Today, we’re sharing that the Committee of Presidents (CoP) for Ontario’s public colleges has approved an adjustment to the college domestic application fee ahead of the next application cycle. Effective Saturday, April 30, 2022, the fee will be updated from $95 to $110.  

This marks the first update to the application processing fee since 2008, a period of 14 years. 

Why is This Change Occurring? 

Updating the domestic application fee will facilitate the continued support of learners, colleges, and ecosystem partners through collaborative exploration of innovative solutions.  

Areas of focus include: 

• Enhancements to the domestic application learner experience, making applying to college easier than ever before 
• Technology updates designed to ensure the domestic application remains dependable and secure 
• Continuous delivery of system-wide data reporting that provides colleges with valuable insights about applicants’ desires for a college education 
• Responsive learner support solutions based on evolving college and learner needs 

What’s Next? 

The date for implementing the application fee increase (April 30, 2022) was specifically chosen as a less active application period, minimizing the impact to individuals with in-flight applications (who will be notified in advance of the change).  

In addition, all application fee vouchers purchased for $95 before April 30, 2022, but used afterwards, will be valued at $110. Organizations can also secure bulk volumes at the current rate of $95 until June 30, 2022, should they desire to do so. Starting July 1, 2022, all vouchers will cost $110.  

Contact Us 

Should you have questions or would like to discuss this announcement further, please contact us.