Tuition & Fees

Academic Year 2025-2026

All fees are in Canadian Dollars and include all taxes and fees unless specified

CSSS Tuition and Fees – 2025-2026

2025-2026 Tuition FeeAmountFrequency
Domestic student fees apply to Canadian citizens, Permanent Residents and Refugees$8,800Per Semester

2025-2026 Tuition FeeAmountFrequency
International students applying for a Study Permit will have to pay for a full academic year$11,000Per Semester

 FeeAmountFrequency
Application fee

Non-refundable. Must be submitted with application.

$250Per Application
Student Service Fee

Includes: academic/course planning with an Academic Advisor, interview with students/parents, tutoring (4 pm-6 pm three times a week), volunteering planning, university application advising.

$200Per Semester
Curricular Activities & Clubs

Includes field trips, holiday activities, student clubs, etc.

$350Per Semester
Books & Materials Fee

Includes use of books and other printed materials in class.

$250Per Application
School Uniform

Average cost for one full outfit. Prices do not include taxes.  Additional school uniform items are charged on a per-item basis. Students order directly from Cambridge Uniforms. See Uniform forms for details.

Female student$379.50 to $425As Necessary
Male student$382As Necessary
PE Uniform (Grades 8-10 only)$47As Necessary
Medical Insurance (International students only)

Includes Private Medical insurance for the first 90 days, and MSP.

$500Semester
Graduation Fee (Grade 12 only)$250Per Application

FeeAmountFrequency
Homestay Application Fee

Non-refundable. All Homestay options include 3 meals a day.

$300Per Application
Homestay Fees: Private Room, shared washroom$1,500Per Month
Homestay Fees: Private room, private washroom$1,600Per Month
Homestay Fees: Private room, private washroom, and rides$2,000Per Month
Custodianship Declaration$200One time
Custodianship Fee$500Per Semester
Airport Pick-up/Drop-off$80Each way
Sports Team Registration$200Per Application

Discount amount is based on Academic Year. Discount applies to direct family only. Students need to submit proof of relationship.

1st StudentFull tuition fees
2nd Sibling$2,000 discount on tuition fees
3rd Sibling$4,000 discount on tuition fees
4th Sibling$8,000 discount on tuition fees
5th Sibling100% tuition fee waiver

2025-2026 Tuition Fees

Grade 8-9: $22,850 USD
Grade 10-12: $23,750 USD

Please note US Customs families tuition is in US Funds

Domestic Payments

Cash, bank draft or private cheque to: “Canada Star Education Group Inc”

Mail To: 11295 Mellis Dr. Richmond BC  V6X 1L8

Email Transfer: payment@canadastarsecondary.ca

 

International Payments

Flywire:

Go to www.canadastarsecondary.flywire.com with your Invoice information to make a payment.

Choose local, familiar payment options including bank wire transfer, credit cards, e-wallet and more for most countries and territories.

For any questions, contact the Customer Support Team at +1 800 346 9252 or support@flywire.com

Wire transfer to:

"Canada Star Education Group Inc"

Bank Name:  Bank of Montreal

Institution Number: 001

Transit Number: 3877

Account Number: 1973-357 (CAD)

Swift Number: BOFMCAM2

Code: CC000138770

Bank Address: 3880 No.3 Road #100, Richmond, BC Canada V6X 2C1

Please add CAD$30 to cover bank fees and attach the name of the sender and the name and date of birth of the student.

The Board of Canada Star Secondary School (“the school,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) is committed to providing high-quality educational programs. However, the Board shall not be held liable for any losses or expenses a student may incur due to the Board’s inability to deliver an educational program, or due to any delay or interruption in the program, when such circumstances arise from causes beyond the Board’s control, either directly or indirectly.

The refund policy and refund request procedure take effect once a student has paid the tuition fee and remain in place until the student officially withdraws from the school.

All refund requests must be submitted in writing and include all relevant supporting documents as outlined in the Withdrawal Request Form. Additional documentation may be requested to properly assess the refund request. The refund policy and procedures are subject to change, and any updates will take effect once posted. The following refund policy applies to all students.

Refund Policy

  1. Non-Refundable Fees

The following fees are non-refundable, as they cover administrative and service costs:

  • Application Fee
  • Homestay Placement Fee
  • Custodianship Application Fee
  1. Visa Denial Refunds

A refund may be granted (excluding Non-Refundable Fees and a CAD $500 administration fee) only if:

  • A study permit or entry visa is deniedby IRCC.
  • The denial is not caused by the student’s delay or negligence, such as failure to submit required documents or not taking reasonable steps to complete the visa application process in a timely manner (based on IRCC processing time).
  • The student submits all required documents:
    • IRCC refusal letter
    • Copy of visa/permit application or extension
  1. Tuition Refund Schedule

First-Year Students

  • Visa denial:Full tuition minus $500
  • Withdraw before program begins:⅔ tuition refund
  • Withdraw within first calendar month of the program:½ tuition refund
  • Withdraw after first calendar month of the program:No refund
  • Note:International students must pay full-year tuition to qualify for any refund

Returning Students

  • Withdraw by May 31 (Sept intake) or Oct 31 (Feb intake):50% refund
  • Withdraw after these deadlines:No refund
  • Note:Each student has one official start date—either September or February and International students must pay full-year tuition to qualify for any refund
  1. No Refunds Will Be Issued If:
  • The student is suspended, expelled, or required to withdraw due to:
    • Misconduct or Code of Conduct violations
    • Violation of laws, program, or homestay rules
  • The student is removed for false or misleading information, including:
    • Undisclosed medical or mental health conditions
    • Undisclosed educational needs
  • The student withdraws after a deferral has been granted
    • Note: Only one deferral is permitted and must be approved before the start date
  1. Additional Information
Third-Party Fees
  • Fees paid to third parties (e.g., insurance, uniforms) are refundable only if the third party permits it.
Residency or Status Change
  • If a student’s status changes from international to domestic in accordance with the British Columbia School Act before the program start date, they may be eligible for a refund of the tuition fee difference between international and domestic rates. To receive the refund, official documentation confirming the change in status must be submitted prior to the program start date.
Withdrawal Process & Record Transfers
  • Students must notify the school office to withdraw.
  • Records will be transferred to one school free of charge; additional requests may incur a fee.
  • The School will notify the Ministry of Education as required
Clarification of Policy Terms

In the event of ambiguity or uncertainty in this policy, the School will provide clarification. Such clarification will aim to reflect the intent and spirit of the policy in accordance with applicable laws and regulations

Contact Information