Financial Aid
Loans and Bursaries
When you plan to register for school, one important step is making a budget. Depending on your situation, you may be able to get financial aid.
Did you know that full-time vocational training students can apply for financial help from the Québec government? The Loans and Bursaries Program can help cover the cost of your studies.
Who Can Apply?
You Can Apply If You:
- Are a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident, or a refugee or protected person.
- Live in Québec (by the government’s rules).
- Are in a school and program that the government recognizes.
- Study full time.
What Does “Full Time” Mean?
- Your classes last at least 3 months in a row.
- You are in class at least 15 hours a week.
How Much Money Can I Get?
It Depends On Your Situation:
- How much money you earn.
- What you spend on your studies and living costs.
- Your family situation.
- Your level of study.
- How much your parents, your sponsor, or your spouse earn, in some cases.
To see how much you could get, try the calculator.
When and How Do I Apply?
- You apply online, starting in mid-June, for the next school year.
- If you are accepted, the money covers your studies from August to June.
- You need to apply again every year.
Another Option: Help from Services Québec
If you get social assistance or employment insurance, you may get support from Services Québec instead. Contact your local employment centre (CLE) to see if you qualify.
Get Help from Our Team
To look at your options and talk about your school project, contact one of our academic guidance counsellors from our SARCA team.