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Part-Time OSAP
Support for part-time postsecondary studies
Funding available
$ 10,000
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ontario, Canada
Overview
Part-Time OSAP helps eligible students cover tuition, books, and fees. The maximum support depends on your study load and school, and part-time funding does not include living costs.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
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
- Part-time postsecondary study
- Part-time study in undergraduate, law, continuing education, or graduate programs
Documents Needed
- Required OSAP documents listed on your application
- Signature and declaration pages, if requested
- Proof of income, if requested
- Disability Verification Form, if applicable
- Schedule 2 form, if maintaining interest-free status
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Undergraduate students
- Law students
- Continuing education students
- Graduate students in a part-time program
Who is not eligible
- Students taking more than a part-time course load
- Graduate students not in a part-time program
Eligible expenses
- Tuition
- Books
- Program fees
- Required documents and forms related to funding administration
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Living expenses
- Costs outside tuition, books, and fees
Eligible geographic areas
- Ontario
Selection criteria
- Program registration and study load are reviewed.
- Financial need and family income are considered.
- Disability and dependent-child status can affect support.
How to apply
- Step 1: Create or access your OSAP account
- Register online with your SIN.
- Keep your OSAP access number and password.
- Step 2: Complete the application online
- Submit the part-time OSAP application through the OSAP portal.
- Provide school, program, and financial information.
- Step 3: Upload required documents
- Upload all requested documents directly to your OSAP account.
- Follow up if additional documents are requested.
- Step 4: Review your assessment and message centre
- Check your OSAP message centre for updates and assessment results.
- Step 5: Confirm enrolment and receive funding
- TMU confirms enrolment electronically.
- Funding is then released online to your school account and bank account if applicable.
Processing and Agreement
- Application and documents are reviewed after submission.
- Assessment is sent through the OSAP message centre.
- Enrolment is confirmed before funding is released.
- Funding is disbursed online, first to the school account and then to the bank account if money remains.
- Academic progress is checked each term.
Additional information
- Applications are submitted through an OSAP account.
- Students must re-apply each term.
- Updates are sent through the OSAP message centre.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Part-Time OSAP Program
What is the Part-Time OSAP?
Part-Time OSAP helps eligible students cover tuition, books, and fees. The maximum support depends on your study load and school, and part-time funding does not include living costs.
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:
Enrolled in an OSAP-approved program
Studying part-time
Previous OSAP loans in good standing
What expenses are eligible under Part-Time OSAP?
Part-time postsecondary study
Part-time study in undergraduate, law, continuing education, or graduate programs
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