How much does a Masters in Accounting and Finance cost in total at Waterloo compared with York University?
The approximate total tuition for a Masters in Accounting and Finance is about CAD 34,500 to 38,000 at the University of Waterloo, compared with about CAD 92,900 to 96,500 at York University. Fees vary by program, academic year and university policies, so confirm the figures on each official page.
The approximate total tuition is CAD 34,500 to 38,000 (approx INR 23.33 to 25.69 L) at the University of Waterloo, compared with CAD 92,900 to 96,500 (approx INR 62.81 to 65.24 L) at York University. Waterloo is therefore much less expensive on tuition alone, though fees vary by programme and academic year.
Approximate total tuition at Canadian universities
| University | Approx total tuition (CAD / approx INR) |
|---|---|
| York University | 92,900 to 96,500 (approx INR 62.81 to 65.24 L) |
| University of Toronto | 74,600 to 79,500 (approx INR 50.44 to 53.75 L) |
| McGill University | 72,500 to 76,000 (approx INR 49.02 to 51.38 L) |
| Queen's University | 69,900 to 73,000 (approx INR 47.26 to 49.36 L) |
| Western University | 62,500 to 67,200 (approx INR 42.26 to 45.43 L) |
| University of Waterloo | 34,500 to 38,000 (approx INR 23.33 to 25.69 L) |
Approximate monthly living costs
| Expense | Approx monthly cost (CAD / approx INR) |
|---|---|
| Accommodation | 900 to 1,800 (approx INR 60,849 to 1.22 L) |
| Food | 350 to 700 (approx INR 23,664 to 47,327) |
| Transportation | 100 to 180 (approx INR 6,761 to 12,170) |
| Utilities | 120 to 220 (approx INR 8,113 to 14,874) |
| Health insurance | 70 to 100 (approx INR 4,733 to 6,761) |
| Personal expenses | 250 to 500 (approx INR 16,902 to 33,805) |
Students in larger cities such as Toronto and Vancouver typically spend more than those in smaller Canadian cities.
My Advice
Compare total cost, not tuition alone: add city-wise living costs and the length of the programme. Choose programmes that fit your budget and career goals, and confirm each fee on the official page.
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