Student loans and emergency funding
There’s money to support you
If you’re an NIC student and facing unexpected circumstances preventing you from completing your studies, you may be eligible for needs-based emergency funding to cover the essentials – including books, groceries, transportation, childcare or school supplies.
Government aid
StudentAid
StudentAid BC helps eligible BC students access loans, grants, scholarships and other programs to pay for their post-secondary education. StudentAid BC loans are available for full-time and part-time students.
In November 2024, StudentAid BC is launching a new online application for the part-time Canada Study Grant. To support the transition to the online system, paper part time studies applications will be accepted until October 11, 2024. Email advising@nic.bc.ca for more information.
Upgrading Funding
Your personal situation might entitle you to access other forms of funding, including Upgrading or funding for students with disabilities.
Former Youth in Care
Funding is also available for former youth in care.
Out-of-Province Aid
If you have not yet lived in BC for the past 12 months, you likely need to apply for out-of-province student aid. If you are receiving out-of-province funding and require information from NIC to complete the process, or have questions about the process, contact an advisor. You can also visit your home province or territory’s financial aid page for more information.