Programs for Part-time Students

If you are studying part-time at a designated post-secondary institution, the following programs may help you:

Part-time Canada student loans - If you are studying part-time at a designated post-secondary institution and your family income falls below a set limit, you may be eligible for the federal part-time student loan program. The application process for part-time loans is different from the process for full-time loans. Learn more about how to apply for part-time loans.

Canada Student Grant for Part-Time Studies - This grant may be available to you if you:

• apply and qualify for a Canada Student Loan
• are from a low-income family as defined by the Canada Student Loans Program
• are enrolled part-time in a program lasting at least 2 years (minimum 32 weeks) at a designated post-secondary institution.

For more information visit the Canlearn website.

Canada Student Grant for Part-time Students with Dependants - This grant may be available to you if you:

• apply and qualify for a Canada Student Loan
• are enrolled part-time in a program (minimum 12 weeks) at a designated post-secondary institution
• have a dependant who will be less than 12 years old at the beginning of the study period
• have an assessed need that exceeds the Grant for Part-Time Studies (which provides a maximum of $1,200)
• borrowed at least $4,000 in Canada Student Loans.

Important: Exceptions can be made for low-income students with dependants 12 or older who have a disability.

For more information visit the Canlearn website.