon graduation from the Certified Dental Assistant Program, it is the student's responsibility to apply and license with the British Columbia College of Oral Health Professionals.
Please note: Fees below are based on 2025/2026 fees and are subject to change in 2026/2027.
|
BCCOHP License |
$566.00 |
|
National Dental Assisting Examining Board (NDAEB) Exam |
$730.00 |
|
Total estimated cost (Approx.) |
$13,209.13 |