NEW FOR SPRING 2025 PART-TIME Funding APPLICATION
StudentAid BC (SABC) will be transitioning to online applications. A new online part-time application portal will be launched late November 2024. The exact launch date will be announced by mid-November.
- Note: PAPER/PDF APPLICATIONS WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED AFTER November 8, 2024.
- Students will have to submit their part-time applications online through the Student Information Management System (SIMS) after it launches.
- Applicants will be required to login by using the B.C. Services Card app.
- Students should set up their B.C Services Card app as soon as possible.
- Students who are applying for Spring 2025 must apply through StudentAid BC Student Information Management System (SIMS)
Advisor Connect, KPU’s online platform for booking appointments with Academic Advisors, Financial Advisors, Accessibility Advisors, Study Abroad Support, and Career Coaches, will be temporarily unavailable on Tuesday, April 1, 2025, due to system upgrades. During this time, students and staff will be unable to book new appointments. Service will resume on Wednesday, April 2, 2025.
If you have any questions, please contact advisor@kpu.ca or contact our Front Desk at 604-599-2828. For Financial Aid questions please contact finaid@kpu.ca or our Front Desk at 604-599-2700.
Thank you for your patience and understanding!
Welcome to Student Awards and Financial Assistance (SAFA)
Whether you’re a new, current or senior student, SAFA has a variety of supports to help fund your KPU program.
Financial Aid Advisors can provide information, assistance and guidance on financial resources to meet your individual needs.
I would like to apply to KPU. What scholarships and awards are available to new students?
Major Entrance Scholarships and Awards:
- 6 President’s Scholarships of $30,000 each
- 18 Merit Awards of $7,500 each
- 3 Indigenous Merit Awards of $7,500 each
I might not have enough money to pay for my studies. What can I do?
We can explore student loans, bursaries and emergency assistance depending on your needs and eligibility. Contact us to book an appointment with a Financial Aid Advisor about your options.
My friend told me about other available funding options. Can you tell me more?
Several programs are available:
Important Dates & Deadlines
| January | February | March | April |
|---|---|---|---|
15 – FALL General Awards application opens 16 – Horticulture Awards application opens 16 – KPU Student Leadership Awards application opens 20 – SPRING Bursary application closes | 15 – Horticulture Awards application closes 15 – SPRING Major Entrance Awards application opens 28 – KPU Student Leadership Awards application closes 28 – SPRING Term SEEF application deadline 28 – Graduation Awards (June Convocation) application closes | 6 - Food Security Grant application opens 31- FALL General Awards application closes | 15 – FALL Major Entrance Scholarships application closes 20 – SUMMER Bursary application opens |
| May | June | July | August |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 – SUMMER Bursary application closes | 30 – SUMMER Term SEEF application deadline | 15 - Spring Major Entrance Award application closes 20 – FALL Bursary application opens |
| September | October | November | December |
|---|---|---|---|
01 – Graduation Awards (February Convocation) application opens 20 – FALL Bursary application closes | 15 – FALL Major Entrance Awards application opens 31 – FALL Term SEEF application deadline 31 – Graduation Awards (February Convocation) application closes | 01 – Graduation Awards (June Convocation) application opens | 20 – SPRING Bursary application opens |
Contact Us
Hours: Monday – Thursday, 9:00AM-4:00PM
Friday – 9:00AM – 2:00PM
Phone: 604-599-2700
Email: finaid@kpu.ca
Closed March 13 from 1 to 4pm for training.
Appointments may be: Virtual or by Phone. In-person appointments are available upon request.
KPU Surrey
Maple Building, Room 138
12666 72 Avenue
Surrey, BC V3W 2M8