Tuition and Fees

  • All students are required to pay tuition and fees prior to the start of each term of study.  
  • All fees are quoted in Canadian Dollars (CAD) and are collected per term by ASM.  
  • Students are responsible for paying their tuition and fees each term throughout the duration of their academic program at ASM.  

Updated Tuition and Fees: The following amounts apply only to students who commence their ASM program for the July (T3) 2026 term or the October (T4) 2026 term:

ItemAmount (CAD)Description
Per Course Tuition & Fees - Domestic Student$917Tuition & Fees* Per Course (3 credits)
Per Course Tuition & Fees – International Student$1,968Tuition & Fees* Per Course (3 credits)

Note: New students who are not covered by the BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) will be enrolled in the GuardMe Medical Insurance Plan for three months while awaiting MSP coverage. The cost of medical insurance ($220.75) is charged separately and is not included in the tuition and fees listed above.

*FeesPer courseFor 3 courses
Student ID (Including Tax)$7.49$22.47
Course Material fee (Including Tax)$13.44$40.32
Library fee$19.33$58.00
Registration fee$19.00$57.00
Student Activities fee$15.00$45.00
Technology fee$7.33$22.00
Total fees$81.60$244.79
ItemAmount (CAD)Description
Full Program Tuition & Fees – BBA (40 courses) – Domestic Student$36,680Tuition & Fees for Full Program (40 courses)
Full Program Tuition & Fees – BHM (39 courses) – Domestic Student$35,763Tuition & Fees for Full Program (39 courses)
ItemAmount (CAD)Description
Full Program Tuition & Fees – BBA (40 courses) – International Student$78,720Tuition & Fees for Full Program (40 courses)
Full Program Tuition & Fees – BHM (39 courses) – International Student$76,752Tuition & Fees for Full Program (39 courses)

Additional Fees

Students may incur additional costs over the course of their program at ASM for extra services. For example, for the issuance of a replacement Student ID card or printed letters or transcripts.  

Books and Materials

Students should expect to spend approximately $165 CAD per course on textbooks and materials over the course of their program at Acsenda.

Tuition and Fees for students who commenced their ASM program for the April (T2) 2026 term or before:

ItemFeesDescription
Application$160Application for Admission (one-time, non-refundable)
Application for Re-admission$57To apply for re-admission after withdrawal, drop-out, suspension
Course Tuition - Domestic Student$795Tuition Per Course (3 credits), (non-taxable)
Course Tuition - International Student$1846Tuition Per Course (3 credits), (non-taxable)
BHMT 440A Tuition$397.50 - Domestic Students $923.00 - International StudentsTuition for Internship—Hospitality Management (6 credit), (non-taxable). Must complete BHMT440A & BHMT440B for full Credit
BHMT 440B Tuition$397.50 - Domestic Students $923.00 - International StudentsTuition for Internship—Hospitality Management (6 credit), (non-taxable). Must complete BHMT440A & BHMT440B for full Credit
BHMT 441A Tuition$397.50 - Domestic Students $923.00 - International StudentsTuition for Research Project—Hospitality Management (6 credit), (non-taxable). Must complete BHMT440A & BHMT440B for full Credit
BHMT 441B Tuition$397.50 - Domestic Students $923.00 - International StudentsTuition for Research Project—Hospitality Management (6 credit), (non-taxable). Must complete BHMT440A & BHMT440B for full Credit
BHMT 490 Tuition$795 - Domestic Students $1,846 International StudentsTuition for Hospitality Management Capstone Course, (6 credit), (non-taxable)
Course Tuition - English for Academic Purposes (EAPP090)$4865Tuition for bridging English course (domestic and international)
Course Tuition - Academic Writing – Remedial (ENGL090)$441Tuition for ENGL090 (0 credits)
Registration (Enrolment) Fee$57Per term
Late Registration Fee$57To register for the term after the deadline
Late Payment Fee$168Late fee after the payment deadline (2 weeks prior to the start of term)
Payment Plan Application Fee$50Prior to Payment Deadline
Payment Plan Late Application$82After Payment Plan Deadline
Payment Plan Late Installment Fee$19Payment made after payment due date
Library Fee$58Library Resource (per term)
Technology Fee$22Technology Fee (per term)
Course Material fee$12Copy/Course Material Fees (per course) - Subject to Tax
Student Activities$45Events for Student (per term)
Student ID card$21Student ID Card (for new students and replacement) - Subject to Tax
Textbook (estimate)$165Approximate average cost of textbooks per course
English Placement Exam$57Re-Test is only allowed after 4 weeks
TAX (Federal GST)5%GST (5%) charged on School Fees (tuition excluded), GST (5%) charged on textbooks
TAX (Provincial PST)7%
PLARVaries Subject to AssessmentPrior Learning Assessment and Recognition
Challenge Exams$57Arranged by the Registrar’s Office
Exam Change Fee$155Change of exam date
Letter/Transcript - Urgent$32Document request - 24hr processing time (subject to approval based on staff availability)
Letter/Transcript - Regular processing (each)$11$1.00 for each additional copy (student receives 3 free transcripts upon graduation) - 5 business days processing time
Administrative Fee$307In cases of withdrawal/cancellation of application due to visa/study permit refusal
NSF Fee$37NSF ASM Fee
NSF Cheque returned$21NSF Cheque returned
FITT Fee (one-time, non-refundable)$446.25Students in International Business Management will be subject to pay this fee - Subject to Tax
Medical Insurance$220.75First 3 months - International Students
Enhanced Medical Benefits$75.00Per term (mandatory for all students starting October 2025)
Graduation Fee$253Charged upon approval of Application to Graduate Form (non-refundable)
Reissuing of Degree Parchment$57Per parchment

All fees are subject to annual review of the Governing Council. For further information, please refer to Policy 3001: Tuition Fees.  

Student Loans

Students who are Canadian citizens or permanent residents, who are paying tuition fees, and who have registered in a minimum 60% course load and can demonstrate financial need, may qualify for aid through student loan programs. Students must apply for loans through the province in which they have established residency.

Basic Eligibility Requirements to apply for BC Student Aid:

  • Have a valid Canadian social insurance number
  • Be enrolled in an eligible program of study at an eligible post-secondary institution

For additional information and to apply online please see www.aved.gov.bc.ca/studentaidbc/apply/welcome.html

Student ID Card

Students who register with ASM are issued a student ID card, which is valid for three years. Students will be asked to present their ID card during their registration period, at any meetings with the Director of their program, or during final examinations.

There is a replacement fee (for loss or damage) of $21 for the ID card. 

Medical Insurance

All students in BC on a study permit are required to be enrolled in the BC Medical Services Plan (BCMSP) and provide proof of active medical insurance to Acsenda School of Management. New International students will automatically be enrolled into a medical coverage plan for 90 days on the first day of their first term unless they can provide proof of existing BCMSP coverage. The cost of the insurance plan will be added to the students’ first invoice.

NEW: GuardMe PLUS – Extended Health Benefits

Starting in Term 4, 2025, GuardMe PLUS will be a mandatory program for all new students beginning their studies at ASM from T4-2025 onward. Returning students who enrolled prior to T4-2025 will have the option to opt in to the program. 

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