Post-Secondary Student Support Program

The Post-Secondary Student Support Program (PSSSP) provides eligible First Nations students with funding to access education opportunities at the post-secondary level, including university and college entrance preparation programs.

Who is Eligible?

Students must meet all of the following eligibility requirements:

• Be a First Nations student registered under the Indian Act; and
• Not currently hold membership with a First Nation/Band and therefore not be eligible to apply for post-secondary funding through a Band.

Please note: This funding is specifically for students who do not have Band membership. Students who are Band members are not eligible, including in cases where their Band has already fully allocated or expended its available post-secondary funding.

Eligible students may be affiliated or connected with a BC First Nation/Band without holding Band membership, or they may be registered on the BC General List.

How do I apply?

Applications for PSSSP must be completed and submitted to education@bcaafc.com by 5:00 p.m. on the application deadline.

A complete application includes:

• Application Form – completed and signed
• A copy of your Status Card – front and back
• Proof of Acceptance/Enrollment – from the post-secondary institution you will be attending
• Cost of Tuition, Books, and Fees – for each semester that you are applying for PSSSP funding for
• Verification of any Dependents Claimed – (i.e. birth certificates, marriage certificate if applicable)

Successful applicants must submit the following documents as soon as they are made available:

• Proof of Registration – for the upcoming semester
• Official Transcripts – official transcripts from your most recent schooling

How is Funding Allocated?

This funding is intended to increase access to post-secondary education for eligible students. Our priority is to cover the costs of tuition, fees, and books for as many applicants as possible.  If there are remaining funds, we will then look to provide a living allowance to successful applicants based on financial need.  The living allowances are meant to be supplementary; they are not meant to cover all living expenses or to replace a regular employment income.

Please note: funding is limited. Not all students may be funded, and partial funding may be awarded.