If you’re planning to study in Canada, one small cost that often makes students hesitate is the application fee. On average, universities and colleges in Canada charge around CAD 100 – CAD 150 per application.
But here’s the good news 👉 not all applications require payment.
📊 Fact: How Many Canadian Institutions Offer Free Application Fees?
In general:
- 🔸 Around 80–90% of institutions in Canada still require an application fee
- 🔸 Only about 10–20% offer fee waivers (free applications) — usually through:
- Seasonal promotions
- Partnerships with agencies
- Special events
👉 This means: these opportunities are limited and should be used quickly
🚀 Active Application Fee Waivers (Latest Update)
Here are some institutions currently offering FREE application fees 👇
🏫 St. Clair College
- ✅ Intake: Fall 2026
- ✅ Usage: 2 times per student
- 📅 Starts: May 1
🏫 Sheridan College
- ✅ Intake: September 2026 & January 2027
- ✅ Usage: 2 times
- ⚠️ Only for: Navigator-referred applications
🏫 George Brown Polytechnic
- ✅ Intake: September 2026 & January 2027
- ✅ Usage: 2 times
- ⚠️ Only for: Navigator-referred applications
🏫 Thompson Rivers University
- ✅ Usage: 1 time
- 📅 Valid: March 23 – May 15
🏫 Canadore College
- ✅ Usage: 1 time
- 📅 Valid until: August 31, 2026
🏫 Niagara College
- ✅ Intake: September 2026 & January 2027
- ✅ Usage: 2 times
- ⚠️ Only for: Navigator-referred applications
🏫 St. Lawrence College
- ⚠️ Limited quota (very limited slots)
- 📅 Expired: March 31 (or earlier if quota is filled)
⚠️ Important Things You Should Know
- Many waivers are limited and can run out before the deadline
- Some are only available through agencies (e.g., “Apply through AUFIN”)
- There is usually a usage limit (1–2 applications per student)
💡 Why This Matters
If you apply to 3–5 institutions:
- Without waivers → you may spend:
👉 CAD 300 – 750 (≈ IDR 3–8 million) - With waivers →
👉 0 cost for application fees
🎯 How to Maximize This Opportunity
If you are serious about studying in Canada:
- ✔️ Apply during promotional periods (don’t wait too long)
- ✔️ Apply through AUFIN by click here to access exclusive waiver quotas from partner universities
Need Help ?
Contact us at admission@aufin.org
