Financial Aid and Awards
Financial Aid & Awards administers financial support programs that are based on merit and need for undergraduate students studying at Saint Mary's University. Providing students with access to a variety of financial resources, tools, and information; by rewarding academic excellence with awards and offering valuable expertise on government loans.
Need help with your spending plan, figuring out your resources, or discussing special financial circumstances? Talk to one of the Financial Aid & Awards Officers for personalized support and advice.
Our Services
The Financial Aid & Awards Office can assist you with inquiries and advising on the following topics:
- Student Loans (Domestic and USA)
- Athletic Awards
- Financial Planning
- External Scholarships
- Emergency Financial Situations
- Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards
For inquiries related to the above topics, please e-mail financial.aid@smu.ca (please include your A# and full name) for assistance or for referral to the correct department. If you have questions regarding account balances, payments and payment plans, transcripts, or registration or registration holds, please contact the Service Centre for further assistance.
Drop-in Advising (in-person)
Stop by McNally Main 108 during the following times for a 10 minute drop-in appointment with a Financial Aid & Awards Officer. No appointment necessary!
Fall 2024 Drop-in Schedule
We will be offering drop-in advising on the following days and times:
- Tuesday mornings, 10:00-11:00
- Wednesday afternoons, 2:00-3:00
- Thursday afternoons, 2:00-3:00
- Friday mornings, 10:00-11:00 (exception: no drop-ins on November 29, 2024)
Come into the Service Centre in McNally Main 108 and take a seat in the chairs to the right, then scan the QR code to complete the intake form. Check back at the end of the month for next month's drop-in schedule!
Book an Appointment (in-person or virtual)
If our drop-in hours conflict with your class or work schedule, please e-mail financial.aid@smu.ca to book an appointment outside of our regular office hours. In your e-mail, please include your A#, your full name, a brief explanation of the topic you wish to explore, as well as some alternate meeting times that work for your schedule. Please indicate your preferred appointment method: phone call (include your phone number with area code) or in-person in McNally Main 108. We will reply to your e-mail to confirm if we're able to accommodate your request.
Meet our staff:
Marla Douglas, BBA, MBA (she/her)
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Marcella Abreu, BComm (she/her)
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Taryn Hines, BFA, HBA (she/her)
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Our Services:
Financial Aid & Awards
Service Centre, McNally Main 108
F: (902) 420.5151
E: financial.aid@smu.ca