Emergency Bursary & Emergency Loan — Okanagan College: by appointment or by phone, at Financial Aid & Awards, Okanagan College Kelowna Campus, 1000 KLO Road, Kelowna, BC. Who it's for: Okanagan College students who are enrolled, attending and in good standing.
Categories: Financial Aid, Post-Secondary Students
If you're an Okanagan College student facing a sudden money problem, the college may be able to help. Funds are limited. ▸ Emergency bursary (you don't pay it back): • For living and school costs right now, but not tuition or fees • You must be enrolled, attending class and making good progress (special situations are looked at case by case) • Students who have used up other help, including government student aid, get first priority ▸ Online learning emergency bursary: • Helps you get a laptop or computer if you don't own or have access to one ▸ Emergency loan (short-term, you pay it back): • For things you need to attend, like books, supplies, rent or food — not tuition or fees • Your tuition must be paid in full, or you must be approved for a government student loan • Not given at the end of a term or study period • You explain why you're short, what else you tried, what the loan pays for, and how you'll repay it ▸ How to apply: 1. Fill out the online application. 2. Attach papers that show your situation, for example an eviction notice, utility disconnection notice or medical prescription. For a textbook loan, attach the bookstore's list of books and prices. 3. Need help? Call Financial Aid & Awards at 250-762-5445 to book a virtual appointment with a Financial Awards Assistant. 4. If approved, pick up your cheque at Student Services (Kelowna campus) or the campus office in Penticton, Vernon or Salmon Arm. Bring photo ID.
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