Focus on Your Studies Without the Financial Stress
The RBC’s Student Line of Credit2 is designed to help you manage the cost of school, so you can stay focused on your studies.
Choose From Three Line of Credit Options, Based on the Program You're Enrolled In.
Already have a Student Line of Credit with another bank? You can still qualify for this offer when you switch to an RBC Student Line of Credit if you meet the eligibility requirements.
1 Amount depends on program of study, other conditions apply.
OFFER
7,500 Avion Points
If you’re enrolled in an
Undergraduate or General Student Program1
Made for Canadian students enrolled in a university undergraduate or graduate program, college or trade school – within or outside Canada.
What you get:
OFFER
15,000 Avion Points
If you’re enrolled in an
Professional Program1
Made for Canadian students enrolled in a professional graduate or specialized health sciences program – within or outside Canada.
What you get:
OFFER
30,000 Avion Points
If you’re enrolled in an
Medical or Dental Program1
Made for Canadian students enrolled in a Medical or Dental educational institution – within or outside Canada.
What you get:
Learn more about additional offers with RBC Healthcare Advantage!
How You Can Use Your Avion Points
When you open an RBC Student Line of Credit and join Avion Rewards or are an existing Avion Rewards member, you could earn Avion points – and use them toward everyday rewards that make student life a little easier:
-
Book flights, hotels and car rentals4
-
Pay down credit cards, loans and bills
-
Get gift cards or merchandise from thousands of brands
-
Save on everyday favourites, like your go-to cup of coffee
Apply by May 31, 2027, to be eligible for this offer.
When will I get my points?
Once your Student Line of Credit is activated, your points will be added to your Avion account about eight weeks later1.
3 Simple Steps to Apply and Get Your Offer
Confirmation of Enrolment
Proof you’re enrolled in an eligible program
Undergraduate, General or Professional Studies Students:
- Confirmation that you are enrolled at an eligible post-secondary educational institution
Medical/ Dental School Students:
- Confirmation that you are enrolled at an eligible Medical or Dental educational institution
The following can be used as confirmation of enrolment:
- Invoice or receipt of payment for tuition
- Proof of enrolment letter from the Registrar’s Office
- Acceptance letter that includes proof of payment for tuition deposit
- Printout from the Registrar’s Office website with details confirming your enrolment
Estimate of Costs
Tuition, supplies, fees, housing, food and travel
Get started with our Student Budget Calculator
Your Financial Resources
RESPs, scholarships/ bursaries, government funding, summer income, etc.
Note: Applications are subject to credit approval. If your credit history is limited, or you are studying at an education institution outside of Canada, a
Once You Have These in Hand, You're Ready to Apply!
Benefits of an RBC Student Line of Credit
RBC's Student Line of Credit gives you the flexibility to borrow what you need when you need it - so you can focus on your studies without the financial stress. Plus, take advantage of a limited time offer to help cover your school expenses.
Competitive interest rates
Pay interest only on what you use
Flexible repayment timelines
RBC has once again been recognized as the #1 Most Valuable Canadian Brand by Kantar BrandZ — 2025
Ready to get started?
Undergraduate, General and Professional Studies Students
Book time with a Credit Specialist for one-on-one guidance.
Call us at 1-866-245-1934
For RBC clients: approvals available by phone – no branch visit needed.
Medical and Dental
Students
Meet with one of our 1,300+ RBC Healthcare Specialists across Canada or speak with your RBC advisor.
Talk to an RBC Healthcare SpecialistOr call us at 1-833-395-8118
Royal Credit Line Promotional Offer Terms & Conditions
This Royal Credit Line Promotional Offer (the “Promotional Offer”) is available from Nov 2, 2026, to May 31, 2027, inclusive (the “Promotional Period”).
The Promotional Offer is available to eligible applicants for Royal Credit Line for Students, as well as Medical/Dental Royal Credit Line for Students, who, as of the start of the Promotional Period, do not have, and have not applied for a Student Royal Credit Line (RCL) with Royal Bank of Canada, and who otherwise comply with the terms and conditions (the “Terms”) provided herein.
The Promotional Offer is:
- 7,500 Avion points for eligible students enrolled in a “General Program”
- 15,000 Avion points for eligible students enrolled in a “Professional or Special Program”, or
- 30,000 Avion points for eligible students enrolled in a “Medical or Dental program”.
“General Program” means all undergraduate and graduate programs, such as a master’s degree or Doctor of Philosophy degree (PhD), excluding Professional, Special, and Medical/Dental Programs. “Professional and Special Programs” mean professional graduate or specialized health science programs. “Medical or Dental Program” means post-secondary level programs, upon the completion of which, the student will receive a Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). Please speak with an RBC advisor to confirm eligibility.
The Terms:
To qualify to receive the applicable benefit of this Promotional Offer:
- I. you must either be a student who is enrolled in an eligible General Program, Professional Program, or Medical or Dental program, as described above.
