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4. Buy a computer

Before you buy a personal computer, figure out what you really need: PC or MAC, laptop or tabletop, new or used, etc.

It's best to save up the money before making the purchase. With the Student Savings Account, you can make automatic transfers from your Youth Profit Account to a savings account.

In a hurry? You can always opt for one of the following 4 financing methods:


Student Advantage Line of Credit	For full-time or part-time¹ college and university students. No age limit. You only pay back the interest while you're studying. Find out more about the Student Advantage Line of Credit.
Financial aid from the ministère de l'Éducation, du Loisir et du Sport du Québec	A good solution to help you get the computer equipment you need and repay the loan once you have finished your full-time studies.² Find out more about the financial aide.
VISA Desjardins card FOR STUDENTS ONLY	An excellent way to establish a good credit rating, build a financial reputation and cover emergency expenses. Find out more about the VISA JUST FOR STUDENTS card.
Offer for Coopsco members	An exclusive offer for Desjardins and Coopsco members. Find out more about the offer for COOPSCO members.
Special offer for Université Laval students	Two Desjardins financing plans to help students buy laptop computers. Find out more! Find out more about the offer for Université Laval students.

Calculate

Calculate the credit charges on your Student Advantage Line of Credit

Did you know?

Once you've bought your personal computer, you will be able to manage your finances securely without going to the caisse by using AccèsD. You can view your balance and pay your bills and tuition on line.

1. Subject to approval by the credit department. Principal and interest payments are due for part-time students. Certain conditions apply.
2. To qualify, you must be entitled to student financial assistance under the Loans and Bursaries Program for the award year concerned. Also, you must never have received a loan from Aide financiàre aux études (AFE) for the purchase of a personal computer or for the purchase of computer equipment.