Government loans, bursaries, scholarships and payment plans — we're committed to making your education financially accessible.
Combined Alberta and Canada Student Loan funding. Need-based. No repayment while enrolled full-time. Interest-free portion available through Alberta.
Requirements to apply →Need-based grants that do not require repayment. Available through Student Aid Alberta, BrightlyEd institutional bursaries, and industry partner awards.
Merit-based awards for academic excellence, leadership, community involvement or specific fields of study. Separate application process.
Split your semester fees into 3 or 4 equal monthly installments. A $50 administration fee applies. Available to all enrolled students — no credit check required.
If your employer is funding your education, BrightlyEd can invoice your company directly. Provide a sponsorship letter from HR at the time of registration.
Additional bursaries for First Nations, Métis and Inuit students. Up to $2,400/year, non-repayable. Contact the Indigenous Student Advisor to apply.
Student Aid Alberta combines federal Canada Student Loans and provincial Alberta Student Loans into a single application. BrightlyEd is a designated institution, meaning students are eligible for full government loan funding.
Canadian citizen or permanent resident. Enrolled at least 60% full-time (minimum 9 credits). Demonstrated financial need based on income assessment. Alberta resident (lived in AB for 12+ months).
Apply at least 6–8 weeks before your semester start date. For Fall 2025, the recommended deadline is July 1, 2025. Late applications are accepted but funding may be delayed.
When completing your Student Aid Alberta application, use BrightlyEd's Designated Institution Code: AB-0441
Visit Alberta.ca/studentaid and create or log in to your MyAlberta Digital ID account.
Enter your program details (institution: BrightlyEd, code AB-0441), enrollment status, and income information. Takes 30–45 minutes.
You'll receive a Notice of Assessment within 4–6 weeks. This confirms how much loan and grant funding you'll receive.
Email a copy of your NOA to finance@brightlyed.ca to defer your tuition due date pending disbursement.
Funds are disbursed directly to BrightlyEd for tuition, with remaining funds deposited to your bank account within 5 business days of semester start.
Sample calculation for a single student, 2-year diploma program.
Actual amounts vary based on income, family situation and enrollment status. This is illustrative only.
Repayment begins 6 months after you leave school or drop below half-time enrollment.
If your income falls below $25,000/year, you may qualify for reduced or $0 monthly payments under RAP. Apply through the National Student Loan Service Centre.
Applications for 2025–26 awards open April 15. Awards are announced by June 30.
Submit all scholarship applications through the Student Portal under "Financial Aid → Scholarships & Bursaries." Attach required documents (transcripts, essay, reference letters as specified). Applications reviewed by the Awards Committee — decisions are final.
Spread your tuition across the semester in manageable installments. No interest. No credit check.
| Plan | Installments | Schedule | Admin Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-Payment Plan | 2 equal payments | Due dates: Aug 1 & Oct 1 | $25 |
| 3-Payment Plan | 3 equal payments | Due dates: Aug 1, Sep 1, Oct 1 | $40 |
| 4-Payment Plan | 4 equal payments | Monthly from Aug 1 | $50 |
A $35 late fee is charged for missed installments. If two consecutive payments are missed, the full remaining balance becomes due immediately and course access may be suspended.
Navigate to Finance → Payment Plans. Available once you've accepted your offer.
Choose 2, 3 or 4 installments. First payment is due at enrollment to activate the plan.
Enter your bank account details. Payments are withdrawn automatically on the scheduled dates.
You'll receive an email with your installment schedule. All T2202 receipts are generated at year end.
The T2202 (Tuition and Enrolment Certificate) allows you to claim eligible tuition fees paid to BrightlyEd for income tax purposes. It also documents the months you were enrolled full-time or part-time for the Education Amount.
T2202 receipts are issued annually by February 28 for the prior tax year. They are available in the Student Portal under Finance → Tax Receipts. No paper copies are mailed.
If you can't use all your tuition credits in the current tax year, you can carry them forward to future years or transfer up to $5,000 to a parent, grandparent, or spouse. Consult a tax advisor for your specific situation.