Financing my studies
- Scholarships
- Student Financial Assistance (SFA)
- Sources of funding according to your student profile
All along your university experience, establishing a financial plan will be an asset and allow you to focus on your studies rather than on your bank account. To develop this plan, you’ll need to take time and look for different sources of funding based on your student profile to create a personal budget. To help you maintain a good financial health, the Bureau des bourses et de l’aide financière de l’Université Laval can provide you with resources and tools to learn how to finance your studies and manage your budget.
Scholarships
For all students
Remember that scholarships are different from government loans and bursaries. You may be eligible for a scholarship even if you don’t qualify for the student loans and bursaries program. Scholarships are not awarded exclusively for academic excellence. In fact, there are a multitude of scholarships available, with different eligibility criteria established by the donors.
Add scholarships to your favourites!
To optimize your search in the scholarship directory, we recommend the following approach:
- Enter your IDUL and password in the Login tab: You will be able to view all the scholarships that match your profile.
- Add to your favourites any scholarships you may qualify for during your studies: This will save you time and increase your chances of getting a scholarship.
Student Financial Assistance (SFA)
For Canadian citizens and permanent residents
Why choose SFA over other funding sources? Because SFA runs the student loans and bursaries program, a great way to get funding that offers many benefits.
Another available loan option is a line of credit, which allows you to borrow a predefined amount. The table below lays out the key differences between these two types of loans.
Advantages of student loans and bursaries over a line of credit
Student loans and bursaries | Line of credit | |
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Interest during your studies | The government pays the interest while you’re studying full time | You pay the interest during your studies or have it added to your debt |
Application process | No credit check | Credit check required |
Other features |
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Other benefits |
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The full amount must be repaid after your studies |
The student loans and bursaries program is very simple and everything is online. It can make a real difference in helping you pay for your education. Confirm your eligibility and complete the online application today to find out how much assistance you can receive based on your situation.
Eligibility RequirementsSources of funding according to your student profile
The team at Bureau des bourses et de l’aide financière de l’Université Laval offers comprehensive services to help you find funding for your studies. To facilitate your search, we have identified potential funding sources based on your legal status and your level of study.