Awards of different values and eligibility criteria are available for students with disabilities.
- Scholarships are based on academic achievement, community involvement, or leadership.
- Bursaries are based on demonstrated financial need.
On May 21, UBC will move to a new system called Workday for courses starting in September 2024. Check your email that day for setup instructions. Summer Session students will continue using SSC.
Awards of different values and eligibility criteria are available for students with disabilities.
British Columbia (BC) residents who are student loan approved and have a disability are encouraged to submit a Disability Programs Application to Student Aid BC. Once approved, you may be eligible for grants, additional financial support for services and equipment, and a reduced course load.
You must meet all the following requirements to apply:
Each scholarship or bursary has additional eligibility requirements such as financial need, nature of disability, or demonstrated merit. Read the award descriptions to determine your eligibility for specific awards.
If you are a part-time student and you have a disability that causes you to take a reduced course load, you may be considered for awards even if you registered for fewer than 24 credits per academic year.
For more information, contact an advisor from the Centre for Accessibility.
Detailed instructions are provided on the application form, but before you start your application, make sure you complete the following:
If you're an undergraduate student, please contact your Enrolment Services Advisor directly. To find your advisor’s contact information, log into your Student Service Centre (SSC) and select “UBC Contacts” under Personal Info.
Graduate, postgraduate, and all other students can contact an Enrolment Services Advisor by calling 604 822 9836 or submitting a question through the online form.
You can also connect with the Centre for Accessibility for disability-related accommodations and programming initiatives.