Investing in a Pickering College Education

2026/2027 Day Student fees at a glance (amounts in Canadian dollars)

Please note that these fees are before any discounts.

* New Students pay a 20 per cent deposit of tuition and fees. If an installment plan is selected, the deposit will be used at the start of the installment period.

2026/2027 Boarding student fees at a glance (amounts in Canadian Dollars)

Please note these fees are before any discounts.

*New students pay a 20 per cent deposit of tuition and fees. If an installment plan is selected, the deposit will be used at the start of the installment period.

Tuition fees do not include field trips, school uniform, athletic uniform, off-site activities, books, school supplies and required physical education equipment.

For all boarding students, tuition includes room and board, as well as housekeeping services, wireless internet access from each room, staff supervised study time, 24 hour live-in residential staff and a full evening program, including life skills, athletic and cultural programs. We can also administer a weekly allowance program at the parent/guardian request. Note that each room includes an electronic locking safe for valuables.

As part of the school's technology plan, technology is an important tool in student learning.

Students in Grades 6-12 require a school specified laptop. There are no exceptions. The school annually develops technical specifications, and negotiates a purchase arrangement with a preferred supplier. This will ensure the greatest consistency and reliability of the hardware. The cost of this laptop, with a Microsoft licensed operating system, a battery, a laptop sleeve, accidental damage protection and a 3 Year Parts and Labour warranty is estimated at approximately $2,200 plus taxes.

The uniform is an additional cost and we have our own store on campus, The Hilltop Shop. The Hilltop Shop is the only official supplier of the PC required uniform, the athletic uniform and uniform accessories such as belts and shoes. All new students can make an appointment towards the end of August for a personalized uniform shopping experience. The shop also carries bedding and linen options, personal care products and laundry supplies as well as a variety of sportswear and equipment to meet the needs of our varsity and recreational sports teams. Gift items, spirit wear and casual clothing are constantly changing to keep up with the fashion trends.

In Grades 4-8, instrumental music is a required part of our curriculum and in Grades 9-12 Instrumental Music, Jazz Band and guitar are options. If a student needs to rent an instrument, the school has an arrangement with a number of local stores and depending on the instrument, the student will be billed accordingly.

There is no additional fee for the majority of our competitive athletic teams. Competitive Teams begin in Grade 4. A fee may apply if the team participates in a tournament. If a student selects certain sports there may be a fee as a result of the specialized coaching and other costs that are beyond the scope of our regular program. Some specialized equipment and/or uniform may be needed.

For Kindergarten to Grade 8, classrooms are open and supervised from 8:10 a.m.

After School Care is also available daily until 6:00 p.m., at a reasonable rate.

Grade 9-12 students all receive an electronic key card for access to our buildings, and can be dropped off anytime from 8:00 a.m. If you need to drop off your child early, they can join our boarding students for breakfast by making arrangements through our Business Office. At the end of the day, students are able to wait in the Student Lounge for a later pick up.

There are trips and outings scheduled throughout the year. Our trips enhance the students' learning through experience, overnight trips, in addition to curricular value contain leadership and team building components. There are a few day trips annually to enhance the student's understanding of a certain curriculum. For Grades 7-9 there is a mandatory overnight full grade trip and in Grades 10-12, there are optional curricular trips.

Additional tutoring that may be necessary can be arranged through the school at an additional cost.

Health Insurance for Students $1,100* - Boarding students only

Health insurance from Pickering College is mandatory for all students on a study permit and who are not covered by OHIP. Health Insurance is billed in August as a lump sum.  *Price subject to change.

Bursaries are awarded based on financial need. Applying for financial aid is a confidential process.  Please go to https://www.applefinancialservices.ca to apply.

Pickering College may offer entering students scholarships based on academic merit that may be supplemented by need-based bursary assistance. These awards are made to students on the basis of demonstrated academic potential and to deserving students whom we expect to contribute positively to school life, be a leader in the school and demonstrate school values.

All scholarships and bursaries are reviewed annually. Pickering College reserves the right to discontinue an award if, during the course of the year, the recipient’s effort, achievement or conduct is unsatisfactory. Bursaries are reviewed annually through a re-application process.

Pickering College provides a child care expense receipt for a certain portion of the fees paid.  The school recommends that you review your own circumstances with advice from a professional financial advisor before making a claim.  The receipts are mailed annually from the Business Office.

The Pickering College Annual Giving campaign contributes to enhancing and enriching the experience of our students.  Priority areas requiring funding are carefully chosen each year for maximum benefit to our students.  You have the opportunity to make your tax receiptable donation through the enrolment process.