Financing University Ruth MacNeil, Associate Registrar: Student Awards November 2015

LOOKING FORWARD

OVERVIEW University – How much does it cost? Entrance Scholarships Available funding through automatic scholarships (grid) Entrance Bursaries Donor Supported Scholarships Ontario Tuition Grant Program Laurier Work Study Program WEBINAR

HOW MUCH WILL IT COST? ExpenseEstimated Yearly Costs* Tuition$6,160 - $8,300 Ancillary/Compulsory Fees$860 - $1000 (includes Health Plan) Books/Supplies$1,600 - $1,800 Residence$4,650 - $7,500 Meal Plan (mandatory for students living in residence) $4,314 - $4,994 Yearly Total$16,724 - $23,594 Total less residence and meal plan$8,620 - $11,100

Automatic Entrance Scholarships are projected at the time of admission based on your entering average They are then awarded based on the best six final grade 12U/M marks Two main automatic scholarship programs: Entrance Scholarship Grid President's Gold Scholarship ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIPS

ENTRANCE SCHOLARSHIP GRID CONTINUED…

PRESIDENT’S GOLD SCHOLARSHIP $18,000 over four years (or $23,000 in 5 year double degree programs) $3,000 in first year Three or four additional years at $5,000 per year if maintain an annual GPA 10.5 or higher in 5 full credits over one academic year (September through August annually) Open to all faculties Students with 95% average or higher based on midterm or final grades

Based on financial need Maximum value: $2000 Application opened in early December Complete the online form through LORIS by: April 18th, :59pm ENTRANCE BURSARY

OTHER AWARDS & SCHOLARSHIPS Refer to the Student Awards database for information on other competitive awards and scholarships available to all students; To be considered for all other university awarded scholarships, students may submit an “Entrance Student Profile” Opens in mid June and closes at the end of July. Watch your “mylaurier” account for notification.

ONTARIO TUITION GRANT PROGRAM Receive $1830 in funding to help off-set financial costs for attending a post-secondary institution Funding disbursed in 2 installments. One per semester/maximum of 2 terms Criteria: Students must be enrolled full time Students must be within 4 years of high school graduation Family income must be less than $160,000 OSAP students automatically assessed for assistance. Online application: same link as OSAP

LAURIER WORK STUDY PROGRAM What is LWSP? Part-time work opportunity on campus First-come, first serve Needs based Funding between $2000 to $3000 annually How do I apply? Visit the Student Awards office website early in the academic year as there is normally a waiting list

WEBINARS MONEY MATTERS Wednesday, Dec. 9 8 p.m. Paying for university is probably the largest investment that you’ll make in your entire life, besides buying a house. Let us show you how to pay for it – because money does matter. This session is for both students and parents. In this session we'll discuss the hidden features of OSAP, scholarship and bursary opportunities, how to pay your fees, additional first-year costs, on-campus job opportunities, and more. 1. – Menuwww.wlu.ca 2.Information for Future Students 3.Info Just for You ….. High School Students Webinars

MORE QUESTIONS? Contacting Student Awards Contacting Admissions Office