Below are the steps in applying for B.C. and Canada student loans if you are a full-time student.
The latest you can apply for full-time student loans is 6 weeks before your study program ends as long you have provided all the required documentation.
The earliest you can apply for full-time student loans is when applications for the upcoming program year are made available to the public, usually in early June .
You do not have to be accepted into your study program before applying for student assistance, but you will not receive any money until your school confirms you are enrolled in full-time studies and your study period has begun.
After you submit your application for funding, it is assessed. StudentAid BC assesses your financial need considering allowable costs and resources and determines whether or not you will receive funding.
You will receive a notification of assessment that tells you how much funding you will get. If you applied for assistance for full-time studies you can also check the status of your application online.
The receive your funding section describes the steps you need to take to use your funding to pay for school.
If you do not receive funding, you can appeal your assessment.