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Apply for student loans, grants, and other financial aid programs through StudentAid BC

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StudentAid BC processes requests in the order they are received. This includes mail, email, appeals, uploaded documents, callback requests, and other submissions related to full-time and part-time applications or general inquiries.

We are currently processing:

  • All incoming requests received on or after:
    Jul 03
  • Additional, detailed processing information:
  • Institution Designation Applications
    Jul 15
  • Pending Offering Requests
    Aug 07
  • Institution Offering Change Request
    Aug 04
  • Institution Student Change request
    Jul 30
  • Exceptions
    Jul 21
  • Student Change Requests
    Jul 10
  • Appeals
    Jul 19
  • Disability Status Application (Disability Verification Form; Appendix 8)
    Aug 14
  • Disability Program Service Request
    Jul 29
  • Service Provider Receipts - Reconciling Canada Student Grant Funding for students with disabilities
    Jul 29
  • Institution and Program Information (Appendix 3)
    Jul 08
  • Request for Reassessment (Appendix 7)
    Jul 06
  • Next Appeal Committee Meeting
    Aug 27

Latest News

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  • StudentAid BC applications for 2026/27 are now open

    Published June 23, 2026

    StudentAid BC applications for the 2026/27 program year are now available for studies starting between August 1, 2026, and July 31, 2027.

  • Changes to student aid for students at private schools

    Updated June 9, 2026

    Starting August 1, 2026, if you are planning to go to a private college or university, there are important changes you need to know about. These changes affect the money you can receive through StudentAid BC and the federal Canada Student Financial Assistance Program.

  • Student aid scams – How to protect yourself

    Published January 20, 2026

    Scams targeting students are becoming more common. If you’re applying for StudentAid BC funding, you need to stay alert to protect your personal and financial information. Falling for a scam can put your privacy and financial security at risk.

  • New Student Account and application for part-time students

    Updated December 12, 2024

    StudentAid BC has launched a new Student Account and application for part-time students. This new system is replacing the old paper application and will make it easier to apply for part-time student aid.