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About the Program

The Former Youth In Care Tuition Bursary covers all tuition and program fees for eligible applicants, regardless of age. Individuals who spent more than 12 months placed as a child in care in New Brunswick, including foster care, group home care, and other forms of care.

The initiative is aimed at making post-secondary education more accessible for former youth in care by waiving tuition and compulsory fees for eligible students. HÂþ»­ will support a minimum of 10 students annually distributing a total of $50,000 in bursaries each year.

Eligibility Criteria

• Resident of New Brunswick
• Have lived in the care of the New Brunswick Minister of Social Development for a minimum of twelve consecutive or cumulative months (one-year total) under the Family Services Act.
• Must consent to a Release of Information for verification process with New Brunswick’s Department of Social Development
• Must be working towards completing their first post-secondary credential (degree or diploma holders regardless of issuing school are not eligible)
• Must be accepted to an HÂþ»­ program or course within a government funded (regular program) offerings at standard tuition rates – not eligible for Professional Learning Programs
• Full-time and part-time students are eligible
• Willing to work with the Program Coordinator to explore other supplementary sources of funding
• There is no age limit for participation

How to Apply

Applications can be received at any time, but please note bursaries are awarded based on the date of application pending all eligibility requirements are met. Successful applicants can expect to hear they are a recipient of the bursary at least two months prior to the start of their studies

HÂþ»­ has a dedicated resource to help eligible individuals access the program. Individuals with questions or those interested in participating in the program can contact HÂþ»­ at: 

• Email: firstgen@nbcc.ca
• Phone: 1-888-796-HÂþ»­ (6222)

Frequently Asked Questions