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The Royal Credit Line for Students*, 2 gives you the freedom to borrow when you need it, with a competitive interest rate and flexible repayment terms.

RBC Student Line of Credit Options:

Royal Credit Line for Students


A simple way to borrow money for post-secondary school, including undergraduate and graduate programs, college or trade school.

  • Flexible credit limitsLegal Disclaimer * starting at $5,000
  • Only pay interest on what you borrow, with competitive interest rates based on RBC Prime RateLegal Disclaimer 3
  • Flexible repayment timelines that consider student needs

Royal Credit Line for Students in Professional Studies

For students enrolled in professional graduate or specialized health sciences programs, you can enjoy the freedom to borrow what you need, when you need it.

  • A range of credit limitsLegal Disclaimer * based on program of study
  • Only pay interest on what you borrow, with competitive interest rates based on RBC Prime RateLegal Disclaimer 3
  • Flexible repayment terms that consider student needs

Royal Credit Line for
Medical and Dental Students

Take advantage of credit solutions designed to provide you with the freedom to focus on your schooling – and beyond.

  • Flexible credit limitsLegal Disclaimer * up to $350,000
  • Competitive interest rates based on RBC Prime RateLegal Disclaimer 3
  • Additional benefits when you participate in the RBC Healthcare AdvantageLegal Disclaimer 4 plan, such as preferred rates on financial products, as well as specialized offers, advice and support for medical and dental students

What You Need to Apply

  • Confirmation that you are enrolled at an eligible Canadian post-secondary educational institution or Canadian Medical or Dental educational institution.

    • 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.
  • An estimate of your education costs (including tuition, supplies, fees, accommodations, food, travel, etc.) Get started with our Student Budget Calculator.
  • A list of your financial resources (including RESPs, scholarships/bursaries, government funding, summer employment, etc.)

Note: Applications are subject to credit approval. If your credit history is limited, or you are studying at an educational institution outside of Canada, a co-signor may be required.

Student Banking Offers

RBC Advantage® for Students

RBC ION+ Visa

  • Earn 3X Avion points for every $1 spent on groceries, food delivery, rides, gas, streaming, subscriptions, digital gaming and more.Legal Disclaimer11
  • Get up to 7,000 Avion points with the RBC ION+ Visa CardLegal Disclaimer12 - that's up to a $50 value in gift cards!
  • The $48 annual fee of your RBC ION+ Visa will be rebated, every yearLegal Disclaimer13

More Tools to Help You Plan

Student Budget Calculator

Figure out how much money you'll need to get through the school year

Debt Reduction Plan

Reducing your debt starts with making a plan.

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