Student AffairsAn overview of information on tuition and fees for the program that you are interested in, or that you are enrolled in.
Queen’s School of English students – relevant to you.
To find out how to enroll, check out our Registration Guide.
*Please ensure you check your student financial account often, Queen’s will not send reminders or invoices for amounts outstanding. Whether you have a credit or an outstanding balance (e.g. tuition, ancillary fees, residence fees, transcript charges, overdue library fees) your up-to-date account balances are available online through the SOLUS Student Centre.
Students who are not a Canadian citizen, Permanent Resident, or a person registered as Indigenous within the meaning of the Indian Act, are assessed at the international fee rate (see Undergraduate Tuition Fees or Graduate Tuition Fees).
The Ministry of Colleges and Universities outlines a number of exemptions which may be applicable to some International students. Each of these cases must be examined individually by fee assessment staff in the Office of the University Registrar. Please visit our International Tuition Fee Status Change page for information on exemption categories and how to request an exemption.
Health Insurance Coverage
The university accepts no responsibility for uninsured medical expenses incurred by students or their dependents.
In Ontario, there are two different types of health insurance plans: primary and supplementary health insurance. When eligible, all students are encouraged to have coverage in both a primary and a supplementary health plan.
Provides coverage for physician services at clinics and hospitals in Ontario for both emergency and routine needs. In other Canadian locations, the plans provide emergency coverage only. Outside of Canada, the plans offer very limited coverage and should always be combined with a supplementary travel plan.
International Students
International students are required to have, and will automatically be charged for and enrolled in administered at that provides basic medical coverage for most doctor and hospital services in Ontario.
Watch your ľĹĐăÖ±˛Ą email for the message “UHIP - Action Required” or access proof of coverage, add dependents (residing in Ontario), and learn online.
Canadian Students
Canadian students from other provinces must inform their local Ministry of Health that they will be studying in Ontario.
Domestic students who have yet to establish coverage in a provincial/territorial health plan, returning Canadians, or new permanent residents are to apply for If you need coverage during the OHIP waiting period, you can request short-term UHIP by email to uhip@queensu.ca (include your student number).
Provides a level of coverage for prescription medicine/vaccines, dental care, vision care (eye exam, glasses), physiotherapy, travel coverage, etc.
Your student government office provides a second level of insurance coverage for health costs not covered by a primary health plan.
- Undergraduate students – plan provided through the
- Graduate and professional students – plan provided through the
If you are covered by a health and/or dental plan through a parent, spouse, or sponsor, you can opt out of the university plan by providing proof of coverage to the student insurance provider. Learn more on the Ancillary Fees page.
To learn more about UHIP and the supplementary health plan (from your student government office), including contact information, visit
Residence Fees
Questions about residences, residence admission, fees, or room assignments?
Contact Residence Admissions:
- reshouse@queensu.ca or 613-533-2550
- or visit Residence Admissions in Victoria Hall, Room D001
Expenses and Budgets
Estimates for costs you may incur, including tuition and fees, education, and basic living expenses.
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