Students Finance (Part-time Studies)

Eligibility for Funding for Part-time Post-Secondary Studies

Student funding assistance programs are available to Albertans who want to pursue part-time post-secondary studies. There are two sources of part-time funding for Alberta students; the provincial and/or the federal government.

You only need to apply on one application, the Alberta Application for Financial Assistance for Part-time Post-Secondary Studies. Depending on your eligibility, you may receive both Alberta and Canada part-time funding. The application is available at Alberta Services Centres, Canada-Alberta Service Centres and the financial aid office at your school.

The following is general information for part-time post-secondary funding:

• apply 6-8 weeks prior to the start of your course(s).
• the funding is intended to help cover the cost of tuition, books, travel and daycare (if applicable).
• you must pass your course(s).

The following are general eligibility requirements for part-time post-secondary funding:

• you must reside in Alberta while you are a part-time student.
• you must demonstrate financial need.
• eligibility for funding is determined by using an income threshold table based on line 150 of your income tax return. You will only be considered for funding if your income and assets are less than the amounts outlined in the Income Threshold Charts.
• you and your spouse’s/partner’s income will be considered in determining your eligibility for funding.
• any federal or provincial loans you have must be in good standing.
• courses must lead to a certificate, diploma or degree.