Your future starts here
Explore your options, apply, track your status, secure your financing and get ready for day one. We’ll guide you through every step—from admission requirements and deadlines to tuition, fees, scholarships and student supports—so you can start your journey with confidence.
Make your move
From admission requirements to application steps, here’s everything yMake your moveou need to know to get started at MacEwan. Learn how to apply, what happens after you submit your application and how to prepare for your first day on campus.
Get ready to apply
Make sure that you’ve got all your admission requirements covered before you apply.
- Admission Requirements by program
- High school subject requirements
- Out‐of‐province high school equivalencies
- Transfer credit & AP/IB courses
- University substitutions for high school courses
Get your application in
Secure your spot. Applications open October 1, 2025 for Fall 2026 and February 1, 2026 for Winter 2027.
Get ready for your first day
Learn what to do after you hit submit, after you're accepted and before classes begin.
Understanding the costs involved in pursuing higher education—and some ways to offset them—can help you to make informed decisions about your finances.
Cost breakdown
The cost of your education can vary based on your program. You should also consider additional costs like textbooks and tech necessary for your coursework—and the cost of living—when planning your finances.
Your tuition and student fees cover some expenses such as a U‑Pass for transit, access to MacEwan Sport and Wellness, and health and dental insurance.
We’re also committed to helping to alleviate some costs. We’re securing affordable downtown housing options, providing cheaper meals and helping with the cost of textbooks. And we’re continuously looking for more ways to help.
| Average Annual Tuition* | |
|---|---|
| Diploma/certificate | $5,610 |
| Degree | $6,330 |
| International students | $24,480 |
*one year, full‑time, 2024/25
Offset your costs
6,000+
STUDENT AWARDS awarded in 2024/25
The cost of education may seem overwhelming, but we’re committed to helping you invest in yourself. Every year, MacEwan and SAMU offer hundreds of unique scholarships, awards and bursaries to incoming and current students. It’s money you don’t have to pay back, and there’s no limit to how many you can apply for.
- Scholarships: Awarded based on academic achievement
- Awards: Awarded based on other criteria such as volunteerism and leadership
- Bursaries: Given based on financial need
- Grants: Given for specific purposes such as research, projects or designated programs
More questions? Join us for Open House
Come explore campus, meet faculty and staff, and attend info sessions for your program. Feel the energy, grab free stuff, learn about student services and even apply on the spot.