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Finance your BCYC program

Financing your education is easier than you think. UVic is offering more scholarships, grants and awards to more new students than ever before.

What will it cost?

How will I pay?

On top of your savings, summer job earnings and contributions from your family, there are several ways to make ends meet, including:

Awards and scholarships

Undergraduate scholarships and bursaries

If you have any questions about financing your education, please contact Student Awards & Financial Aid Email: 

Finance for indigenous students

Tuition and fees

You'll find current tuition fees on the Accounting site. Be sure to budget for additional funds for travel, recreation, and clothing. A breakdown of these costs can be found on the financial aid site.

Awards and bursaries

UVic offers $3.7 million in scholarships and bursaries each year. All students are encouraged to apply for student scholarships, bursaries, and loans.

In addition to the general entrance and in-course scholarships, there are more than 40 different awards and bursaries for Indigenous students.

Students who demonstrate reasonable academic standing and financial need can also apply for many bursaries and non-repayable awards.

UVic's Work Study program offers on-campus part-time paid jobs to students in financial need.

For more information about costs and methods of payment, visit the Student Awards and Financial Aid site.

Funding and sponsorships

Sponsored Indigenous students should report the name and address of their sponsor to the Office of Indigenous Academic & Community Engagement, who can provide the sponsor with appeal materials or course information on your behalf.

If you are fully funded by an Indigenous organization you're still eligible to apply for a student loan. BC residents can apply to the . 

Finance for international students

International student fees are different than domestic ones. UVic offers many resources to assist international students: