Concordia University of Edmonton offers comprehensive resources about student financial aid options. Start by exploring our scholarships and awards and estimating university costs.
COVID-19 (Coronavirus) related supports
COVID-19 Supports for Albertans
Alberta Student Loans Repayment Deferral
Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan: Support for Canadians
* Canadian Emergency Student Benefit – Applications now open
Apply Now for the Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB)
If you are a post-secondary student or recent graduate (post-secondary or high school) who is unable to find work due to COVID-19, you can apply for the CESB.
When to apply: the application opened May 15, 2020
Where to apply: submit an application on the Canada Revenue Agency Website (CRA)
How much is the benefit: $1,250 for each 4-week period (May-August)
Get Ready: If you have not filed taxes, create a CRA My Account and set up direct deposit. There is a great video showing you how to register for My Account. Make sure you are using an up-to-date browser as an older browser will not be able to access CRA’s secure online services.
Other Financial Aid Questions? Contact a Concordia Financial Aid Advisor by email at finaid@concordia.ab.ca. We can also meet virtually by setting up a Google hangout.
* Canada Student Loan Program Improvements
* Canada Student Service Grant
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Taking a class this summer?
How to Apply for Student Loan Funding for Spring and Summer Terms
Student Loan Virtual Workshops
Need help completing a government student loan application for Fall 2020?
The 2020-2021 funding application will be available in June. We are happy to meet with you throughout the summer in a virtual session through Google Meet.
Click here to sign up for a session.