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Student Financial Aid

Financing Your Education at Skilled Trades College

Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify.

Learn About OSAP Eligibility
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GENERAL FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE INFORMATION

Financial Assistance May Be Available

At Skilled Trades College, we understand that financing your education is an important consideration. Financial assistance may be available for those who qualify.

For comprehensive information about financial assistance options, eligibility requirements, and application processes, please visit the official Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) website.

OSAP and Skilled Trades College Programs

APPROVED PROGRAMS

Plumber Pre-Apprenticeship

Students enrolled in the Plumber Pre-Apprenticeship may be eligible, if qualified, for loans, grants, or awards granted under the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Construction and Maintenance Electrician Pre-Apprentice

Students enrolled in the C&M Electrician Tech Pre-Apprentice may be eligible, if qualified, for loans, grants, or awards granted under the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

HVAC Tech Pre-Apprenticeship

Students enrolled in the HVAC Tech pre-Apprenticeship may be eligible, if qualified, for loans, grants, or awards granted under the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Intro to Home Renovation

Students enrolled in the Intro to Home Renovation may be eligible, if qualified, for loans, grants, or awards granted under the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP).

Important note

Only the programs listed above are approved for OSAP eligibility. Students must meet all OSAP eligibility requirements as determined by the Ministry.

Understanding OSAP Eligibility

ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION

Eligibility for financial assistance under OSAP is determined by the Ontario Ministry of Colleges and Universities based on criteria including:

Canadian citizenship, permanent resident status, or protected person status

Ontario residency requirements

Financial need assessment

Enrollment in an approved program of study

Academic requirements

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Important

Skilled Trades College does not determine OSAP eligibility. All applications are assessed by the Ministry, and assistance under OSAP is dependent upon the Minister's determination of a student's eligibility.

For complete eligibility requirements and to apply, please visit the official OSAP website.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP):
The Ministry will assess your application and determine your eligibility.

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Applying for Financial Assistance

1

Visit the official OSAP website at

2

Create or log into your OSAP account

3

Complete the online application

4

Provide required documentation

5

Submit your application

Other Financial Planning Resources

ADDITIONAL FINANCIAL RESOURCES

In addition to government financial assistance programs, students may wish to explore:

  • Personal savings and budgeting strategies

  • Family contributions

  • Part-time employment opportunities

  • Scholarship and bursary opportunities (non-OSAP)

  • Financial planning tools and resources

For information about non-OSAP financial aid options, please contact our Student Services office.

Questions About Financial Assistance?

For Qs about OSAP

Please visit the official OSAP website or contact OSAP directly:

cONTACT osap

For Qs about Skilled Trades College programs

Contact our Admissions Office:

CONTACT SKILLED TRADES COLLAGE

DISCLAIMER

Fine Print: Skilled Trades College is an approved institution for the purposes of the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) for select programs. Approval does not guarantee student eligibility for OSAP assistance. All OSAP applications are assessed by the Ministry of Colleges and Universities. Eligibility for loans, grants, or awards is determined solely by the Ministry based on their criteria. For current information about OSAP, please visit OSAP PROGRAM.

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