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Students accepted into Acadiaโs Co-op Program pay a non-refundable $150 fee, which covers professional development workshops. Each Co-op work term is treated as a course and has tuition associated with it. For a full breakdown of fees, students should consult Acadiaโs Financial Services website.
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Yes — there are a few fees associated with Co-op, and they help support your professional development.
Here’s what to expect:
๐ณ Program fee
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A non-refundable $150 fee is charged when you’re accepted into Co-op
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This covers career workshops, resume support, interview prep, and more
๐ Work term tuition
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Each Co-op work term is treated like a course
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You’ll pay tuition for each term you complete
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These fees help cover administrative support and academic oversight
๐ For a full breakdown, visit Acadia’s Financial Services page here
๐ Helpful Definitions:
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Non-refundable fee: A one-time charge that cannot be reimbursed
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Work term tuition: The cost of registering your Co-op work term as an academic course
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Professional development workshops: Sessions that build career-ready skills like resume writing and interviewing
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๐ Special Notes:
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Co-op fees are separate from regular tuition and are billed to your student account
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You’ll receive support from CEL throughout your work terms
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International students should confirm how Co-op fees align with their study permits or funding requirements