Ancillary fees are vital to supporting student services provided by the College and the Centennial College Student Association (CCSAI).
Students are required to pay ancillary fees, as determined through a collaborative review completed by the Board of Governors and the CCSAI. The following information outlines Centennial College ancillary fees.
Ancillary Fees for On-Campus, Hybrid and HyFlex Programs
The ancillary fees listed are by semester, based on a regular, two-semester program.
CCSAI Academic Supports: This fee supports peer-delivered supports including grade appeals and curriculum planning representation.
Copyright: Copyright Fees are charged each semester to all post-secondary students. The Copyright Fee provides funding for copyright awareness, education, and compliance training; and for permissions, clearances and licenses related to the reproduction and performance of materials (in print, digital and other formats) for educational purposes in compliance with the Copyright Act of Canada. For more information about copyright, please visit Copyright Guidelines.
Inclusive Community for Diversity and Belonging: College-wide initiatives that foster the development and promotion of a safe, inclusive and accessible community that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion – fundamental to the College’s commitment to educate students for career success.
Open Educational Resources: This fee supports the development of Open Educational Resources (OER) for use by the Centennial College community. OER are teaching and learning resources published under an open license that are free to access and use. OER can range from course learning materials to textbooks and whole courses. The fee enables students to be hired to support development of no-cost textbooks and learning materials for Centennial students through the College’s Co-operative Education Program. The OER initiative focuses on high-enrolment courses with historically high textbook costs to maximize savings for as many students as possible.
Technology Fee: Technology Fees are charged each semester to all post-secondary students. This fee supports software licensing, electronic mail accounts, Internet access, Wi-Fi in the College and other technology-based resources for students.
Testing (Placement Assessment): Students entering most programs at Centennial are required to complete their skills assessment testing for English placement in their program. Some programs also require Math testing as well. Paid once.
Transitions to College: 8-week Focus for Academics: This fee supports an 8-week program focusing on academic and personal success through transitional activities and events.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| CCSAI Academic Supports | $42.64 |
| Copyright | $0.53 |
| Inclusive Community for Diversity and Belonging | $2.02 |
| Open Educational Resources | $1.50 |
| Technology Fee | $90.20 |
| Testing (Placement Assessment) | $71.40 |
| Transitions to College: 8-week Focus for Academics | $2.65 |
Access to Post-Secondary Education: This fee contributes to the long-standing commitment of Centennial College to provide support and intervention to those who require it to be able to attend post-secondary education. Centennial recognizes that many from our local neighbourhoods have life obligations and responsibilities, which may make attendance at Centennial a challenge. This fee is used to provide programs to assist youth, women, and Indigenous citizens and community members to find ways to access and be successful in post-secondary education in a way that is respectful of their life commitments and responsibilities.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Access to Post-secondary Education | $12.29 |
Alumni Fee: Even before you graduate, Alumni services can have a big impact on your education and career success by providing access to Centennial's huge alumni network of more than 165,000 graduates. Start building your professional network now!
The Alumni Fee funds benefits, services and events, including:
- Career, mentoring and networking opportunities
- Social activities such as Homecoming, class reunions, sporting events and more
- Special savings, discounts and exclusive offers
Contributing to Alumni services now will help ensure that you have access to these exclusive benefits – many starting right now while you're still a student! Centennial First, Alumni Forever!
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $9.55 |
Athletics and Recreation Fee: The Athletics and Recreation fee at Centennial College covers the costs of all Intercollegiate Athletics (Varsity and Extramural) and Campus Recreation (Fitness Classes, Intramurals, Open (drop-in) Recreation, Field Trips and Wellness) programs and services at Ashtonbee, Downsview, Morningside, Progress and Story Arts Campuses. In addition, the fee covers the costs to maintain the fitness centres at Ashtonbee, Downsview, Morningside, and Story Arts, along with the Sports Dome and Turf Sports Field. This fee is paid each year.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Athletics and Recreation Wellness Levy | $79.59 |
Bursary Fee: This fee is used to fund bursaries for students in financial need.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Bursary Fee | $5.31 |
Career Success Programming – Career Week: This fee supports Career Week activities and events that introduce students to strategies for managing the challenges of the career journey. This week-long event provides informative presentations focusing on career exploration, industry professionals and alumni.
