Education is one of the most important investments in life. “Can I afford it?” is a question frequently asked by our students. We will be happy to help you review your options to finance your future.
FINANCIAL AID OPTIONS
Anderson College knows first-hand how stressful and frightening it can be to establish a career in a new country or to build a career in a country you’ve spent years in. Whether you’ve selected the program or are just beginning your research of what Anderson College offers for some students, the financial aspect of paying for school can seem daunting.
After being partner to thousands of students as they transitioned from student to success story, we can say with confidence that your career and your future are absolutely worth the investment and you can afford it.
We want to make the financial part of this process as easy to navigate as possible, so you can get to start-date and then graduation day. We’ve laid out some of the details that can help you below, or feel free to contact us directly and a member of our team will be happy to help you understand your options.
COLLEGE INTEREST-FREE FINANCING
Anderson College provides interest-free financing for self-funded students. For more information, please contact us and speak to one of our advisors.
BANK SOLUTIONS
Most Canadian banks and credit unions offer student loans or lines of credit to finance your education. Please visit your bank or select one of the links below for more information.
For more information on these funding options, please contact us and speak to one of our advisors.
PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT STUDENT ASSISTANCE
Financial assistance may be available to eligible students. Each provincial government has its own financial assistance programs for post-secondary students. Visit https://studentaidbc.ca/ to know more.
ESDC
The Government of Canada is helping to create an educated, skilled, and flexible workforce. They are investing in programs that help individuals and businesses succeed in today’s economy and prepare for the jobs of the future.
For more information on this funding option, please contact us and speak to one of our advisors.
REGISTERED EDUCATION SAVINGS PLANS (RESP)
Students who have been named a beneficiary under a family members’ Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP), may use funds from the RESP to finance their education.
LIFELONG LEARNING PLAN
The Lifelong Learning Plan (LLP) allows you to withdraw from your RRSPs to finance full-time training or education for you or your spouse or common-law partner. For more information, please visit this link.
- Provide up to $10,000 in government support per person for training costs.
- Require employers to contribute one-third of the total costs. There is additional flexibility for small businesses to provide an in-kind contribution towards their share of the costs.
- Require training delivered by an eligible, third-party trainer.
Want Help Navigating All the Options?
No need to do it alone.
Contact a member of our Admissions team and we’ll work with you to match your interests and goals to a program and walk you through the steps that lead to start-day and career success.
