Post-Care Tuition Waiver Program

The Saint Mary’s University Post-Care Tuition Waiver Program supports individuals who have lived in care in the Nova Scotia child welfare system – including Mi’kmaw Family and Children’s Services of Nova Scotia – or have been in receipt of the Department of Community Services' Youth Services Program. This bursary covers up to 100% of tuition and mandatory course fees for those selected and is renewable for the duration of the student's first post-secondary program, provided they maintain good academic standing. 

Application

The Post Care Tuition Waiver program is currently at capacity, and we are not accepting new applications for the 2025-2026 academic year at this time.  If space becomes available this website will be updated.

Who can apply?

You are eligible to apply if:

  • You have lived in care for at least one year in the Nova Scotia child welfare system, Mi’kmaw Family and Children’s Services of Nova Scotia, or The Department of Community Services, or have received Youth Services between the ages of 16-18 via signed agreement, as defined by Section 19 of the 2017 Children and Family Services Act.
  • You have been accepted to a certificate, diploma or degree program as a part-time or full-time student for the upcoming academic year.
  • You have financial need.
  • You are pursuing your first University credential (certificate, diploma or degree).
  • High School, Transfer and Mature students are eligible to apply.
  • You are not eligible for, nor currently receiving the Nova Scotia Department of Community Services Educational Bursary Program for Children in Care or Post-Care and Custody Agreement.
  • You will provide a signed verification of eligibility form completed by the Nova Scotia Department of Community Services Disclosure Program.
  • You are willing to meet with a Financial Aid & Awards Officer to explore other sources of funding

Questions?

Contact Saint Mary’s University’s Financial Aid & Awards Office by emailing financial.aid@smu.ca. If you wish to meet with one of our Financial Aid & Awards Officers, you can book an appointment here.

 

 

 

 

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