Academy Tuition & Fees
Tuition Fees | 2026-27
Tuition fees vary based on the payment option chosen.
- Grades 4–6: $21,920–$22,270
- Grades 7–9: $23,220–$23,570
- Grades 10–12: $24,190–$24,540
Families may also qualify for the Disability Tax Credit reducing the overall personal costs for families.
Membership & Facility Fees
We have two one-time fees that are due upon initial acceptance. These fees help fund ongoing faculty training and facility improvements, program support, and enhancements, allowing our faculty and staff to remain ahead of the curve on educational practices and trends.
Family Membership Fee
A one-time, per family fee of $2,000 is paid upon acceptance for all new families joining Rundle Academy. This fee is non-refundable, non-transferable and separate from tuition payments.
Student Facility Fee
A one-time, per-student fee of $2,000 is paid upon acceptance and applies to all new students of new families joining Rundle Academy. All new families are required to pay this fee for each student joining Rundle. This fee is non-refundable, non-transferable, and is separate from tuition payments.
| Student Type | Family Membership Fee | Student Facility Fee |
| Students enrolled as of September 2020 onwards | $2,000 | $2,000 |
| Students enrolled as of September 2020 onwards – additional student in the same family | n/a | $2,000 |
| Alumni children (parent must be a Rundle graduate) | n/a | $2,000 |
| Families returning after an absence | n/a | $2,000 |
Uniforms & Co-curricular Costs
Our tuition fees do not include uniforms (we suggest $800/year), travel opportunities, sports team expenses, and some co-curricular activities. Please take this into consideration when planning your costs for the coming school year.
Field Trips & Supplies
Tuition fees fully cover the use of a device (iPad or MacBook) and the cost of school supplies and day trips. Overnight trips and optional course fees may apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is tuition and are there payment plans?
Our 2026-27 tuition is fully outlined here along with the payment options for each grade.
How can I make payments?
Rundle offers the following payment options:
- Online with your credit card via your parent portal account
- Please note that a 2.4% convenience charge is levied on credit card payments. Within your parent account, you can use your credit card to pay admission and tuition fees.
- Pre-Authorized Debit
- Tuition payments can be made by direct withdrawals from your bank account. There is no additional fee for making payments using this means.
- Autopay
- Regardless of your chosen payment method, we encourage parents to store payment information within Veracross’s encrypted payment system to simplify future transactions. Please note that families opting for a tuition payment plan are required to have a stored payment method on file.
What is the withdrawal and refund policy?
Students who withdraw between February 15 and June 15 for the coming school year will forfeit the $4,000 deposit. Students who withdraw after June 15 must pay the full year’s tuition fee. Tuition paid is non-refundable and non-transferable.
In the event that the June 15 tuition payment is not received by June 15, Rundle may, at its discretion and within 30 days of the missed payment, terminate the enrolment contract. In such circumstances, the initial deposit will be retained by Rundle and is non-refundable, and the family will forfeit the student’s place at Rundle.
What does tuition cover?
Independent schools in Alberta receive grant funding from the provincial government at a reduced rate and on a limited number of grants. Rundle’s primary funding source is tuition fees. Tuition is charged to cover the cost of operating schools where the most significant expense is school staff resources in order to maintain small class sizes, attract and retain the best teachers and provide an elevated, personalized, rigorously well-rounded experience for each student. Other operating costs include rent, financial aid, facility security and maintenance, insurance and administrative costs.
Tuition does not cover significant facility or programming enhancements other than annual repairs and maintenance. Rundle relies on donations and fundraising from its generous community to support significant improvements in these areas. Please visit our Giving Page to learn more about how you can support our extraordinary community through a variety of options.
The following chart shows how funds are allocated for spending.
How are tuition fees determined?
Each year, Rundle administration prepares the budget for the coming school year with guidance and oversight from the Board of Directors and in alignment with the Board’s priorities. Tuition rates are a component of the budget and are approved by the Board of Directors.
Why have tuition fees increased?
Tuition fees are reviewed annually in the course of budget preparation. Rundle strives to minimize increases while planning for adequate resources to continue offering the highest quality of education, maintaining small class sizes and elevated programming.
As part of our commitment to delivering an exceptional educational experience, we have adjusted tuition rates by 8% for the upcoming year. This year’s increase is slightly higher than usual and reflects two key priorities:
- The increase reflects the rising cost of maintaining competitive teacher salaries, allowing us to attract and retain the very best educators for our students. Because tuition funds the vast majority of our operating budget, it bears the brunt of these increases.
- We are preparing to open the first phase of our brand-new Academy building – a state-of-the-art learning environment designed specifically for our students’ unique needs. Thanks to the generosity of our community, fundraising has supported a significant portion of this project; however, it does not cover the full cost. Operating this purpose-built facility is more expensive than our current building, and tuition helps ensure we can open and sustain these enhanced learning spaces to the highest standard.
Are tax receipts provided for tuition?
Rundle provides the following receipts that may qualify for tax credits:
- Tuition paid for students with diagnosed learning disabilities attending Rundle Academy may qualify as a medical expense for tax purposes. Please consult with a tax advisor for more information on this potential tax deduction opportunity.
- Families who utilize the before/after school child care services at the College K-6 School will receive a child care tax receipt for monthly fees paid.
- Child care tax receipts will be provided for the proportion of time students are supervised at school and not engaged in instructional activities where students are working towards achieving educational goals.
- Receipts will be available in January/February each year. Please consult with a tax advisor for more information on this potential tax deduction opportunity.
Is there an additional fee for the use of a laptop or iPad?
Rundle offers a one-to-one device program where each student is provided with an iPad (K-grade 6) or MacBook (grades 7-12). The cost for this program, including the use of the device, applications, and licences, is included in tuition. No additional fees are assessed unless a student damages the device.
Is there a transportation grant available?
The provincial government has expanded transportation funding to independent schools, which Rundle is pleased to facilitate for qualifying families at the College and Academy.
Qualifying families can expect to receive approximately $500 per student as a flow-through grant from the government. More information will be provided each fall once the government’s funding manual is made available and the grant is confirmed. Qualifying families are those that reside more than 1.0/2.0 km (K-6/7-12) from their child’s school and do not participate in the Academy bus program.
At Rundle, we intentionally structure our budget so that tuition, subsidized by government grants, funds the essential operating costs of a school, and donations fund the Rundle difference – the things that allow us to maintain the smallest classes, innovate, and thrive.
We encourage you to learn more in this article from our Head of Business: How Tuition and Giving Work Together at Rundle.
Rundle sets tuition rates annually at the level required to maintain small class sizes, attract the best educators, and ensure the financial sustainability of the organization while keeping rate increases to a minimum and in line with competing schools.
This chart compares Rundle’s average tuition (2024-25) against other independent schools within Alberta and against other similarly sized schools across Canada with consideration of class size (grey line). Rundle maintains the lowest class sizes while moderating tuition levels.
This chart shows the proportion of total salary/benefit spending per student in the 2024-25 school year between teachers and non-teachers. Rundle spends a greater proportion of total salaries and benefits per student on teacher staffing in order to maintain small class sizes.
Financial assistance is currently available to families with children presently enrolled in a Rundle program as well as new students applying. For full details, please refer to our financial assistance information.
The re-enrolment process at Rundle opens in mid-January. Families have one month to complete re-enrolment through the Veracross Re-enrolment Portal.