FINANCIAL CHECKLIST
2011/2012 Fall & Winter Session Information
Whether you are a new or returning OCAD U student, financial planning is an important step in ensuring your success at university. The Financial Aid & Awards office is here to help. Your education costs may be met by a variety of sources, including OSAP, bursaries, scholarships, awards and opportunities to work on campus. Follow the checklist below and let us help guide you through your financial planning.
- Begin by estimating your expenses.
- Determine your tuition and fees.
- Consider your financial resources. Apply for OSAP or other loan programs as needed. Our recommended deadline for new students to apply for OSAP to ensure that you are considered for the Queen Elisabeth II Scholarship AND that your funding is available in September is Friday, June 17, 2011. Otherwise, our recommended deadline for any student to apply for OSAP to ensure that funding is available in September is Monday, July 18, 2011.
- Attend a new student financial aid information session. Dates to be confirmed.
- Apply for bursaries. Deadlines vary but Monday, July 18, 2011, and Tuesday, September 27, 2011, are key dates!
- Check out and apply for scholarships and awards. Deadlines vary. New students can apply for the Entrance Award by Friday, June 17, 2011.
- If you are an OSAP student, double-check your online application status on the OSAP website to ensure everything is in order.
- If you are an OSAP student, triple-check that you have the required identification (SIN card and valid government-issued photo identification) in order to pick up your funding.
- Meet with us to learn how to make a budget and check out our budgeting tips.
- Pay your tuition fees or submit a Student Loan Deferment Request online (to use your student loan to pay your tuition) by Friday, August 26, 2011, 4 p.m.
- Pick up your student loan according to the disbursement schedule, if applicable.
- Apply for student jobs through OCAD U's work study plan.
- Opt into, or out of, one or both of the Student Insurance Plans (Health & Dental) by Friday, September 30, 2011, if applicable.
- Remember, we're here to help! We're happy to meet with you one-on-one to discuss your circumstances. Contact us.
“You've dealt with me freaking out about being broke. You've seen me at my worst and my best, requesting emergency bursaries and accepting surprising awards. I've been an OCAD U student for six years, and poor for the majority of that time. I never would have gotten this far without all your help, patience and understanding...Please don't forget how many people wouldn't have been able to afford/find help affording education here without you."
Kat O'Shaughnessy, a recent OCAD U graduate
Last Modified:1/24/2012 12:57:29 PM
