Eligible part-time students pursuing post-secondary education can access financial aid to help cover their expenses. Students may receive up to $10,000 in federal loans, along with additional grant funding. If you are an applicant with dependants, additional grant funding may be available to you.

To qualify for Part-time Student Aid, students must be enrolled in a designated post-secondary institution and taking between 20% and 59% of a full course load. Generally, a standard university course load is defined as follows:

5 courses = 100% course load
4 courses = 80% course load
3 courses = 60% course load
2 courses = 40% course load
1 course = 20% course load

*If you are attending a college, trade/technical, or international institution it is suggested you follow up with your school to determine how they define a full-time course load, as they may not use the standard university model.

For students with approved disabilities, the required course load is between 20% and 39%. If you are a student with a permanent, persistent or prolonged disability, enrolled in at least 40% and less than 60% of a full-time course load, you may elect to apply through the full-time application if you wish, otherwise you will be considered part-time. Additionally, you may be eligible to receive the Canada Student Grant for Students with Disabilities.

Note: To be eligible for part-time funding, the program of study you are applying for must have an approved full-time equivalent at the institution you are attending.

How do I apply?

Please select the appropriate application from below that corresponds with your year of study. You will need your school to complete the Section D for you.

Part-Time classes 2024 - 2025:

• 2024-2025 Application Part-Time Studies (English)
• 2024-2025 Application Part-Time Studies (French)

Part-Time classes 2023 - 2024:

• 2023-2024 Application Part-Time Studies (English)
• 2023-2024 Application Part-Time Studies (French)

How do I submit my application?

Once you have completed your application, you may submit it to the Nova Scotia Student Assistance Office by:

Mail:
Nova Scotia Student Assistance Office
PO Box 2290 Halifax Central
Halifax, Nova Scotia
B3J 3C8

Fax:
ATTN: Student Assistance
902-424-0540

In-Person:
Nova Scotia Student Assistance Office Drop Box
The Thompson Building
1256 Barrington Street
Halifax, Nova Scotia

If you are unable to use any of these methods, please contact our Nova Scotia Student Assistance Contact Centre:
Local Calls: 902-424-8420
Toll Free: 1-800-565-8420

Hours of operation are Monday to Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm