Welcome to the University of Guelph. Please see the helpful information and the checklist below that Student Financial Services has prepared to assist new students and their parents/caregiver/guardian.
OSAP applications:
OSAP applications are completed online through a Ministry portal. The application requirments and documents are determined by the Ministry, however, questions regarding OSAP should be directed to the financial aid office at the institution student plan to attend. At the U of G, OSAP questions and support can be obtained by emailing the OSAP office.
For the majority of students, parents/caregivers/guardians are required to provide infomration from their Notice of Asseesments. When this information is required, OSAP applications cannot persist without it. Students should plan to complete the OSAP application and have their parent/caregiver/guardian on hand to provide information and assist with the application. However, please make sure that the student completes their own OSAP application. Serious misunderstandings and errors can occur when students do not fill out their own applications.
The OSAP application is an integrated application; meaning applicants are being considered for both provincial and federal aid at the same time. The provincial and federal governments assess OSAP eligibility differently. It is important to note that an assessment of financial need is being conducted and not all applicants are approved for assistance. There are many factors being considered and the only way to detemine eligibility for funding is by applying.
OSAP questions from a parent/caregiver/guardian:
Students may grant consent on their OSAP profile to enable U of G staff to communicate with someone other than the OSAP applicant. Consent is required to allow staff to communicate with someone other than the student. In addition, consent must also be given to the U of G. Students should log in to WebAdvisor and locate "Release of Financial Information" under "Financial Information" in the menu on the left-hand side.
First Year Financial Check List
May – August:
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If you don't already have one, find a summer job and save some money for the upcoming year. OSAP expects a student contribution towards their studies.
- Apply as early as possible on the OSAP website. To guarantee OSAP funding is available for the fall semester, applications and all supporting/required documents must be submitted by June 30th. Students can apply to OSAP after June 30th, but there is no guarantee the OSAP application will be processed in time to meet fall payment deadline.
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If you do not have one, open a bank account in your name; you will need your bank account number for your Master Student Financial Assistance Agreement (MSFAA) for OSAP.
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Check your OSAP application and status regulary througout the summer. Ensure to check your 'message centre' for communication regarding your OSAP application.
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Fall tuition, fees, residence and meal plans, if applicable, are posted in the "Account View" section of WebAdvisor in late July. Log in to see your student fee statement for the upcoming semester.
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Check your U of G emails regularly as important information is sent througout the summer.
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Your U of G fall registration must match the course load indicated on your OSAP application. For example, if your OSAP application is for 100% course load, your U of G classes/registration must also be full-time.
September - December:
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Fall tuition payment is due in September. Log in to WebAdvisor and go to "Account View" to see your fee statement. Remember that the University of Guelph charges by the semester. This payment is for fall only.
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If you have performed all the OSAP steps on time, 60% of your OSAP funding should be released the first week of September; the other 40% is released in the winter semester.
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In-course bursary and Work Study applications are due October 7. Read more about in-course bursaries and the Work Study Program.
January:
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Winter tuition is due January. Check your fee statement on WebAdvisor under "Account View."
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The final 40% of your OSAP will be released in January. Make sure you have registered in your winter classes early. Your OSAP cannot be released if you are not enrolled.
Questions?
See our contact information.