The fee also covers employer engagement activities, events that support both co-operative education and career development for students.
Career Success Programming – General Education Workshops: This fee supports standard workshops, opportunities, and services to build skills associated with career success and resilience.
Career Success Programming – Graduate Employment Initiatives: This fee supports developing and sustaining evidence-based opportunities that correlate with increased likelihood of employment. This allows us to support some work from the graduate employment task force and/or a research project we'll be investigating - where the outcomes might need funding to sustain.
Leadership Development for Career Success: The fee supports the exploration of leadership experiences that further support leadership learning and development opportunities toward the Leadership Passport and Distinction in Leadership credential.
Leadership Development (Leadership Conference): This fee supports the delivery of a leadership conference focused on exploring Inclusive Leadership and Diversity. Students engage in meaningful discussions and deep learning about leadership and diversity, broaden their understanding of key concepts and ideas, and acquire practical tools and skills that will help them succeed in their student and professional life! This event is organized for Centennial College students by students.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Career Success Programming – Career Week | $0.21 |
| Career Success Programming – General Education Workshops | $1.59 |
| Career Success Programming – Graduate Employment Initiatives | $0.32 |
| Leadership Development for Career Success | $0.43 |
| Leadership Development (Leadership Conference) | $1.06 |
Legal Advice Access Fee: Do you need documents notarized? Are you looking for advice on a legal matter? The CCSAI offers legal advice to all full-time students who are currently enrolled. You can also meet with a lawyer for affidavits and other legal documents and advice.
Social Events: Experience the best of campus life with incredible events and activities. Each year, the CCSAI offers cultural and talent showcases, concerts, courtyard events and many more activities to help make Centennial – the place to be.
Student Clubs and Organizations: Enhance your student experience and engage with peers and foster a sense of community through student clubs ranging from Aspiring Young Professionals or Weightlifting, to Beyond the Books or Zumba World and more; or start your own social, academic or hobby club.
Advocacy Fee: This fee supports student advocacy nationally and provincially through the College Student Alliance. The College Student Alliance (CSA), a parliamentary group that works with provincial government and public sector policy makers is a not-for-profit, non-partisan organization that believes in working collaboratively with post-secondary education (PSE) stakeholders and government to improve the college experience. The CSA is an advocating voice on behalf of Ontario college students in partnership with student leaders.
Indigenous Student Union Fee: The Indigenous Student Union Fee is established to provide dedicated, stable, and transparent funding to support the creation, development, and ongoing operation of the Indigenous Student Union (ISU). This fee ensures that Indigenous students have the resources required to exercise self-governance, lead advocacy initiatives, and deliver cultural and community-based programming aligned with the student union’s commitment to indigenization and reconciliation.
Student Media: All students receive a student handbook/day planner to assist in time management, planning and keeping your day-to-day life at Centennial organized.
The Centennial College Student Association Incorporation (CCSAI) produces an engaging and informative magazine, “The Courier’. A print and online magazine produced by students, for students this magazine is filled with news, arts and lifestyle, varsity sports, and health and fitness articles, student profiles, and more.
Transforming the Future: Every year the CCSAI pledges up to $100,000 to support transforming the future of Centennial College. All you have to do is put together a proposal for an initiative that you feel will make a difference for years to come. We review all of the submissions and fund the very best ideas. The opportunity is open to all Centennial College students.
The funded initiatives of last term included the acquisition of energy/nap pods, Sonocent note-taking software, vegetable trug gardens, lockable charging stations, a Self-serving laptop loan unit at Progress, and a patio refresh at the Ashtonbee Student Centre.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Legal Advice Access Fee | $4.24 |
| Social Events | $10.61 |
| Student Clubs and Organizations | $4.24 |
| Advocacy Fee | $15.00 |
| Indigenous Student Union Fee | $3.00 |
| Student Media | $4.24 |
| Transforming the Future | $10.61 |
Financial Literacy Fee: This fee supports the development of financial literacy opportunities for students which will include workshops, information modules, print and online services.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Financial Literacy Fee | $2.24 |
Academic/Personal Issues Resolution and Coaching: This fee supports the academic and personal support and coaching to resolve issues and concerns.
