{"id":67694,"date":"2024-01-16T11:16:30","date_gmt":"2024-01-16T11:16:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/courses24.co.za?p=67694"},"modified":"2024-01-16T11:16:30","modified_gmt":"2024-01-16T11:16:30","slug":"how-much-is-a-semester-at-ottawa-university","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/how-much-is-a-semester-at-ottawa-university\/","title":{"rendered":"How much is a semester at Ottawa University?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-3506060046\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>A semester at <a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/university-of-ottawa\/\">Ottawa University in Canada<\/a> costs between $13,000 and $13,500 for full-time international students. The exact cost depends on the number of units you take. Here is a breakdown of the tuition fees for full-time international students in this academic year:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any questions about paying for your tuition, or would like help accessing&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottawa.edu\/ouks\/tuition-financial-aid\/financial-aid\">financial aid<\/a>&nbsp;programs, contact the Ottawa University Family Financial Planner at&nbsp;<a href=\"tel:+17852482376\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">785-248-2376<\/a>. You may be eligible for more money than you think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td rowspan=\"2\">Tuition and Fees<\/td><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>2023-2024<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Semester<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Full Time Tuition (12-18 hours)<\/td><td>$15,950&nbsp;<\/td><td>$31,900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Part Time Tuition (per hour up to 11 hours)<\/td><td>$1,350&nbsp;<\/td><td>$1,350<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overload Tuition (per hour over 18)<\/td><td>$900&nbsp;<\/td><td>$900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Occasional Tuition (one course per semester)<\/td><td>$595&nbsp;<\/td><td>$595<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Summer School (per hour up to 6 hours)<\/td><td>$595&nbsp;<\/td><td>$595<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Summer School (per hour over 6 hours)<\/td><td>$530&nbsp;<\/td><td>$530<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Teacher Certification Students<\/td><td>$475&nbsp;<\/td><td>$475<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Master of Business Administration Program (per hour)<\/td><td>$649&nbsp;<\/td><td>$649<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Master of Arts in Education (per hour)<\/td><td>$475&nbsp;<\/td><td>$475<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Undergraduate Course Audit (per credit hour)<\/td><td>$50&nbsp;<\/td><td>$50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Master&#8217;s Course Audit (per credit hour)<\/td><td>$75&nbsp;<\/td><td>$75<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><em>Prices are subject to change.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td rowspan=\"2\">Residence Hall Charges<\/td><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>2023-2024<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Semester<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><strong>Martin Hall<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Triple Occupancy<\/td><td>$2,525<\/td><td>$5,050<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Double Occupancy<\/td><td>$2,680<\/td><td>$5,360<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Small Double<\/td><td>$2,525<\/td><td>$5,050<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Single Occupancy (if available)<\/td><td>$4,225<\/td><td>$8,450<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Apartment (douple occupancy)<\/td><td>$3,500<\/td><td>$7,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Single Apartment (if available)<\/td><td>$4,530<\/td><td>$9,060<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><strong>Bennett Hall<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Double\/Triple Occupancy<\/td><td>$2,680<\/td><td>$5,360<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Single Occupancy (if available)<\/td><td>$4,020<\/td><td>$8,040<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Apartment (double occupancy)<\/td><td>$3,500<\/td><td>$7,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Single Apartment (if available)<\/td><td>$4,530<\/td><td>$9,060<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><strong>Brown Hall<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Triple\/Quad Occupancy<\/td><td>$2,010<\/td><td>$4,020<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Double Occupancy<\/td><td>$2,165<\/td><td>$4,330<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Small Double<\/td><td>$2,010<\/td><td>$4,020<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Single Occupancy (if available)<\/td><td>$3,500<\/td><td>$7,000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><strong>Off-Campus Housing<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blue Mountain Apartments (double occupancy)<\/td><td>$3,710<\/td><td>$7,420<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Blue Mountain Apartments (triple occupancy)<\/td><td>$3,330<\/td><td>$6,660<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Gillette House (double occupancy)<\/td><td>$3,710<\/td><td>$7,420<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>University Apartments (single occupancy)<\/td><td>$4,325<\/td><td>$8,650<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Suites at Rock Creek<\/td><td>$3,350<\/td><td>$6,700<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>The OU Lofts on Main Street<\/td><td>$4,300<\/td><td>$8,600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><em>Prices are subject to change.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td rowspan=\"2\">Dining Club Membership Charges<\/td><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>2023-2024<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Semester<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>All Access ($100 Dining Dollars per Semester)<\/td><td>$3,400<\/td><td>$6,800<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>225-Block ($75 Dining Dollars per Semester)<\/td><td>$3,075<\/td><td>$6,150<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>100-Block ($75 Dining Dollars per Semester)<\/td><td>$1,320<\/td><td>$2,640<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fall Preseason Meal Plan<\/td><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td>$315<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><em>Prices are subject to change.<\/em> <em>The 100-block membership is only available to students who reside in a University apartment (on campus, as well as in Gillette House, University Apartments and Blue Mountain Apartments), lives off-campus, or in other qualifying University-sponsored housing.<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td rowspan=\"2\">Other Charges<\/td><td colspan=\"2\"><strong>2023-2024<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Semester<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Year<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><strong>Student Fees<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Fee &#8211; Full Time (more than 6 hours)<\/td><td>$1,700<\/td><td>$3,400<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>General Fee &#8211; Part Time (1-5 hours)<\/td><td>$1,200<\/td><td>$2,400<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\">&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><strong>Other Charges<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Application Fee<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>$25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Enrollment Deposit (credit to student account)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>$100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Housing Reservation Deposit (credit to student account)<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>$50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Red Cross First Aid Fee<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>$225<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Student Teaching Fee<\/td><td>&#8211;<\/td><td>$430<\/td><\/tr><tr><td colspan=\"3\"><em>Prices are subject to change<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to tuition, you will also be responsible for paying ancillary fees, such as the U-Pass (for public transportation), health services, and sports. The total cost of ancillary fees is approximately $450 per semester.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, you will pay lower tuition fees. The exact cost of tuition will depend on whether you reside in Ontario or outside of Ontario.<\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-2768922280\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-1960599182\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-4022510881\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A semester at Ottawa University in Canada costs between $13,000 and $13,500 for full-time international students. The exact cost depends on the number of units you take. Here is a breakdown of the tuition fees for full-time international students in this academic year: If you have any questions about paying for your tuition, or would\u2026 <span class=\"read-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/how-much-is-a-semester-at-ottawa-university\/\">Read More &raquo;<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-67694","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/67694","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=67694"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/67694\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=67694"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}