Applying for Financial Aid

Undergraduate Students

Students must enrol in full-time studies with a minimum 80% course load (12 semester hours/semester) in order to be eligible for financial aid. View eligibility requirements and exceptions.

Spring 2025 Semester:

If you are a new incoming student beginning your studies in January 2025:

  • Canadian students (including permanent residents): Complete the financial need assessment to apply for need-based funding (TWU Grant). Submit the need assessment by December 1 to allow sufficient time for processing
  • U.S students: Complete the 2024-25 FAFSA to apply for need-based funding (TWU Grant). Complete the FAFSA by December 1 to allow sufficient time for processing.

Fall 2025 – Spring 2026 Academic Year:

The application for Financial Aid & Awards will be available on January 15 for the academic year beginning in September 2025 and ending in April 2026.  

The following programs are not eligible for Financial Aid & Awards:

  • Summer Sessions (courses offered between May – August)
  • Degree Completion programs (Leadership, Psychology and Social Sciences)
  • U1 and other international pathway programs
  • Qualifying or Casual Studies
  • English Language Training programs