Financial distress

How we can help

If you are experiencing financial distress, you can schedule a confidential advising appointment with your Enrolment Services Advisor. Your advisor will assess your financial situation and provide the best course of action for your situation.

We may be able to help with the following scenarios and others as they arise:

  • An unexpected change in living situation
  • Devaluation of a country’s currency
  • Inability to have funds transfer out of the country
  • Illness or death in the family
  • An exceptional medical situation
  • Other unforeseen circumstances you could not have planned for

If you are a graduate or post-baccalaureate student, Enrolment Services Advisors are still available to help. 

Resources

  • Funding your studies

    Loans, awards, and work are all helpful options. UBC's financial resources and tools are here to help.

  • Financial support options

    UBC provides financial support through scholarships, bursaries, and other assistance programs.

  • Financial planning

    Proactive financial planning is the key to students success. Connect with an ES Advisor to discuss your financial plan.

  • Crisis support

    Reach out for immediate help if you or someone else is in danger, or at risk of harming yourself or others.

Services to help you live well

  • Counselling Services

    If you're feeling persistently stressed, anxious, or sad, make an appointment with a Wellness Advisor.

  • Peer Support at the Wellness Centre

    Talk with a trained student for tips and resources on stress, study tips, or navigating university life.

  • Health topics

    Finding balance in all the areas of your life helps you achieve what's important to you.

  • Student Health Service

    Visit a doctor, nurse practitioner, nurse, or other medical professional on campus.

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