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Financial Aid for Canadian Students

Studying overseas is a huge step for most Canadian students. Financial aid is an option that makes the choice to study that much easier. Bond's financial aid officer, Rodney Turnbull, can assist you with applying for funding.

WHAT ARE THE STEPS THAT STUDENTS HAVE TO TAKE IN THE PROCESS OF APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID?

Most Canadians attending Bond University receive federal financial aid to help fund their tuition.

Applying for a Canada Student Loan is a relatively easy process. All the necessary information can be found at this website:http://www.canlearn.ca/en/student/pay/

The province you live in will determine what forms you receive and the information you must provide as, although a federal aid program, it is partly funded and largely administered by your Province.

Part of the approval process requires school certification. If the relevant forms are forwarded to me, they will be completed and returned within 24 hours.

It is important to remember that loans can only be certified for one year at a time. If your study program is longer than this, you will need to reapply in subsequent years.

IS BOND OFFICIALLY APPROVED IN CANADA AS AN APPROVED EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION?

Yes. Our institution code is VPAH. This should be quoted on your Canada Student Loan applications.

TIPS FOR STUDENTS APPLYING FOR AID

Be well prepared. Figure out how much you will need and ensure you will have access to those funds before you arrive in Australia.

Contact the Student Finance Officer if you have any questions or concerns specifically about your Canada Student Loan or private loan applications or generally about the cost of living on the Gold Coast.

Read all loan forms and agreements carefully. Ensure you are fulfilling your responsibilities. Keep in regular contact with your lenders so that you can pick up on any change in status of your loans. Keep all of your financial aid documents somewhere safe.

Above all, don’t wait until you have only a dollar to your name before seeking help.

If you would like further information, please contact the Student Finance Officer via email: financial_aid@bond.edu.au.

Good luck with your future studies and your application with financial aid!

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