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Discover how to start your journey—including application steps, admission criteria, and funding options.

Your future starts here. Apply now! Natosapi is open to everyone, whether you’re a Siksika Nation member or from outside the community.

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General Requirements

  • Mature Students: If you are 21 or older, don’t have a high school diploma, and have been out of school for at least one year, you are considered a mature student.
  • All students must have completed, or plan to take, English 30-1 in their first year.
  • Specific program requirements vary. Please check your chosen program’s details for its unique admission criteria.
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Funding and Financial Aid

Siksika Nation Student Support Program (S.N.P.S.S.S.P)

Eligibility

Applicants must:

  • Be a Siksika Nation Member (regardless of where they live).
  • Meet university or college entrance requirements.
  • Be enrolled or accepted into a post-secondary program lasting at least eight months.
  • Be in good standing with their institution (including having a high school diploma).

Application Deadlines

  • Spring/Summer: March 15
  • Fall: June 15
  • Winter: October 15

What to Include in Your Application

You’ll need:

  • A completed S.N.P.S.S.S.P application form.
  • Proof of Siksika Nation membership.
  • Proof of acceptance/enrollment in your program, tuition fees, transcripts, and dependent verification (if applicable).

Financial Support Provided

  • Tuition Support: Covers registration fees, tuition, and required books.
  • Living Expenses: Full-time students (9+ credits per term) receive a monthly living allowance in Canadian dollars, regardless of where they study.
  • Part-Time Students: May receive support for tuition, books, and supplies.

Limits of Support (Maximum Sponsorship Periods)

Support is categorized by education level:

  • University-College Entrance Preparation Program (U.C.E.P.P): Up to 24 months total (max. 1 academic year at a time). Requires meeting mature student criteria and having at least 65 high school credits.
  • Level I (Certificate/Diploma):
    • Certificate: Up to 12 months (typically 1 year, 8 months minimum).
    • Diploma: Up to 24 months (typically 2 years, 16 months + 1 additional 8-month year).
  • Level II (Undergraduate Degree): Up to 48 months (typically 4-5 years, depending on degree length/prerequisites).
  • Level III (Masters): Up to 24 or 36 months (2-3 years).
  • Level IV (Doctorate and Professional Degree): Up to 12 or 16 months (2 years, potentially 1 additional year).

Probation & Suspension

  • Students who drop below a 2.0 cumulative GPA are put on probation for the rest of the academic year.
  • If a student remains on academic probation for two consecutive semesters or is academically withdrawn by their institution, their sponsorship is suspended for one year. They must successfully complete courses on their own to be reconsidered for funding.

Overpayments

If a student withdraws or fails to finish a program/courses without written notification and justification to the P.S.S.S.S.P Manager, and has received a living allowance, they must repay all funds owed. Failure to do so will affect future funding eligibility.

Appeal Process

All appeals must be submitted in writing to the P.S.S.S.S.P Manager.

Application Form

Foundational Learning Program (Alberta Works)

This program, also known as Alberta Works’ Foundational Learning Assistance (FLA), helps low-income Albertans who are unemployed or working less than 20 hours per week. It offers financial support for both full-time and part-time study.

The goal is to help you improve your skills and knowledge so you can:

  • Prepare for further education (e.g., college, university).
  • Develop skills for in-demand jobs in Alberta.

Specifically, it can help you:

  • Increase your English language skills.
  • Complete academic upgrading or basic education for post-secondary requirements.
  • Gain job-specific skills.

What the Program Can Cover

Foundational Learning Assistance may provide a monthly financial award based on your household’s financial needs. This money can help pay for:

  • Educational costs: Tuition, mandatory fees, student association fees, books, and supplies.
  • Living costs: Food, clothing, personal needs, transportation, rent/mortgage, and utility expenses.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, you generally must:

  • Be at least 18 years old when your studies begin (exceptions for 16-year-olds in specific cases).
  • Have an established Alberta address and be physically present in Alberta for your program.
  • Demonstrate limited financial resources, which may involve a financial assessment.
  • If you are a protected person under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, you must provide valid documentation and a Social Insurance Number (SIN).

Funding Details

  • Funding is first-come, first-served.
  • A monthly living allowance may be provided, depending on your status (full-time/part-time) and financial need.
  • Funding is limited, so sometimes applications are restricted to specific groups (e.g., continuing ESL students).

How to Apply

To apply or get more information, contact:

Additional Resources

For more detailed information, including policy manuals, refer to official Alberta government resources or educational institutions like NAIT and SAIT.

OSCC Scholarships & Awards

At Natosapi – Old Sun Community College, we celebrate our students’ academic excellence, commitment, and hard work through various awards:

Academic Awards

  • President’s Honour Roll: For students who achieve an average of 80% or higher in two or more classes.
  • Honourable Mention Award: For students who achieve an average of 70%–79% in two or more classes.
  • Highest Academic Achievement Award: Given to the top student in each class who earns a final grade of 60% or higher.
  • Excellent Attendance Award: Presented each semester to students with perfect attendance.

Post-Secondary Awards

  • Reverend Margaret Waterchief Scholarship: A $1000 award given annually to a student (from the first IBSW cohort) who shows strong support to others through kindness, love, faith, and hope.
  • Floyd Royal Scholarship: A $1000 award given annually to a student (from the first 4-year IBSW cohort) who demonstrates strong support through humility and respect.
  • Indigenous Career Award: Administered by OSCC through Alberta Student Aid, this award encourages Indigenous students (First Nation, Métis, and Inuit) in Alberta to complete post-secondary certificate, diploma, applied degree, and bachelor’s degree programs.
  • Alberta Blue Cross Indigenous Scholarship Award: Also managed by OSCC, this scholarship supports Indigenous students pursuing post-secondary education.

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Important Reminder for Current and Future Students: Set Up Your MyPass Account

All current and incoming Old Sun Community students are encouraged to set up their MyPass account. MyPass is Alberta Education’s secure, self-serve website that provides students with direct access to their important academic records and services.

Through MyPass, you can:

  • View your diploma exam marks

  • Register to write or rewrite diploma exams (with online payment)

  • View and print your Detailed Academic Report (DAR)

  • Monitor your progress toward earning a high school credential (diploma or certificate)

  • Order official copies of awarded credentials in English or French

  • Receive timely notifications and important updates from Alberta Education

Each student is responsible for creating and maintaining their own MyPass account.

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