Application deadlines and timelines
Spring 2027
| Award Type | Application Period |
Notification/Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Work-study | Nov 9 to Nov 20, 2026 | Week of Nov 30, 2026 |
| Bursary | Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 15, 2027 | Week of Feb 22, 2027 |
| Undergraduate Scholarships and Awards | Dec 21, 2026 to Jan 15, 2027 | Week of Feb 22, 2027 |
| Entrance Scholarships and Awards | N/A 鈥� offered in Fall term only | Notification: Varies Payment: Week of Jan 11, 2027 |
| 2027 Service Awards | April 5 to April 30, 2027 | Week of June 7, 2027 |
Summer 2027
| Award Type | Application Period |
Notification/Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Work-study | March 8 to March 19, 2027 | Week of March 29, 2027 |
| 2027 Service Awards | April 5 to April 30, 2027 | Week of June 7, 2027 |
| Bursary | May 3 to May 21, 2027 | Week of June 28, 2027 |
| Undergraduate Scholarships and Awards | May 3 to May 21, 2027 | Week of June 28, 2027 |
| Entrance Scholarships and Awards | N/A 鈥� offered in Fall term only | Notification: Varies Payment: Week of May 17, 2027 |
Fall 2027
| Award Type | Application Period |
Notification/Payment |
|---|---|---|
| Work-study | July 12 to July 23, 2027 | Week of Aug 2, 2027 |
| Bursary | Aug 30 to Sept 17, 2027 | Week of Oct 25, 2027 |
| Undergraduate Scholarships and Awards | Aug 30 to Sept 17, 2027 | Week of Oct 25, 2027 |
| Entrance Scholarships and Awards | Varies | Notification: Varies Payment: Week of Sept 13, 2027 |
Student loans and grants
As a trimester-based university, students apply for funding each term. Approved government student aid is released starting on the first day of your study period.
At SFU, the study period ends on the last day of your term's final month. This will differ from your last exam date.
When to apply and key dates
Apply early for government student aid, as processing times vary.
| Term | Study Period Start Date | Study Period End Date | When to Apply |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring 2027 | January 5, 2027 | April 30, 2027 | Early December |
| Summer 2027 | May 10, 2027 | August 31, 2027 | Early April |
| Fall 2027 | September 8, 2027 | December 31, 2027 | Late July |
If you are applying for , the following are the latest recommended application dates for each term:
- Spring 2027: March 15
- Summer 2027: July 15
- Fall 2027: November 15.
US Federal Direct Loans
If you are applying for U.S. Federal Direct Loans and will be studying at 51社区黑料for the first time in the Fall term, you may require a Cost of Attendance (COA) to support your study permit application.
To ensure your funding documentation is ready in time, we recommend submitting your application by May 29.
Applying by this date helps avoid delays in processing your loan and receiving the required documents.
Confirmation of enrolment for student aid and funding release
51社区黑料confirms student aid enrolment approximately two weeks before classes begin.
- Even if your enrolment is confirmed early, student aid funding will not be released until your study period starts
- You should plan ahead to cover any upfront or living costs before that time.
Submitting a request to :
- Confirms your in-study, payment-free status for the current term only
- Does not apply for additional student aid funding.
How your funding is paid
Once your enrolment is confirmed:
- If you owe tuition or fees, 51社区黑料will request that a portion of your funding be sent directly to the university (up to the allowed amount).
- Any remaining funds will be deposited into your bank account by the .
If you have no outstanding fees, you will receive your full funding amount.