Tuition Fees
The most current fees available can be found on the training tracks page. As tuition and currency exchange rates are subject to change, please contact us for the most recent information on costs. Note the financial aid packages below are available for those who qualify.
Deadlines for financial aid applications
CanIL deadlines:
Summer session: April 15
Fall semester: July 15
Spring semester: Nov 15
TWU deadlines:
Fall and subsequent semesters: Feb 28
ACTS deadlines:
Fall semester: May 1
CanIL Financial Awards
CanIL actively promotes the provision of Scholarships and Bursaries in support of students studying at CanIL.
Scholarships and Bursaries Available To Students
(Download the Application Form)
Summer session bursaries are part of the Beyond Price Bursary program (see below) and will normally be 50% of tuition. All may apply.
Entrance Scholarships
A scholarship program is available to students at the Masters level, either MLE or MA Ling. Students accepted into these programs are automatically eligible to receive these scholarships.
Amount per award: up to $3,000
Beyond Price Bursary
Purpose: To provide financial support to students towards the costs of tuition and living expenses. Bursaries are awarded based on financial need in each semester, with a preference given to students indicating a desire to work in Bible translation, literacy or related work. All students are eligible to apply.
Amount per award: This will vary based on need
Vision 2025 Scholarships
Vision 2025 scholarships are available to students who successfully complete either the MLE or MA Ling programs, and who join a Bible translation or literacy organization within 2 years of graduation.
Amount per award: up to $3,000
More information is available upon request.
Canada Institute of Linguistics
Attn: Financial Aid
7600 Glover Road Langley, BC V2Y 1Y1
Fax: 604-513-2128
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Church Matching Grant
Graduate students in the MA Linguistics program or the Master of Applied Linguistics and Exegesis program are now eligible to receive additional financial aid through the new church matching grant program. Graduate students who have applied for regular CanIL financial aid will receive notice of their eligibility for these funds with their financial aid letter and may then begin the application for the matching grant. See the Brochure and Application for more information.
Other Financial Aid : TWU and ACTS
Trinity Western University (undergrad studies) and ACTS Seminaries (graduate studies) also have financial assistance programs, including on campus employment. Applications are available online. Deadlines vary.