Financial Aid and Awards

Financial Aid and Awards

StudentAid BC application system changes (June 19-23, 2026)
StudentAid BC is launching a new Application System.
Submit your application for the current program year by June 19 at 3:00 PM (PST). If you don’t submit by this deadline, any draft applications will be cancelled.
The system will be unavailable June 20–22.
Starting June 23, apply through the new Student application system at www.studentaidbc.ca.

Learn more about the upcoming transition and required student actions.

Invest in your education: Financial aid support at UFV

Financing your post-secondary education is a significant commitment. At UFV, we’re here to support you with tools, advice, and access to loans, grants, bursaries, scholarships, and awards. Each year, millions in financial aid is distributed to our students through our Financial Aid and Awards office. Explore your options below or connect with us for personalized guidance.

Apply for student loans & grants

Apply for full-time or part-time government student financial aid through StudentAid BC for your studies.

Find scholarships & bursaries

Search for entrance and leadership awards, scholarships, and bursaries available to UFV students.

Speak with a financial aid advisor

Book an appointment with a financial aid advisor to explore funding options and get personalized support.

Financial aid options

Entrance scholarships

Start your journey at UFV with a strong financial foundation. Explore a range of entrance scholarships available to new students entering directly from high school.

Scholarship & leadership awards

Recognizing academic excellence and community involvement, these awards celebrate your achievements inside and outside the classroom. Open to current UFV students across programs.

Bursaries

Bursaries are non-repayable awards based on financial need. If you are facing financial challenges while studying at UFV, see what support is available through our bursary programs.

Student loans and grants

UFV offers a variety of need-based aid options such as government grants, part-time funding, and adult upgrading support. Designed to help reduce financial barriers for eligible students.

UFV Continuing Education funding

Taking Continuing Education (CE) courses at UFV? Explore funding options that may be available to support your short-term or professional development programs.

External awards

Access scholarships and bursaries offered by organizations outside of UFV. These awards are often open to a wide range of students and can significantly help with your education costs.

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