Studio Tuition & Fees
Tuition and Fees | 2026-27
The tuition fee payment schedule is here.
- Grades 8 – 12: $16,830 – $17,180
Families may also qualify for the Disability Tax Credit, reducing the overall personal costs for families. Students who do not qualify for Alberta government grant funding are responsible for the full cost of the program. The portion normally covered by the government grant will be charged in addition to regular tuition.
Family Membership Fee
We have a one-time fee that is due upon initial acceptance for the Studio. This fee helps fund ongoing faculty training, program support, and enhancements, allowing our faculty and staff to remain ahead of the curve on educational practices and trends. The chart below should help give further clarity around fee payments.
A one-time, per-family family membership fee of $2,000 is paid upon acceptance for all new families joining Rundle. This fee is non-refundable, non-transferable, and separate from tuition payments.
| Student Type | Family Membership Fee |
| Students enrolled in the 2022–2023 school year and any additional sibling | n/a |
| Students enrolled as of September 2023 | $2,000 |
| Students enrolled as of September 2023 — additional student in the same family | n/a |
| Alumni children (parent must be a Rundle graduate) | n/a |
| Families returning after an absence | n/a |
Uniforms & Co-curricular Costs
There are additional costs associated with uniforms and various activities. The school will communicate co-curricular costs throughout the year. For full uniform details and costs, please see our Uniforms page.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is tuition and are there payment plans?
Our 2026-27 tuition is fully outlined here along with payment details.
How can I make payments?
Rundle offers the following payment options:
- Online with your credit card via your SchoolAdmin 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. This is done 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 financial aid, insurance and administrative costs.
Tuition does not cover significant 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.
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 Studio offers a highly personalized virtual learning experience with small class sizes and significant individualized student support. As a smaller program, the cost of delivering this model is shared across fewer students. In addition, Rundle has aligned educator compensation with recent public school salary increases to remain competitive.
Tuition is the primary source of funding for the Studio and supports core program elements, including individualized academic guidance, access to counselling, and opportunities for in-person connection. Government funding does not fully cover the cost of delivering this level of support.
This year’s 10% tuition adjustment helps ensure the long-term sustainability of the program while maintaining the quality, staffing levels, and student supports that Studio families value.
Our Studio tuition costs are outlined here.
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 or Studio may qualify as a medical expense for tax purposes. Please consult with a tax advisor for more information on this potential tax deduction opportunity.
- 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.
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.
The re-enrolment process at Rundle opens in mid-January. Families have one month to complete re-enrolment through the Veracross Re-enrolment Portal.