Fees & Financial Aid

At Prairie we do everything we can to make the cost of attendance affordable for the greatest number of students and we do our best to provide opportunities for scholarships and financial aid.

In the 2020/2021 academic year, Prairie distributed over $500,000 in scholarships and bursaries to our students.

CONTINUED College Fee Reduction!

Once again for the 2022/2023 school year, thanks to a generous donor, we were able to cut our student fees by 50%! *For a full-time on-campus student taking 30 credits per year this was a savings of $900. The more credits a student takes, the more they save. This offer applied to new and returning students.

Student Fees

Table updated for 2022-2023 on June 14, 2022.

		Cost per semester
Domestic tuition (Canada & US) (Average program is 15 credits per semester)	$351 per credit	$5,265
International tuition (Average program is 15 credits per semester)	$450 per credit	$6,750
Fees*	$60 per credit NOW ONLY $30 per credit	$900 NOW ONLY $450
Standard Meal Plan	$595 per month	$2,380
Room	$440 per month	$1,761

Some programs have additional fees, which vary.

Refund Dates for Fall 2021
Refund Dates for Winter 2022

Student Finance Handbook

For all the details about fees, financial aid and handling your finances as a student, review the handbook.

Student Finance Policy

For on-campus students:

A minimum of $2,000 must be deposited to your student account before you can begin class each semester. Any remaining balance for that semester’s fees must be paid by the beginning of the second term of each semester.

For Hyflex students:

All students taking Hyflex classes must complete full payment for their courses prior to the beginning of the course in order to participate.

Please note that students will not be permitted to continue in their studies if payments remain outstanding past the due date.

Finance for Aviation Students

The Aviation program has a unique fee schedule. Please visit the program page to view.

Finance for Online Education Students

Online Education programs have their own set of bursaries and fees. For undergrad fees and information please visit the OE Fees & Aid page.
For information on the Master of Leadership in Global Christian Education program fees and aid please visit the MLGCE program page.

Financial Aid

Apply for Prairie College financial assistance, offered through a number of scholarships and disbursements. Note: students must be enrolled in at least 9 credits per semester to receive financial aid.

For a list of our scholarships and bursaries, view our Financial Aid Information Package 23-24

If you have any questions about fees, scholarships or applying for aid, contact us:

Toll Free: 1.800.661.2425
Local Phone: 403.443.3042
Email: finaid@prairie.edu

In Person: 2nd floor Maxwell Centre
9am – 5pm Mon-Fri (excluding holidays).

Scholarships

Student Applied Leadership Training (SALT)

To lower student debt and provide a valuable holistic education, we have created the SALT program.

SALT provides a bursary equivalent to a single dorm room accommodation for eligible second, third, and fourth-year students participating in specific campus positions. (Students are eligible for SALT positions once they have completed 24 credits towards their program).

Eligibility
In order to qualify, students will have to meet the following eligibility requirements:

Must live in dorm or Davidson apartments. Married students may live off campus.
Must be enrolled in at least 9 credits each semester. Students in their final semester may qualify if they have fewer credits to complete for graduation.
Must have a minimum GPA of 2.0 and not be on Academic Probation.
Apply for a position by contacting the supervisor listed beside the positions on this page.
Students pursuing their program via Online Education or Hyflex are not eligible to participate in the SALT program.

Disbursements

Scholarships are awarded in amounts varying from $200 – $2,000

Students who are granted a scholarship from Prairie will have it applied to their student account following registration in January (second semester). Failure to enroll in September disqualifies the student from the entire award.

Student Loans

Student Loans
Applications for provincial and Canada student loans should be submitted to the provincial loan processing centres no later than June 15 in order to have approval before college begins. Loans applied for after this date may not be disbursed until after studies start.

Review specific application procedures for your province by visiting your provincial student aid webpage.

Alberta

Important information for students with Alberta Student Loans:

Student Loans & Grants Funding Guide
Repayment Essentials – It pays to think ahead!