- II. you must be the primary applicant for an RCL with Royal Bank of Canada.
- III. you must start your RCL application by 11:59pm EST on May 31, 2027.
- IV. your application must be approved and activated by 11:59pm EST on June 30, 2027.
- V. your Line of Credit Account must be in good standing (for example, your Line of Credit Account must not be in a delinquent status) and open at the time the Avion points are awarded.
- VI. you must be an Avion Rewards member before June 30, 2027, and your Avion Rewards account must remain active and in good standing through to the date the Avion points are awarded. To check your membership status or to join now and accept Terms and Conditions, please go to https://www.avionrewards.com/index.html and sign in with your Online Banking credentials
Note: This campaign is for students only. Eligible students, as part of their Student RCL, Medical/Dental RCL for Students application, may be required to provide proof of enrolment in an eligible General Program, Professional Program, or Medical/Dental program as applicable. Please note that newly graduated doctors and dentists undergoing postgraduate training as part of a residency program are ineligible for the offer.
In addition to any other exclusions described in these terms, this Promotional Offer is not available in respect of (i) Credit Limit Increases on existing RCL’s; (ii) RCL’s that were opened prior to the Promotional Period; (iii) Student RCLs or Medical/Dental RCL for Students held by individuals who have already completed their studies (as applicable), even if their Student RCL or Medical/Dental RCL for Students remains open during or after the Promotional Period; (iv) Student RCLs or Medical/Dental RCL for Students held or opened by individuals enrolled in programs of study other than an eligible general, professional, or Medical or Dental programs (as described above).
If you qualify to receive the benefit of this Promotional Offer, the Avion points you qualify to receive, as applicable, will be deposited into your eligible Avion Rewards account within eight (8) weeks of the account activation date (no action required from you). In order to receive the points for which you have qualified, you must be an Avion Rewards member at the time the points are awarded. If you are not an Avion Rewards member as of the date we attempt to deposit the benefit of this Promotional Offer, you will forfeit this benefit and be deemed to have not qualified for the Promotional Offer. For more information on eligibility visit https://www.avionrewards.com/eligibility.html.
Only one Promotional Offer awarded per client (primary applicant only). Promotional Offer is not available for more than one activated RCL. Promotional Offer and RCL applications are subject to Royal Bank of Canada’s standard lending criteria and other applicable restrictions.
Other Terms and Conditions:
The reward is stated in Avion points only. The cash equivalent value or redemption rate of Avion points is not fixed and varies depending on how you choose to redeem them.
Your Avion points will be awarded to your Avion Rewards Core Account. If you are an RBC Avion Visa Infinite, RBC Avion Visa Platinum, RBC Avion Visa Infinite Privilege, RBC Avion Visa Infinite Business, or RBC Avion Visa Business cardholder (“RBC Avion Cardholder”) you may redeem from the Air Travel Redemption Schedule start at 7,500 Avion points for a one-way short-haul flight within or to an adjacent province/territory or within or to an adjacent U.S. State (valued up to $175). 15,000 points is enough for two one-way flights within or to an adjacent province/state (valued up to $350). 30,000 points is enough for four one-way flights within or to an adjacent province/state (valued up to $700). In order to receive the best value for your points you will need to transfer them to your respective Credit Card points account. All applicable taxes, service fees, and surcharges are the responsibility of the traveler. RBC Avion Cardholders are also eligible to redeem for first class and business class seats at a fixed redemption rate. For more details, including redemption rates and information on redeeming for first class and business class seats, visit: https://www.avionrewards.com/travel/index.html. In order to receive the best value for your points you will need to transfer them to your respective Credit Card points account. If you are not an RBC Avion Cardholder, different travel redemption rates apply.
For general redemption terms, conditions and restrictions that apply to the Avion Rewards program, please visit avionrewards.com or call 1-800 ROYAL 1-2 (1-800-769-2512). For complete terms, conditions and restrictions that apply to the Avion Rewards program, please visit: www.avionrewards.com. If you think you are entitled to the Avion points and have not received them by Aug 31, 2027, you must notify us by calling 1-800-769-2512 no later than September 15, 2027. If you do not notify us by this date, you will be deemed to have forfeited the Promotional Offer and will be ineligible to receive the Avion points.
All Avion Rewards members can redeem Avion points for travel, gift certificates/cards, brand name merchandise, and other categories. All rewards are subject to availability and may change without prior notice. Please refer to the Avion Rewards Terms and Conditions for a list of eligible products and respective travel redemption rates. Redemption rates vary depending on the redemption category and products held.
RBC reserves the right to modify, cancel or withdraw this Promotional Offer at any time. This Promotional Offer may be revoked at any time if we suspect you or any other party may be manipulating or abusing it, or engaging in any suspicious or fraudulent activity, as determined at our sole discretion.