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Where to find money that can help you pay for a college or university after high school.
The Student Assistance Program(SAP)
It is a provincial student support program，offering a mix of financial assistance to thousands of students each year.You can only be suitable for SAP if you don’t get enough money from other sources to cover your college or university expenses.The income that you report to SAP generally needs to match what you report to the school when you file your taxes.
You can use the online calculator to help.You’ll see how much financial assistance you could be suitable to receive from SAP.
Financial Aid from Schools
You can check with the school directly to see what financial aid programs they offer.You could be suitable for assistantships，scholarships，work-study programs and summer employment opportunities.These are all sources of money you don’t have to pay back.
Emergency Loans
Most schools also offer emergency loans.For example，you could be suitable for a short-term loan (90 days) to cover tuition，if you’re waiting for SAP to arrive.Banks，trust companies and credit unions offer student loans and lines of credit.Talk to your financial institution for more information.
Self-fund
It’s a good idea to save money from a summer job or job you hold throughout the year to help pay for your education.Your parents or other relatives might also be able to contribute to education costs.
Another option is to consider investing savings through a bank/financial institution—so that money can earn interest—if you plan to go to college or university in the future.
Extra Assistance
Some students，such as those with disabilities or who receive social assistance，may be suitable for additional student aid.
1．What kind of financial assistance does SAP offer?
A．Banking methods.
B．Education expenses.
C．Future job funds.
D．Campus medical costs.
答案 B
解析 细节理解题。根据The Student Assistance Program(SAP)部分中的“It is a provincial student support program，offering a mix of financial assistance to thousands of students each year...cover your college or university expenses.”可知，这个项目资助学生的教育费用。故选B。
2．Which of the following aids must be repaid in a short time?
A．Assistantships. B．Self-fund.
C．Emergency loans. D．Additional aid.
答案 C
解析 细节理解题。根据Emergency Loans部分中的“...you could be suitable for a short-term loan (90 days) to cover tuition...”可知，Emergency loans的款项需要在90日之内偿还。故选C。
3．What may one learn from Self-fund?
A．Academic instructions.
B．Online courses.
C．After-school programs.
D．Investment methods.
答案 D
解析 细节理解题。根据Self-fund部分中的“Another option is to consider investing savings through a bank/financial institution—so that money can earn interest—if you plan to go to college or university in the future.”可知，在Self-fund学生可以学到一些投资方法。故选D。
