Applying for government financial aid
Did you know you can apply for student loans and grants online with one application? Submit your application through your home province or territory of residence. Apply in mid-June for programs commencing on or after Aug. 1.
Applications take four to six weeks to process, so be sure to apply early.

Your money

Confirmation of registration letters
Confirmation of registration letters are available to registered students. You can download your confirmation of registration letter through MyCreds.

Upcoming Money Smart workshops
Ready to take control of your finances and make smarter money moves? Summer is the perfect time to level up your financial knowledge. Let's grow those money skills—your future self will thank you!
Register for upcoming Money Smart sessions:
- July 8 - Managing Your Money »
- July 22 - Own Your Financial Future: Managing Debt and Making Credit Work for You »

Phishing Alert
Do not click on any of the links if you receive a phishing email claiming the university is offering a “Summer 2025 Student Bonus." This is a scam. If you did click any links, change your password immediately.
Funding your education
You'll likely use a variety of sources to cover the costs of attending university. This might include awards, scholarships, bursaries, RESPs, money from your family, a part-time job or student loans.
Undergraduate Awards — Financing Your Education
Awards can reduce the cost of your education, lightening the financial burden of student loans and tuition, but they can also be so much more. It’s recognition; it's also a relief and joy. In this video, you’ll see how awards impacted UCalgary students Grace Webber, Angela Situ and Marcus Gee.
Wondering how much your degree will cost? Create a customized estimate with our online cost estimator.