CCSAI Health and Counselling: This fee supports health and wellness programs, activities and services offered by the CCSAI on campus for all students.
Domestic Student Health and Dental Plan: This insurance was instituted by the student government to provide mandatory accident, illness coverage for students in a group plan format. This fee covers extended health and dental benefits for domestic students, with the provision to opt-out if student has proven coverage elsewhere.
Mental Health and Wellness Programming: Programs and services (peer supports, workshops, psycho-educational groups, digital communications) to support positive mental health and build resilience among the student population to enhance personal, social, and academic success.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Academic/Personal Issues Resolution and Coaching | $12.00 |
| CCSAI Health and Counselling | $25.47 |
| Domestic Student Health and Dental Plan (can opt out with proof of coverage) | $93.84 |
| Mental Health and Wellness Programming | $35.00 |
Completion of Enrolment Verification Letters: If a student requires an official document verifying their enrolment for a third party organization, funding source, etc., they can request an Enrolment Verification letter.
Credentials/Transcripts: This fee pays for the production of student credential documents (certificate, diploma, degree) and one official transcript upon graduation.
Graduation and Convocation: This fee supports the costs associated with Centennial's convocation ceremony including, but not limited to, rentals, décor and staging, tickets and printing, catering and refreshments, AV/streaming/technology, logistics, and regalia.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Completion of Enrolment Verification Letters | $0.69 |
| Credentials/Transcripts | $13.16 |
| Graduation and Convocation | $18.73 |
Athletic and Wellness Levy: This fee supports the building and operational costs of the Athletic and Wellness Centre.
- AWC Building: This fee is allocated to support AWC operations and the AWC construction and building loan.
AWC Facilities Fee: This fee supports the facility operations of Athletic and Wellness Centre. These operations would include overhead costs, furniture and equipment renewal and building improvements.
Student Centre Facilities Fee: This fee supports maintenance costs of the Student Centre.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| AWC Building (Operations) - FAWB | $26.53 |
| AWC Building (Construction and Building Loan) | $30.60 |
| AWC Facilities Fee | $10.61 |
| Student Centre Facilities Fee | $15.92 |
Student ID Cards (myCard): Your myCard is your official photo identification at Centennial. It's also the best and fastest way to pay for college essentials and services at all Centennial campuses. You, your family, or friends can load it up with funds that can be used for services all over the school.
Student Clinical Placement ID: This fee will be charged in the first semester of a program requiring a clinical placement ID.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Student ID Cards (myCard) | $21.22 |
| Student Clinical Placement ID | $5.31 |
Student Community, Engagement and Transitions Fee: A suite of intentional and transformative programming designed to enable all students to thrive through their transition to, and journey through, college towards their goals of graduation and employment.
Student Success Projects: Co-curricular learning programs through Experience Centennial that support student transitions and success.
Student Success Technology and System Support: Utilization of technology (i.e. Experience Centennial app) that supports students transition in, through and out of Centennial.
The Basic Needs for Student Success Fee: This fee supports students in meeting their basic needs, including food and housing insecurity, through a continuum of proactive and responsive programs and services (e.g., basic needs resource coordinator, in-person and virtual resource centres, food pantries, food banks, food literacy, housing literacy, temporary on-campus emergency housing lease and supplies, etc.) The fee does not cover individual hardship in scope of the Student Access and Hardship Fund.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Student Community, Engagement and Transitions Fee | $100.00 |
| Student Success Projects | $1.06 |
| Student Success Technology and System Support | $1.06 |
| The Basic Needs for Student Success Fee | $12.00 |
International Health Insurance: All registered international students at Centennial College are covered by a comprehensive health insurance plan.
International Student Support Program: Supports the mental health of international students by providing access to counselling services that are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via different modalities including in-person, telephone and online.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| International Health Insurance | $652.64 |
| International Student Support Program | $46.69 |
Ancillary Fees for Distance Learning Online Programs
The ancillary fees listed are by semester, based on a regular, two-semester program.