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Bow Valley College on the Alberta Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for an Alberta Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

British Columbia

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Bow Valley College on the British Columbia Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for an British Columbia Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Saskatchewan

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the Saskatchewan Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for an Saskatchewan Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Manitoba

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the Manitoba Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for an Manitoba Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Ontario

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the OSAP Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for an OSAP Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Quebec

Provincial and Canada student loans are not available for residents of Quebec studying at Prairie College

New Brunswick

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the New Brunswick Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for a New Brunswick Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Prince Edward Island

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the PEI Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for a PEI Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Nova Scotia

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the Nova Scotia Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for a Nova Scotia Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Newfoundland & Labrador

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the Newfoundland & Labrador Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for a Newfoundland & Labrador Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Yukon Territories

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the Yukon Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for a Yukon Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Northwest Territories

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the Northwest Territories Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for a Northwest Territories Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

Nunavut

Practical Nursing – Students in the Practical Nursing program must select Prairie Bible Institute on the Nunavut Student Loan application.
Aviation – Students in the Aviation program cannot apply for a Nunavut Student Loan for the Private Pilot License
PCP – There are no provincial or Canada student loans available for the PCP program.

United States

Prairie does not participate in the US Federal Direct Loans Program. Deferment of past US Federal loans is possible though when studying at Prairie College.

Private loans are available through Sallie Mae

Contact Us

For questions about applying for student loans, or help when you are filling out an application, please contact our Student Financial Services Office at 1-800-661-2425 (toll free) or 403-443-3042.

Campus Employment Opportunities

Supplement your resources with a part-time job located conveniently on campus.

A variety of employment opportunities are available on campus to assist in covering the costs associated with your education. Part-time positions are available in the TS Rendall Library, Food Services, and Admissions Office as the need arises. Please apply in person when you arrive on campus.

International Students: If you plan to work while in Canada it is important that you get the appropriate permits from immigration. Please ask immigration officials to include the condition that you may be employed on and off our campus (to ensure there is no problem if you are able to secure such employment). For more information please contact finaid@prairie.edu.

Bursaries

Bible Quizzing

Prairie College is pleased to offer Bible Quizzing Scholarships in the amount of $1,000 to students who have been competing or coaching for at least three years.

The students who receive this scholarship should:

Have at least three years of experience competing in Bible Quizzing,
Have their Coach or Coordinator fill out a reference form below,
Enroll at Prairie College for the upcoming Fall or Winter semester.
Should be a first year (freshman) student.

This scholarship will be available for students in any program of study at Prairie College and will not impede them from receiving other scholarships for which they may qualify.

The Coach or Coordinator of a Bible Quizzing team must submit the application students.

Refer A Quizzer

Camp Matching Bursary*

Our Camp Matching Bursary is available to all students who receive funds sent directly to Prairie from a Christian camp (CRA Registered Charities only) and are to be used for paying the student’s tuition. This will automatically be matched by Prairie with a bursary amount up to $1,000 per school year. No application necessary. Please have the camp administration contact our financial aid office at 403-443-3042 for more information.

Church Matching Bursary*

Our Church Matching Bursary is available to all students who receive funds sent directly to Prairie from a Christian church (CRA Registered Charities only) and are to be used for paying the student’s tuition. This will automatically be matched by Prairie with a bursary amount up to $1,000 per school year. No application necessary. Please have the church administration contact our financial aid office at 403-443-3042 for more information.

Mission Matching Bursary*

Our Mission Matching Bursary is available to all students who receive funds sent directly to Prairie from a Christian missions organization (CRA Registered Charities only) and are to be used for paying the student’s tuition. This will automatically be matched by Prairie with a bursary amount up to $1,000 per school year. No application necessary. Please have the mission organization contact our financial aid office at 403-443-3042 for more information.

Prairie Christian Academy Bursary

Students who graduate from Prairie Christian Academy (formerly Prairie High School) will be awarded a $1,000 bursary in their first year at Prairie College.

Family Discount

Families who have more than one family member enrolled as full-time students (12 or more credit hours) at Prairie College may qualify for the Family Bursary. Under this category, the first two family members receive 10% off their tuition fees. For three or more students enrolled from the same household, students receive 20% off their tuition fees. All other fees are payable in full.

Student Spouse Bursary

If you are married and both you and your spouse are enrolled in courses, you may qualify for the Student Spouse Bursary. If one spouse is enrolled as a full-time student (12 or more credit hours) the other spouse may receive 50% off their tuition fees. If both spouses are enrolled full-time, the spouse enrolled for the lesser number of credit hours would receive the discount. This does not apply to courses being audited.

Please contact the Student Financial Services Office for further details.

* Note: Camps, churches, and mission organizations are expected to follow CRA policies when operating a student financial aid program and to ensure it does not receive directed gifts / private benevolence. Additionally, the church/camp/mission is expected to follow the reporting requirements associated with scholarship/bursary payments (T4A slips). Chapter 4 of the CCCC Charities Handbook provides more information.

Apply for Prairie College financial assistance, offered through a number of scholarships and disbursements.