Applying

Are you eligible for OSAP assistance? If so, how and when can you apply? What if your personal information or circumstances change after you apply? In this section of the website you can learn about the types of assistance available, and the application process. You can also learn about how to keep your OSAP information up to date and about your responsibilities as a recipient of OSAP assistance.

Learning about OSAP

• Getting started with the OSAP basics

Understanding loans

• Determining your eligibility
• Assistance for full-time students
• Assistance for part-time students
• Special considerations for student groups such as students with disabilities, married students, aboriginal students, graduate students, students receiving social assistance, etc

Applying to OSAP

• Learning how to apply
• Understanding application deadlines
• Checking the status of your application
• How your application information is verified

Maintaining your loan status

• Updating your files
• Maintaining the interest-free status of your full-time loan
• Deferring payment on your part-time loan
• Understanding your responsibilities as an OSAP recipient
• What measures are taken to ensure the security of your information

Getting help

Where to get help with your OSAP application