Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP)
What is it? | Financial aid program to help pay for post-secondary education | |
Area of focus | Education After High School | |
Agency/ Provider | Government of Ontario, Ministry of Advanced Education & Skills Development | |
Description | The Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP) offers two kinds of money:
Through one OSAP application, students have access to a mix of different financial aid programs, depending on their circumstances. When students apply for OSAP they are automatically considered for both grants and loans. If students don’t want to take a loan, they can decline it after their application is approved. Some students who do take loans are eligible for repayment assistance. Students can get OSAP to attend a public or private postsecondary school located anywhere in the world, as long as it’s approved for OSAP. |
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Communities Served | OSAP is open to Ontario residents of any age who are:
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Languages Served | Information on the website is available in English and French. | |
Website | www.ontario.ca/osap | |
Contact Information | 1-877-672-7411 | |
Client Outreach and Support Tips | Ask your clients to confirm that the school or program they plan to attend is approved for OSAP purposes. |