What happens with my scholarship while I am on a co-op term?💠 Do I still get my scholarship while on Co-op? 💠 What happens to my funding if I’m working instead of taking classes? 💠 Will my scholarship be paused during a Co-op term?

Learn how your Acadia scholarship is affected during a Co-op work term, including how eligibility is assessed and what steps to take to ensure your funding continues while you're off-campus.

If you're doing a Co-op work placement during the fall and/or winter term, you can still keep your Acadia scholarship or award during that time.

For renewable scholarships, the Scholarships & Financial Aid Office will work directly with the Co-op Office to decide if you still meet the renewal requirements. They will look at:

• Your grade for the Co-op work term, and

• Whether you're meeting the academic and program requirements outlined in the scholarship terms and conditions.

👉 Just like any other student, renewable awards are available for up to four years or until you graduate - whichever comes first.

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Helpful Definitions

• Co-op Work Term – A paid, full-time work experience that counts toward your degree.

• Renewable Scholarship – A scholarship you can receive again each year if you meet certain requirements.

• Academic Term – A study period like fall (September–December) or winter (January–April).

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Special Notes

• If you're planning to take a Co-op term, it's a good idea to talk to both the Co-op Office and the Scholarships & Financial Aid Office in advance.

• You’re still eligible for scholarship renewal as long as you meet the conditions - even while working off-campus during a Co-op term.