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Part-Time OSAP
Student aid for Ontario learners
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Closed
Location
Ontario, Canada
Who can apply
Ontario residents of all ages who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons
See full eligibility
Overview
RAFEO provides financial assistance to eligible Ontario students who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons to help finance college, university, and microcertification studies, with maximum aid varying by study mode and school. It can support tuition, books, school fees, living costs for full-time studies, and child care expenses.
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At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Attract or retain talent
- Obtain certifications or accreditations
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 10,000 $
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ontario
Legal structures
- Public or Parapublic institution
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Indigenous Peoples
- Persons with Disabilities
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- College or university studies
- Full-time postsecondary studies
- Part-time postsecondary studies
- Microcertification studies at an approved Ontario postsecondary institution
Documents Needed
- Signature and declaration forms, if requested
- Other supporting documents requested for your application
- Entente maîtresse sur l’aide financière aux étudiants (EMAFE), for full-time or part-time students when required
- Contract de prêt d’études pour une microcertification, for each microcertification application
- Documents establishing income when the CRA cannot verify the income reported on your application
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Ontario residents of all ages who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons
- Students pursuing full-time, part-time, or microcertification studies at approved institutions or programs
Who is not eligible
- Foreign students
- People who are not residents of Ontario
- People who do not meet satisfactory academic progress requirements
- People in default on a student loan
- People who have excess grants or multiple excess loans to repay
Eligible expenses
- Tuition and program fees
- Books, material, supplies, and equipment
- Student fees charged by your school
- Living costs for full-time studies
- Child care expenses for students with children who are studying full-time or part-time
How to apply
- Create your RAFEO account online using your SIN.
- Keep your RAFEO access number and password for future sign-ins.
- Complete and submit the RAFEO application online.
- Provide your school, program, and financial information.
- If required, complete the interactive information module before starting your first full-time or microcertification application.
- Upload any requested signature and declaration forms and other supporting documents, or send them to your financial aid office if needed.
Processing and Agreement
- Once you submit your application and all required documents are received, it is normally processed in 4 to 6 weeks.
- You can check the status of your application in your RAFEO account.
- The Ministry verifies your SIN, personal information, and income with EDSC, the CRA, and Ontario programs.
- Your school verifies your program dates and costs and confirms your enrolment before payment is released.
- Full-time and part-time aid is normally paid in two instalments, while microcertification aid is paid in one instalment and deposited by the CSNPE to your bank account and school, if applicable.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Part-Time OSAP Program
What is the Part-Time OSAP?
RAFEO provides financial assistance to eligible Ontario students who are Canadian citizens, permanent residents, or protected persons to help finance college, university, and microcertification studies, with maximum aid varying by study mode and school. It can support tuition, books, school fees, living costs for full-time studies, and child care expenses.
How much funding can be received?
Part-Time OSAP Funds up to $10,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Part-Time OSAP program?
To be eligible for the Part-Time OSAP program, you must:
The applicant must be an Ontario resident of all ages
The applicant must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
The school or microcertification must be approved for RAFEO aid
What expenses are eligible under Part-Time OSAP?
College or university studies
Full-time postsecondary studies
Part-time postsecondary studies
Microcertification studies at an approved Ontario postsecondary institution
Who can I contact for more information about the Part-Time OSAP?
You can contact Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) or by phone at 807-343-7260.
Where is the Part-Time OSAP available?
The Part-Time OSAP program is available the province of Ontario.
Who are the financial supporters of the Part-Time OSAP?
Part-Time OSAP is funded by Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), Ministry of Colleges and Universities