Financial Aid and Awards
Notice: StudentAid BC Service Disruption
ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ is aware that StudentAid BC is currently experiencing a disruption in service delivery. This has caused the following:
- No access to the StudentAid BC online application system
- Delays in the processing and disbursement of StudentAid BC payments
Students who are experiencing financial hardship as a result of this disruption are encouraged to contact the ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Awards team at ocawards@okanagan.bc.ca for assistance.
For the most up-to-date information regarding this service disruption, please visit the .
Our Financial Aid and Awards team is available virtually and on campus.
We’ll help you:
- Find the right funding
- Understand financial terms
- Complete your applications
You're not alone—we’re here to support you!
Awards
Awards, scholarships, and bursaries are types of financial aid you don’t have to pay back.
Student loans
Loans are money you borrow for school and must repay after your studies.
Other government funding
You may qualify for extra help, like the Adult Upgrading Grant or the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant.
Other supports
Depending on your program or personal situation, you may qualify for additional funding to help pay for your education.
Youth In Care
If you were in government care, you may be eligible for special funding to help cover your education costs.
Contact Financial Aid and Awards
By Appointment
Book a virtual, phone, or in person appointment to learn more about financial aid at ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½.
Whether you are starting your very first semester or continuing your studies, a student award in the form of a scholarship or bursary can help you achieve your goals.
Ask ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Help Centre
The Ask ÐÇ¿Õ´«Ã½ Help Centre is a one-stop shop to connect you to our self-help resources
By Phone
Call 1-250-762-5445