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Assistance for Part-Time Students

Students who are taking from 20 to 59 percent of a full course load are considered part-time students. What kinds of assistance are available to part-time students? How can you apply? How will you get your money? On this section of the website you will find detailed information about OSAP assistance for part-time students.

Types of Assistance Available:

If you are a part-time postsecondary student, you may be eligible for funding through one of the following programs:

Part-Time Canada Student Loan and/or Canada Student Grants.

• Maximum assistance for Part-Time Canada Student Loan and Grants
• How to apply
• Application deadlines
• Getting your money
• Deferring payment on your part-time loan

Ontario Special Bursary Program

If you are a part-time postsecondary student who requires disability-related services and equipment to participate in postsecondary studies, you may be eligible to apply for funding through one of the following programs:

• Bursary for Students with Disabilites
• Canada Student Grant for Services and Equipment for Persons with Permanent Disabilities

Repayment Assistance for part-time students

The government of Canada provides repayment assistance for students who received Part-time Canada Student Loans.