Getting Financial Assistance


How Will You Pay For Your Education?

A college or university education is a big investment. If you want to attend college or university, but need financial help, you have a number of options.

  1. Ask your college or university
    The college or university you plan to attend may offer grants, loans and scholarships. You'll often find these listed in the course calendars of colleges and universities.


    2. Find information on the Ontario Student Assistance Program, check the status of your OSAP application, or even apply online at the OSAP website:

  2. Apply for an OSAP grant or loan
    Students from lower- and middle-income families in Ontario may qualify for grants and loans from the government. These are offered through the Ontario Student Assistance Program, often called OSAP.

What's the difference between OSAP grants and loans?

Some students may get OSAP grants, which do not need to be repaid. Students may also get loans to help pay for their education. You must start repaying your OSAP loans 6 months after you graduate, leave school, or stop being a full-time student.

Getting a loan from OSAP, or any other lender, is a big decision. Be sure you understand the total amount you are borrowing, and how and when you must repay the loan.

Learn more: Visit the Ontario Student Assistance Program website.