Studio Tuition & Fees
Tuition and Fees | 2025-26
The tuition fee payment schedule is here.
- Alberta residents in grades 7-9: $15,300
- Alberta residents in grades 10-12: $15,300
- Non-Alberta residents in grades 7-12: $23,250 – $23,700
Families may also qualify for the Disability Tax Credit reducing the overall personal costs for families.
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 2025-26 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% 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
- Please complete the PAD Agreement (located within your parent portal under optional steps) and we will withdraw the funds from your account in accordance with the payment option.
What is the withdrawal policy?
Students who withdraw between February 15 and June 15 for the coming school year will forfeit the $3,000 or $5,000 deposit (depending on the funding model). Students who withdraw after June 15 must pay the full year’s tuition fee. Tuition paid is non-refundable and non-transferable.
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 strives to minimize increases while planning for adequate resources to continue offering the highest quality of education, maintaining small class sizes and elevated programming.
Tuition for all Rundle schools, including Rundle Studio, is set at a level to cover operational costs while factoring in government grant funding. Rundle Studio’s small class sizes impacts the cost of delivering its specialized programming which ultimately affects tuition rates. Additionally, since enrolment can vary each year, tuition may adjust from year to year to ensure financial sustainability. Rundle’s goal is to establish a stable enrolment and tuition model that remains both sustainable and provides excellent value for families.
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.
Financial assistance is currently available to families with children presently enrolled in a Rundle program as well as new students applying for grade 7. For full details, please refer to our financial assistance information.