WELC Refund Policy

Refund of Tuition

If you choose to leave the Academic English Program (AEP) or English & Academic Skills Enhancement (EASE) program, an application for withdrawal must be submitted in writing to the Director of Western English Language Centre by 4:00 p.m. on the Friday of the second week of classes during the term.

If you choose to leave the English Boost program, an application for withdrawal must be submitted in writing to the Director of Western English Language Centre by 4:00 p.m. on the second day of classes during the term.

Applicants for withdrawal will receive the remainder of their monies paid (by cheque), less a $500.00 CAD administrative fee. If you submit your application for withdrawal after this time period, you will not receive a refund for that term/program.

Refund for Residence Deposits

Please see the Western Residence Frequently Asked Questions page.

General Information on Refunds

Refunds are normally issued by cheque.
Refunds issued by other methods are subject to a service charge.
Refunds will only be issued to the applicant/students and cannot be transferred or assigned.
A student may be expelled or suspended from his or her course and/or accommodations if he or she commits a scholastic offense and/or breaches Western University’s Code of Student Conduct. No refunds will be issued in the case of suspension and/or expulsion.