
Financial Aid and Awards

Thank you so much for your patience while we worked to get the High School Entrance application up and running.
To apply for awards you will need to apply through your myOkanagan portal. Login using your OC student email address (typically firstname.lastname@myokanagan.bc.ca) and password.
Prior to logging in you may need to setup the following:
If you had previously applied before January 9th using myOkanagan, you will not need to re-apply with this format, but please ensure that you have completed all the necessary sections.
Awards requirements (as soon as available or no later than the documentation deadline):
Please see individual award criteria for specific course load requirements.
Don't delay, apply now!
Financial Aid and Awards staff provide service to students both virtually and face-to-face. We can help you find the resources, make sense of terminology, and assist with applications. Book an appointment, come to a virtual drop-in or ask a team member.
Awards are funding that the student does not need to repay.
Loans are funding that the student is required to repay.
Other funding is available such as upgrading and former youth in care.
Depending on your studies or situation, there may be additional sources of funding available for your education.
Have a few quick questions to ask but don't want to book an appointment? Meet with us in a virtual drop-in session.
Participants will:
Drop-in dates and times are:
Book a virtual or phone appointment to learn more about financial aid at OC.
Whether you are starting your very first semester or continuing your studies, a student award in the form of a scholarship or bursary can help you achieve your goals.
Awards are available for full-time or part-time students in:
Note: Be sure to include your full name and OC student ID #
For general inquiries: financialaid@okanagan.bc.ca
For award inquiries: awards@okanagan.bc.ca
For upgrading inquiries: upgradinggrants@okanagan.bc.ca
Book an appointment online through the online booking system below.
September to April (Monday-Friday): 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
May to August (Monday-Friday): 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.