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Money Matters

What will I need to pay?

You need to pay tuition and fees based on your course enrolments as of Tuesday, September 16 for the Fall Semester. See the Finances section of your online student record for a breakdown of your fee assessment.  

When do I need to pay?

  • Fall Semester fees are due Tuesday, September 16.

What if I pay late?

If you have not paid your Fall Semester fees in full by: 

  • Wednesday, September 17: a 5% late payment fee will be added to the unpaid balance of your account and your registration services will be withheld.
  • Saturday, November 1: an additional 5% late payment fee will be added to the unpaid balance of your account.
  • Friday, December 5 (The last day of the Fall Semester classes): you will be withdrawn from any future course enrolments in the Spring and Summer Semesters. 

How do I pay?

  • Online banking is the preferred method of payment. Your account number is your Vancouver Island University student number. 
  • For other payment options including payments from outside of Canada, use "PayMyTuition" in the finance section of your online student record.
  • Student sponsorship: please ensure your sponsor emails your sponsorship letter to the Accounts Receivable department (acctsrec@viu.ca) before the first day of the semester. 
  • Learn more about payment options