Undergraduate Engineering Voluntary & Donation Fees

Engineering Donation Fee:

  • $100 - $20 UES; $80 to project fund (this portion is eligible for opt-out)

This fee supports the operations of the Undergraduate Engineering Society (UES) and student led initiatives on projects, teams, groups and clubs for the benefit of all Engineering students. Since its inception in 1991, the donation fee has supported the creativity and successes of our students.

For more information please visit the Undergraduate Engineering Donation Fund website.

Western Engineering Student Endowment Laboratory Fund (WESEL) Fee:

  • $50 to undergraduate laboratory fund

This fee supports the renewal and upgrading of undergraduate laboratories and facilities. An endowed fund has been established and once sufficient funds are accumulated, the expendable portion (4% of endowment) will be utilized annually.

WESEL Equipment Purchase History - select to view projects supported.

Apply to WESEL fund (Note: form will be active during submission period only: Dec - Jan)

Donation Receipt

Tax receipts will be issued to contributing students at the end of February.

Opt-Out Provision

All students pay these fees during the normal registration process, however, if for any reason you do not wish to contribute in this manner, you have a right to opt-out of $80 of the $100 donation fee and/or the $50 laboratory fee. After paying your fees and you wish to opt-out, you must complete the secure on-line request where you will be asked to provide your UWO credentials:  Opt-Out Form

The deadline for submitting opt-out requests is September 30th. 

You will receive a credit to your tuition account if you have fees owing, otherwise a refund will be issued in early November by the Registrar's office.  

To Enroll in Direct Deposit:  Log into your Student Center account, Click on "Enrol in Direct Deposit" in the Finances section and input your banking information.