Finances
Currency & Exchange Rate
Unless otherwise stated, all costs on this website are given in Canadian dollars. Regent College accepts payment in either Canadian or American currency. Our current exchange rate is $1.3802 CAD to $1 USD (September 2025).
Charges will automatically convert to US dollars if payment is made with a US credit card. Regent College accepts cheques drawn on US bank accounts for payments of tuition and tuition-related fees. Please see Paying Tuition & Fees for a full list of accepted payment methods.
Additional information on fund transfers and currency exchange is available on our Banking page.
In This Section
The following subpages in the Finance section provide information about the costs of studying at Regent, the logistics of your student account, and information about managing personal finances for students beginning their studies in Canada.
Paying Tuition & Fees
Information about when and how to pay for courses, recurring student fees, and other charges related to your Regent education.
Tuition Rates
This page outlines the cost of Regent courses and programs.
Student Fees
Student Fees support activities within the Regent community. They also provide benefits accessible through our affiliation with UBC, including library and facilities access, subsidized public transportation, and extended health and dental coverage.
Occasional Fees
This page describes various service fees you may encounter during your time as a Regent student.
Your Student Account
Accessed via REGIS, your student account lets you keep track of all your financial interactions with Regent.
Banking
Learn about local banks and bank accounts, moving money internationally, and setting up a US dollar account.
Budget Planning
We've compiled sample budgets based on information from students and other trustworthy sources. While everyone's expenses will be different and the cost of living changes all the time, this information may help you plan ahead.
Taxes
Most Regent students should file tax returns in Canada. Find information about what to expect, what benefits you might be eligible for, and what tax documents you'll receive from Regent.
Financial Aid
Note: The pages linked below are located in the Admissions section of our website, and most are written with prospective or incoming students in mind. However, qualified returning students are welcome to apply for financial aid each year. You may be eligible for new awards, especially if your financial circumstances have changed recently.
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Regent offers financial assistance to program students on the bases of both financial need and merit. Our simple process lets you fill out a single Financial Aid Application to be considered for all available scholarships and bursaries, as well as general need-based aid.
Apply for Financial Aid
Regent’s financial aid awards are granted on a first come, first served basis. Students enrolled in a program can apply for financial aid through their REGIS account starting in mid-January each year,
Student Loans & Other Funding
Many Regent students use a combination of funding sources to finance their education. Canadian and American students may be eligible for government student loans. Other sources of funding include employment, external scholarships, and personal donor support.
Tuition Benefits & Discounts
Regent is pleased to offer a number of tuition benefits for church groups, alumni, student spouses, and seniors. We also offer 50% off tuition for employees of certain parachurch organizations.
