RCB College Tuition and Refund Policies

Transparency is at the very core of RCB Colleges organizational vision. We want you to start your educational journey with confidence, knowing exactly what to expect. Our commitment to fairness ensures you have peace of mind as you begin your studies with us.

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Private Career Colleges Act

RCB College adheres to the tuition collection requirements set by the Private Career Colleges Act. Here are some suggestions to consider before choosing an institution:

  • Research the College: Look into staff qualifications and college reputation.
  • Align Programs with Career Goals: Ensure the program fits your career aspirations.
  • Job Market Insights: Verify that the program builds credentials for your future career.
  • Understand Your Rights and Responsibilities: Know your entitlements and obligations as a student.
  • Student Funding Eligibility: Check if the program qualifies for student funding.

Refunds

Private Career Colleges must issue a fee refund within 30 days. Whether a college can deduct money from a refund you are entitled to for a program if you owe them money depends on a few factors:

  • College Policies: College Policies: The policy is outlined in the student handbook.
  • Legal Jurisdiction: In some jurisdictions, it may be legal for colleges to offset any refunds against debts owed to the institution. This means that if you have an outstanding balance with the college, they could deduct that amount from any refund you are owed.
  • Type of Refund: If the refund is from overpaid tuition, it might be treated differently than, for example, a deposit for housing, etc.
  • Communication: If you believe you are entitled to a refund and also owe money, communicate with the colleges financial office.
  • Legal Recourse: If you believe that the college is withholding a refund unjustly or against their stated policies, you might have legal recourse.
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Cooling-off Period

You can cancel your contract within four days of signing by providing written notice to RCB College. Keep a copy of your notice. You will receive a full refund, including any application fee.

Full Refund After Signing Contract

If you withdraw before the registration deadline or if a course change alters your registration status, no fees are charged. Registration deadlines are given when you apply. The cooling-off period ensures a full refund.

Partial Refund Before Program Begins

You are entitled to a refund of program fees, with a deduction of 25%, if you;

Decide to withdraw from the program more than two days after signing a contract and before the program begins. OR to meet the programs admission requirements when the program begins.

Partial Refund After Program Begins

International Students Unable to Get a Student Visa

For course withdrawals after the Registration Deadline, the effective date of the withdrawal is determined by the day the withdrawal form is received by the faculty.

Students who register but never attend or stop attending without formally withdrawing are not eligible for a fee refund or exemption from paying any unpaid assessed fees.

The student must contact Alberta Student Aid at 1-855-606-2096 to cancel the loan/funding.

If a student decides to terminate their contract after the program registration deadline, the institution is entitled to the payment of tuition fees as outlined in Section 17 of the Private Vocational Training Regulation, which specifies the following:

  • 25% of the total tuition fees as identified in Part C: Program Cost of this contract if 10% or less of the program is provided (delivered)
  • 60% of the total tuition fees as identified in Part C: Program Cost of this contract if more than 10% but less than 50% of the program is provided.
  • 100% if more than 50% of the program is provided.

Upon withdrawal from the program, it is required that all school-provided resources be returned immediately.

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