Whether you plan to declare for a Flexible Learning program or study self-paced, you can find the cost for your course by searching in our online course catalogue.
Fees for Flexible Learning
The cost of a Flexible Learning program is the total of individual course fees.
Course fees appear with information for each course offering, as in the following example:
In some cases, you may see a slightly higher tuition fee at the Burnaby Campus than the other campuses (Downtown, BMC, ATC) for multiple course offerings. This is reflective of a Student Association Student Centre Building fee, passed through a 2017 BCIT Student Association referendum.
Differential tuition rate apply for international students. Please review international fees for Flexible Learning.
Tuition increases
Each year BC post-secondary institutions may raise tuition by 2 per cent. Please see the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills’ Tuition Limit Policy for more information.
Costs covered by Flexible Learning course fees, 2024-2025
Here’s what is included in your Flexible Learning course fees. These are estimates for the 2024-2025 year, pending BCIT Board approval.
Regular enrolment
| Fees | On Campus (All Campuses) Regular Enrolment & Industry Services |
Distance & Online Learning |
|---|---|---|
| Student Association Activity | $21.37 per course | $10.70 per course |
| Student Association Capital Levy | $2.28 per course | Exempt |
| Student Association Student Centre | $14.29 per course (Burnaby campus only) |
Exempt |
| Building | $6.14 per course for courses that are less than 3 credits to a maximum of $24.60 per term. $12.30 per course for courses that are 3 or more credits to a maximum of $24.60 per term. |
Exempt |
| Student Technology | $12.24 per course to a maximum of $24.48 per term | Same as all campuses |
| BCIT ID card | $2.50 per term if the course is 30 hours or more. Learn more about the BCIT ID card. |
Exempt |
Microcredentials
| Fees | Microcredentials On Campus (All Campuses) | Microcredentials Distance & Online Learning |
|---|---|---|
| Student Association Activity | $6.24 per credit | $3.14 per credit |
| Student Association Capital Levy | $0.67 per credit | Exempt |
| Student Association Student Centre | $4.18 per credit (Burnaby campus only) |
Exempt |
| Building | $1.79 per credit to a maximum of $24.60 per term. | Exempt |
| Student Technology | $2.55 per credit to a maximum of $24.48 per term | Same as all campuses |
| BCIT ID card | $2.50 per term if the course is 30 hours or more. | Exempt |
You can see the breakdown of the course fees that you have paid through your myBCIT account. Click on Online Self Service then Student Self Service and Account Balance and Summary to display your fees term by term.
Additional fees not included in tuition
Paying for Flexible Learning courses
Fees for part-time courses must be paid at the time of registration using one of the following methods:
- Debit card (in person only)
- Cheque* or money order payable to BCIT – please include your BCIT ID (student number)
- Online banking (bill payment) through your financial institution using BCIT – Tuition as the payee
- Letter of sponsorship authorization for invoicing by BCIT
*If your cheque has been returned as ‘NSF’ (Non-Sufficient Funds), your registration will be cancelled.
Note: If payment is not received within the posted timeline, your registration may be dropped and you will lose your seat in the course.
Beginning Fall 2024
Fees for Flexible Learning courses must be paid within ten business days, or students may be dropped. Students registering in Flexible Learning courses within 3 weeks of the regular start of term (September, January, and April) must pay their fees at the time of registration.
If paying by online banking, please use your BCIT ID (student number) as your account number. Please allow up to 48 hours for online bill payments to be posted to your account.
Learn more about registering and paying for Flexible Learning courses.
Confirmation of registration and payment
You can view and print your course/tuition receipt through your myBCIT account. Check your classroom location online on the first day of your course.
If you have any questions or concerns please contact Student Information & Enrolment Services.
Full-time studies courses taken on a part-time basis
Even though you’re studying on a part-time basis, you may be able to enrol in a course that is part of a full-time program. The tuition for the course is calculated by the number of credits multiplied by the amount per credit. Additional BCIT ancillary fees and BCITSA fees will apply.