CCSAI Academic Supports: This fee supports peer-delivered supports including grade appeals and curriculum planning representation.
Copyright: Copyright Fees are charged each semester to all post-secondary students. The Copyright Fee provides funding for copyright awareness, education, and compliance training; and for permissions, clearances and licenses related to the reproduction and performance of materials (in print, digital and other formats) for educational purposes in compliance with the Copyright Act of Canada. For more information about copyright, please visit Copyright Guidelines.
Engage in College-wide initiatives that foster the development and promotion of a safe, inclusive and accessible community that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion - fundamental to the College’s commitment to educate students for career success.
Open Educational Resources: This fee supports the development of Open Educational Resources (OER) for use by the Centennial College community. OER are teaching and learning resources published under an open license that are free to access and use. OER can range from course learning materials to textbooks and whole courses. The fee enables students to be hired to support development of no-cost textbooks and learning materials for Centennial students through the College’s Co-operative Education Program. The OER initiative focuses on high-enrolment courses with historically high textbook costs to maximize savings for as many students as possible.
Technology Fee: Technology Fees are charged each semester to all post-secondary students. This fee supports software licensing, electronic mail accounts, Internet access, Wi-Fi in the College and other technology-based resources for students.
Testing (Placement Assessment): Students entering most programs at Centennial are required to complete their skills assessment testing for English placement in their program. Some programs also require Math testing as well. Paid once.
Transitions to College: 8-week Focus for Academics: This fee supports an 8-week program focusing on academic and personal success through transitional activities and events.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| CCSAI Academic Supports | $42.64 |
| Copyright | $0.53 |
| Open Educational Resources | $1.50 |
| Technology Fee | $70.41 |
| Testing (Placement Assessment) | $71.40 |
| Transitions to College: 8-week Focus for Academics | $2.65 |
Access to Post-Secondary Education: This fee contributes to the long-standing commitment of Centennial College to provide support and intervention to those who require it to be able to attend post-secondary education. Centennial recognizes that many from our local neighbourhoods have life obligations and responsibilities, which may make attendance at Centennial a challenge. This fee is used to provide programs to assist youth, women, and Indigenous citizens and community members to find ways to access and be successful in post-secondary education in a way that is respectful of their life commitments and responsibilities.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Access to Post-Secondary Education | $12.29 |
Alumni Fee: Even before you graduate, Alumni services can have a big impact on your education and career success by providing access to Centennial's huge alumni network of more than 165,000 graduates. Start building your professional network now!
The Alumni Fee funds benefits, services and events, including:
- Career, mentoring and networking opportunities
- Social activities such as Homecoming, class reunions, sporting events and more
- Special savings, discounts and exclusive offers
Contributing to Alumni services now will help ensure that you have access to these exclusive benefits – many starting right now while you're still a student! Centennial First, Alumni Forever!
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Alumni Fee | $9.55 |
Bursary Fee: This fee is used to fund bursaries for students in financial need.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Bursary Fee | $5.31 |
Career Success Programming – Career Week: This fee supports Career Week activities and events that introduce students to strategies for managing the challenges of the career journey. This week-long event provides informative presentations focusing on career exploration, industry professionals and alumni.
The fee also covers employer engagement activities, events that support both co-operative education and career development for students.
Career Success Programming – General Education Workshops: This fee supports standard workshops, opportunities, and services to build skills associated with career success and resilience.
Leadership Development for Career Success: The fee supports the exploration of leadership experiences that further support leadership learning and development opportunities toward the Leadership Passport and Distinction in Leadership credential.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Career Success Programming – Career Week | $0.21 |
| Career Success Programming – General Education Workshops | $1.59 |
| Leadership Development for Career Success | $0.43 |
Legal Advice Access Fee: Do you need documents notarized? Are you looking for advice on a legal matter? The CCSAI offers legal advice to all full-time students who are currently enrolled. You can also meet with a lawyer for affidavits and other legal documents and advice.
Advocacy Fee: This fee supports student advocacy nationally and provincially through the College Student Alliance. The College Student Alliance (CSA), a parliamentary group that works with provincial government and public sector policy makers is a not-for-profit, non-partisan organization that believes in working collaboratively with post-secondary education (PSE) stakeholders and government to improve the college experience. The CSA is an advocating voice on behalf of Ontario college students in partnership with student leaders.
