Financial Aid

1. Determine Your Eligibility.

Make sure your program is eligible for OSAP and that you are meeting course load and academic requirements. 

2. Apply for OSAP.

Follow the process based on your student status (e.g. full-time, part-time) to apply for OSAP. Monitor your application status and make updates as necessary. 

3. Plan for Repayment.

You do not have to repay your OSAP loans during your studies; however, make sure you have all the information you need to maintain your interest-free status and how to repay your loans after you complete your studies. 

Funding for Students Outside of Ontario

Even if you are not a student from or a resident of Ontario, there are financial aid options available to help fund your education.

Provincial and Territorial Funding

You may be eligible for provincial or territorial funding based on the Canadian province or territory where you are a permanent resident. 

U.S. Student Funding

Laurier is approved for the U.S. Direct Loan Program, which is an available financial aid option for students who are U.S. citizens.

Financial Resources

In addition to government and financial aid options, make sure you explore other financial resources available to help alleviate the burdens of education expenses: 

• Apply for scholarships, bursaries and awards. 
• Explore graduate funding opportunities.
• Enhance your money management skills.
• Find employment resources through the Career Centre, on-campus job opportunities on Navigator, Laurier's work-study program (LWSP), the International Student Work Experience Program (ISWEP) and the Government of Canada's Job Bank.