Full-time student funding
- To receive student financial assistance through StudentAid BC, you must be a resident of BC.
- For more information, go to the BC Residency Requirement page.
- Available for education and living expenses.
Step 1: Before you apply
Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements::
- You must be registered in at least 60% course load (9 credits) not including repeat or upgrading courses
- Or 40% course load (6 credits) for students with an approved permanent disability status with StudentAid BC
Note:
If you are registering in a course you have previously received a passing grade for, you will need to submit a repeat course form to SABC and get SABC's permission to repeat the course.
Step 2: Where to apply?
Applications are submitted through the Student Aid BC (SABC)Portal. Grants are assessed automatically at the time of loan processing by SABC.
Disclaimer:
Full-time students cannot apply for only a grant.
Step 3: How to apply?
1. Visit StudentAidBC for instructions on how to apply for a Full-Time loan.
2. You must apply for a loan every semester. The program you are registered in at Douglas must match the one you enter on your loan application.
- Check myAccount to confirm the program you are in for the appropriate semester.
- Select the same program from the drop down menu on the loan application.
3. Once your application is processed by SABC, a Notice of Assessment (NOA) will be posted to your SABC Dashboard, within 6 weeks.
- If it's your first time receiving funding or you have not received a loan/grant funding in over two years, you must complete a Master Student Financial Assistance Agreement (MSFAA). Follow the instructions in your SABC portal on how to submit the MSFAA.
- Once received, SABC will request Douglas College to confirm your full-time enrolment.
4. Confirmation of Enrolment:
- Douglas College will confirm your enrolment electronically close to the start date of classes.
- You must meet all eligibility requirements for confirmation.
5. Disbursement of Funds:
- After your MSFAA has been completed and processed and your enrolment is confirmed, your funds will be released.
- Funds are sent after the confirmation of enrolment is completed and it may take 7 - 10 business days to arrive.
- Find more details here: https://studentaidbc.ca/apply/receive#full-time
Step 4: How to pay the Tuition with Loans and Grants?
The tuition amount will be paid directly to Douglas College and the remainder of your approved funds will be sent to your bank account or, for some grants, through a cheque in the mail.
- To confirm that Douglas College has received payment, check your myAccount > Registration > View and Pay Tuition Fees.