Indigenous Student Union Fee: The Indigenous Student Union Fee is established to provide dedicated, stable, and transparent funding to support the creation, development, and ongoing operation of the Indigenous Student Union (ISU). This fee ensures that Indigenous students have the resources required to exercise self-governance, lead advocacy initiatives, and deliver cultural and community-based programming aligned with the student union’s commitment to indigenization and reconciliation.
Student Media: All students receive a student handbook/day planner to assist in time management, planning and keeping your day-to-day life at Centennial organized.
The Centennial College Student Association Incorporation (CCSAI) produces an engaging and informative magazine, “The Courier’. A print and online magazine produced by students, for students this magazine is filled with news, arts and lifestyle, varsity sports, and health and fitness articles, student profiles, and more.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Legal Advice Access Fee | $4.24 |
| Advocacy Fee | $15.00 |
| Indigenous Student Union Fee | $3.00 |
| Student Media | $1.91 |
Financial Literacy Fee: This fee supports the development of financial literacy opportunities for students which will include workshops, information modules, print and online services.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Financial Literacy Fee | $2.24 |
Academic/Personal Issues Resolution and Coaching: This fee supports the academic and personal support and coaching to resolve issues and concerns.
Mental Health and Wellness Programming: Programs and services (peer supports, workshops, psycho-educational groups, digital communications) to support positive mental health and build resilience among the student population to enhance personal, social, and academic success.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Academic/Personal Issues Resolution and Coaching | $12.00 |
| Mental Health and Wellness Programming | $35.00 |
Completion of Enrolment Verification Letters: If a student requires an official document verifying their enrolment for a third party organization, funding source, etc., they can request an Enrolment Verification letter.
Credentials/Transcripts: This fee pays for the production of student credential documents (certificate, diploma, degree) and one official transcript upon graduation.
Graduation and Convocation: This fee supports the costs associated with Centennial's convocation ceremony including, but not limited to, rentals, décor and staging, tickets and printing, catering and refreshments, AV/streaming/technology, logistics, and regalia.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Completion of Enrolment Verification Letters | $0.69 |
| Credentials/Transcripts | $13.16 |
| Graduation and Convocation | $18.73 |
Student ID Cards (myCard): Your myCard is your official photo identification at Centennial. It's also the best and fastest way to pay for college essentials and services at all Centennial campuses. You, your family, or friends can load it up with funds that can be used for services all over the school.
Student Clinical Placement ID: This fee will be charged in the first semester of a program requiring a clinical placement ID.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Student ID Cards (myCard) | $15.92 |
| Student Clinical Placement ID | $5.31 |
Student Community, Engagement and Transitions Fee: A suite of intentional and transformative programming designed to enable all students to thrive through their transition to, and journey through, college towards their goals of graduation and employment.
Student Success Projects: Co-curricular learning programs through Experience Centennial that support student transitions and success.
Student Success Technology and System Support: Utilization of technology (i.e. Experience Centennial app) that supports students transition in, through and out of Centennial.
The Basic Needs for Student Success Fee: This fee supports students in meeting their basic needs, including food and housing insecurity, through a continuum of proactive and responsive programs and services (e.g., basic needs resource coordinator, in-person and virtual resource centres, food pantries, food banks, food literacy, housing literacy, temporary on-campus emergency housing lease and supplies, etc.) The fee does not cover individual hardship in scope of the Student Access and Hardship Fund.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| Student Community, Engagement and Transitions Fee | $100.00 |
| Student Success Projects | $1.06 |
| Student Success Technology and System Support | $1.06 |
| The Basic Needs for Student Success Fee | $12.00 |
International Health Insurance: All registered international students at Centennial College are covered by a comprehensive health insurance plan.
International Student Support Program: Supports the mental health of international students by providing access to counselling services that are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week via different modalities including in-person, telephone and online.
| Fee Name | Fee Amount |
|---|---|
| International Health Insurance | $652.64 |
| International Student Support Program | $46.69 |