Nova Scotia

Student Assistance

Easy application

Tax filing not required

This benefit may lead to others

If you qualify for this benefit you may be able to get other related benefits, including:

    The Student Assistance program provides loans and funding to individuals pursuing post-secondary education.

    Before you apply, please review the information provided on the First Time Applicants information page.

    You can find a list of the funding available on the Loans and Grants for Full-Time Studies page.

    To qualify for Nova Scotia Student Financial Assistance for Full-Time Studies, you must:

    • Be a Canadian citizen, Landed Immigrant (with proof for first-time applicants), or Protected Person.
    • Have a valid Social Insurance Number (SIN).
    • Be a resident of Nova Scotia (or any province for Part-Time Studies).
    • Be enrolled in a designated, full-time program leading to a degree, diploma, or certificate.
    • Maintain good standing on any previous student loans.
    • Meet academic requirements (pass 60% of a full course load, or 40% if you have a disability).
    • You must also qualify for Canada Student Loans and Grants to access Nova Scotia assistance.

    To begin the application process, please visit the Application Page to create a MyPath account and get started.

    Applications for full-time funding must be submitted online, using the current year's application within MyPATH. All Student Assistance information to you, including assessment of your calculated need, is posted inside your MyPATH account.

    Last reviewed: August 14, 2026