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OSAP Assistance for Students on Exchange Information

If you will be studying on a University of Windsor International Exchange Program AND you will be applying for OSAP assistance, you will need the following information:

Your OSAP Assistance for Students on Exchange Form must reach the Student Awards & Financial Aid Office at least 6 weeks prior to the start of your studies abroad.

When you are applying on-line for OSAP select the University of Windsor as your post-secondary institution and "Exchange Student" as your program.  This is an identifier to our office that your intention is to participate in an International Exchange Program. 

You must also submit the following information to our office:

  1. OSAP Assistance for Students on Exchange Form (see form above) must be complete by both you and the Student Exchange Office.
  2. A copy of your confirmation/approval letter from the institution that you will be attending must be attached.  The letter must specify your study period START DATE and END DATE (your end date should allow for your exam schedule, not just the last day of classes.

Continuation of Interest Free Status:
If you have received OSAP funding in past semesters, but do not require OSAP funding while you are on exchange, you will want to put your loans into Interest Free Status.
You will have to complete the following:

  • A Continuation of Interest Free Status online application (found on the OSAP website)
  • Submit a copy of your OSAP ASSISTANCE FOR STUDENTS ON EXCHANGE FORM (see form above) to the Student Awards and Financial Aid Office along with a copy of your confirmation/approval letter from the institution which specifies your study period start andend date.

You must take 60% of a full course load (40% for students with permanent disabilities) in order to be eligible for both OSAP funding and interest-free status. If you withdraw or drop below 60% of a full course load (below 40% for students with permanent disabilities) at any time, you WILL be reassessed and risk the chance of being overpaid in OSAP assistance. An overpayment can affect your future eligibility for OSAP assistance if it is not repaid.

All OSAP recipients must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress to continue to be eligible for OSAP funding. Satisfactory Academic Progress is defined as successful completion of at least 60% of a full course load towards a specific degree or certificate. AUDIT courses are NOT eligible for OSAP.

It is your responsibility to inform the Student Awards & Financial Aid Office, in writing, of any changes in your academic, financial or marital status.

National Student Loan Service Centre
Public Institution Division
P.O. Box 4030
Mississauga, ON
L5A 4M4

The global toll-free number for the NSLSC: 800-2-225-2501 plus country code.

OSAP
Website: http://osap.gov.on.ca

Cashier's Office
Cashier's Office website
Phone: (519) 253-3000, ext. 3307, 3308, 3309

Registrar's Office
Registrar's Office website
Phone: (519) 253-3000, ext. 3315

Student Awards & Financial Aid
Specific Questions Regarding Your OSAP Application:

Students with last names starting with A - F:
Kathy Bedard: (519) 253-3000 ext. 3304
Email: kathyb@uwindsor.ca

Students with last names starting with G - N:
Sandra Stein: (519) 253-3000, ext. 3303
Email: stein@uwindsor.ca

Students with last names starting with O - Z:
Maria Warner: (519) 253-3000, ext. 3301
Email: mwarner@uwindsor.ca

Services Available:

You may reach our office at: (519) 253-3000 Ext. 3300

Regular SAFA Service Hours 

 Monday  1:00PM - 4:00PM
 Tuesday  1:00PM - 4:00PM
 Wednesday    9:00AM - 12:00PM; 2:00PM - 4:00PM
 Thursday  9:00AM - 12:00PM; 2:00PM - 4:00PM
 Friday   1:00PM - 4:00PM

 

Please refer to ask.uwindsor.ca as there may be a knowledge base article that may answer your question.

In order to better assist you, please always include your UWindsor Student Number in your communications.

Students should complete their UWinAward Student Application/Profile via UWinsite Student > Student Homepage > Award Profile to be matched with eligible funding opportunities.

Additional Information for Domestic Students who are experiencing financial hardship.

Additional Information for International Students who are experiencing financial hardship.

If you require additional assistance you may contact our office by email at award1@uwindsor.ca.

 

 

Documents may be faxed, sent as an attachment via email at award1@uwindsor.ca, or placed in our drop-box located in the lobby of CHT or mailed to:

Student Awards & Financial Aid
University of Windsor
401 Sunset Ave. CHT Room 102
Windsor, ON N9B 3P4

Fax: (519) 973-7087

Please refer to https://ask.uwindsor.ca/ as there may be a knowledge base article that may answer your question.

 

Student Awards & Financial Aid Office

University of Windsor
Chrysler Hall Tower, 1st Floor
401 Sunset Avenue
Windsor, ON, Canada, N9B 3P4

* Due to construction, the entrance to our lobby/waiting area can be accessed from the south entrance of Chrysler Hall Tower

We are available for in-person service during the following hours:

Regular SAFA Service Hours

 Monday  1:00PM - 4:00PM
 Tuesday  1:00PM - 4:00PM
 Wednesday   9:00AM - 4:00PM
 Thursday  9:00AM - 4:00PM
 Friday   1:00PM - 4:00PM

 

To enter our in-person service queue with the Student Awards or the Financial Aid office, please scan this QR Code or click if using a mobile device:

If you feel that you need to talk to someone about your situation, please take the following steps:

1) Try asking your question using https://ask.uwindsor.ca.  We have many knowledge base articles that might be able to assist you with your question.

2) Log on to https://ask.uwindsor.ca to submit a service request and a Student Awards or Financial Aid Representative will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.

3) Call our office during our phone service hours.  A Student Award or Financial Aid Representative may be able to resolve your issue over the phone.

4) If options 1) through 3) do not resolve your issue,  we will schedule you a virtual Teams meeting/appointment with a Student Awards or Financial Aid Specialist for a time that is mutually convenient.

 

UWinAward Profile/Application Support

Here is the schedule for our virtual drop-in sessions available for students who require assistance with their UWinAward Profile/Application for bursary and scholarship applications.

Important Notes:

  • We will attempt to return messages and service requests within 2 business days where possible.  In September, January & May however, our response time may be closer to 7-10 business days.

  • Please do not leave/send multiple messages/emails as this will delay our response time.