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.

For full-time students, the application process remains unchanged for now. Full-time applicants must continue using the existing student dashboard and online application. StudentAid BC is working to streamline the application process for all students and will introduce the new Student Account for full-time students in the future.

Published June 11, 2024

StudentAid BC applications for the 2024/2025 program year for classes starting between August 1, 2024 and July 31, 2025 are now available.

Updated January 18, 2024

Watch our YouTube video series to learn about the student financial assistance journey from start to finish.

Whether you’re just planning for college or university or have already started your post-secondary studies, these short videos will help you understand how student financial aid works.

Published April 13, 2023

The B.C. government has announced important measures to help make school more affordable and to support individuals who need help repaying their student loans.

Doubling the Provincial Weekly Loan Maximums

Effective, August 1st, 2023, StudentAid BC will double the provincial weekly loan maximums:

Published March 14, 2023

The B.C government announced improved student financial supports to help former youth in care access post-secondary education and trades training.

Starting on August 1st, 2023, StudentAid BC will improve supports for former youth in care by: