Boarding Tuition Fees
St. Michaels University School provides students with an enriched education, including for boarding students, 24-hour care and support.
Boarding for September 2026 — limited availability. Apply or inquire today.
The fee information on this page is for Boarding at SMUS. See the Day Tuition Fees page for further information about Day fees at our Junior, Middle and Senior schools.
Tuition fees for the next school year are available each year in January. Historically, tuition increases each year and families should plan for increases. In exceptional circumstances, tuition increases may be higher as a reflection of inflation and salary demands.
Boarding Fees (2026-27 School Year)
The cost of a SMUS education varies by the location of the primary residence, as do the options for paying your fees.
BC Boarding Students |
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| Grades 9-12 |
$77,430 |
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North American Boarding Students (Canada, Mexico, USA) |
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| Grades 9-12 |
$85,300 |
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International Boarding Students |
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| Grades 9-12 | $101,290 | |
Language Learning Supplement (LLS)* |
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| LLS Grades 9-10 | + $11,000 | |
| LLS Grades 11-12 | + $5,000 | |
*The Language Learning Supplement is an additional fee for students receiving specialist English Language Learning (ELL) support.
What Fees Cover
The boarding tuition fee above includes:
- 10 months of instruction and textbooks
- Transportation costs for SMUS athletic teams, music groups and other clubs
- Accommodation on campus and meals
- 24-hour nursing, care and support
We recommend budgeting an additional $500 - $1,000 per month for expenses like uniforms and optional trips and activities.
Additional Information about Fees
Boarding families who pay North American or BC fees are able to elect one of three payment plans:
- Pay in full
- Twice per year
- A monthly plan over 10 months
Learn more about payment schedules and how to pay your fees on the Payment Options page.
Sibling Discount
All categories of fees are eligible for a 5% discount off tuition for each additional child that attends SMUS when you have one child already registered for the same year.
Our Sibling Discount Appeal
if you are comfortable meeting the financial obligations of tuition without the 5% sibling discount, SMUS asks you to consider donating that 5% to our annual fund in exchange for a tax receipt (in Canada, the US and Britain) to support our campaign to build our endowment and make SMUS more affordable for all families.