Visa Students
In the event that an international student cannot obtain a student VISA prior to the commencement of the academic year and has paid the balance of tuition and boarding fees in full, or in part, the following will result if the school is advised in writing that the student will not be attending Albert prior to:
May 31, 2009 Full refund, less the application fee
June 1 to August 31, 2009 Full refund, less $1,000
After September 1, 2009 Full refund, less $5,000
Textbooks
Textbooks are ordered on-line through the Albert College website (www.albertcollege.ca). There is a 5% discount for ordering prior to June 30, 2009. Textbooks will be delivered to your home in August 2009. For convenience purposes, boarding students may request that their texts be shipped to Albert College. Textbook costs can range from $200 to $800 and payment is made directly to the book company by cheque or credit card. It is important to order early to ensure availability. Textbooks may be returned to the business office at the end of each academic year. They will be shipped to the book company for a credit. The credit will be returned directly to you when the books are resold by the book company. Alternately, you may ship your textbooks directly to the book company.
Sundry Expenses and Other Charges
Personal expenses and other charges are billed monthly. Individual charges vary widely among students, due to different travel distances from the school, athletic, outdoor and cultural interests, and spending habits. Extra charges may include: text books, clothing and supplies, sundries and snacks sold in the Guild Shop, professional medical services not covered by the Ontario Health Plan, team uniforms, dry cleaning and mending services, travel to and from home and taxis to medical services, musical instrument rental, career testing and university admissions applications, private tutoring, graduation pictures, replacement student agenda, damage charges, ski and adventure trips, NSF cheques, and other optional events as they occur.
In order to maintain charging privileges, it is expected that the Sundry Expense Advance will be replenished as needed throughout the year. Cash advances and allowances to students processed by credit card are subject to a 3% service charge.
Musical Instrument Rentals
All students taking instrumental music, or performing in an ensemble must have an instrument for classes and rehearsals. Students may provide their own instrument, or rent one through the school’s rental program. Costs for rental instruments range from approximately $150 to $350, depending on the instrument chosen. Rental arrangements will be made during the first week of classes and will be billed to the student’s account. Throughout the year there may be charges for maintenance goods, such as reeds and oil, but all repairs (except malicious damage) are covered under the rental contract.
Tuition Refund Insurance
This insurance plan protects boarding parents against possible loss in case of prolonged absence or withdrawal for specific circumstances as set out in the insurance policy. There is no insurance coverage for students asked to withdraw from the College and parents are responsible for full payment of fees. Coverage varies between 0 and 85% paid on a pro-rata basis depending on the reasons for withdrawal. Claim forms are issued by our Insurance Company and must be completed and returned within 30 days of withdrawal. The cost of this insurance is included in tuition fees.
Personal and Medical Insurance
Albert College cannot accept responsibility for loss of, or, damage to, a student’s personal property. Parents should ensure that student’s personal belongings, including computers and bicycles, are insured while at school.
A copy of each student’s Health Card or health insurance policy must be on file in the Health Centre prior to school opening.
International students who are not covered by private medical insurance are required to enroll in the International Student Health Insurance Plan. The plan covers prescription drugs, and other medical professional services. The premium of approximately $650 annually is billed to your account during the first term. Please note: If a copy of private coverage is not received prior to school opening, the student will be automatically enrolled in the International Plan and charges will be reflected on the monthly statement.
Student Banking
Students are encouraged to handle their own finances responsibly by having their own bank account. This is practical because the five major banks offer extended hours and have the benefit of banking machines. The school suggests a $25 - $35 weekly allowance to cover incidental expenses such as postage, taxis, snacks, entertainment, movies, haircuts and newspapers. Additional disbursements are controlled by the school with the co-operation of parents. Students are encouraged to plan their spending and keep only small sums of money in their possession or in their room.
Late Payment
Accounts that are outstanding at the time of billing will be subject to late payment charges at a rate of 1% per month. Monthly billings are normally mailed by the third working day of the following month. Students will not be permitted to make further purchases if the account is in arrears.
Failure to comply with the agreed terms of payment may result in the student not being admitted to the school for the subsequent term or academic year. In addition, the school may not permit students to attend classes, write exams or may withhold marks and exercise other sanctions as it deems necessary for the collection of overdue accounts. No student will be permitted to re-enroll until fees and expenses from the previous year are paid in full.