1. Dollars and Sense: Your Financial Life at York University Student Financial Services Fall/Winter 2010-2011

2. Bursaries: Financial need based Scholarships: Merit based (academic) Awards: Combination of financial and merit Scholarships and Awards – October 18, 2010. Awards for Students with Disabilities – January 10, 2011. Undergraduate Bursary – March 4, 2011. Campus Employment – October 25, 2010. *Apply using the Student Financial Profile (SFP)* Scholarships & Bursaries

3. Student Financial Profile (SFP) Apply once per session (Summer and Fall/Winter) A multi-purpose online application form that is used to apply for: Scholarships and Awards Undergraduate Bursary Program Campus Employment eligibility Review the relevant program information Follow the application process and submit any additional information or documents.

4. Work/Study Research at York (RAY) College Life at York (CLAY) Requirements: Canadian citizens, permanent residents or protected persons Demonstrate financial need Be a full-time student (18 credits) - 9 credits per term. Application Process: 1.Complete the Student Financial Profile to determine eligibility 2.Apply for the desired position on the Career Centre job posting board - http://www.yorku.ca/careers Campus Employment Opportunities

5. Processing your OSAP Financial Document Tracker: Check your loan document status through this online tool. http://www.yorku.ca/osfs/osap_trackingdocs.shtml http://www.yorku.ca/osfs/osap_trackingdocs.shtml If your document is ready, book an appointment to pick it up. Loan Zone: Starts August 30 - Sept 23 Pick up is by appointment only Located in the Founders College Computer Lounge (034 Founders College)

6. OSAP Reminders Students can apply up until the end of January each year. No payments as long as you are a full-time student. No interest as long as you are a full-time student. Funds are released in two installments (60% Sept and 40% Jan) Must be a full-time student: 60% course load (9 credits per term) Students with disabilities: 40% course load (6 credits per term)

7. Student Financial Services periodically posts external award opportunities on our Web site. Deadlines are all throughout the year: http://sfs.yorku.ca/scholarships/external/index.htm There are a variety of external search engines on the internet. Here are some examples: Scholarshipscanada.com www.aucc.ca Studentawards.com External Awards

8. Your Student Account  Monitor you student account online  Statements are released online the 18 th of each month  Refunds are released in Nov and March. You may also request one online after the drop dates for courses.  Payments - by phone or online banking. Your student number is your “account” number.

9. Tuition Fees  Term “Y” and “F” course fees are due Sept 10 th  Term “W” course fees are due Jan 10 th  Those that applied for OSAP before June 30 and have a completed application, tuition is due October 10 th Enrolment Deposit  $450  Everyone is required to pay this deposit  Pay once per term (FW and SU)  Reserves your spot in your courses  Has to paid within 5 days of enrolling  If this is not paid you will be de-enrolled from classes Tuition Fees and the Enrolment Deposit

10. Workshops and Events Student Financial Services offers a wide array of workshops on a variety of topics such as: How to Fill out the Student Financial Profile Budgeting 101 Financial Assistance for Students with Disabilities Scholarships, Bursaries and an Award Winning Application

11. Keep mail and e-mail addresses up to date on your Student Record. Bookmark the Current Students Web page. Use self-service options available online – Ask a Student Services Expert. Visit or phone Student Client Services in the morning. Some Survival Tips

12. Questions?