Student Loans
The principal method of helping with living costs and fees are student loans, assessed by Student Finance England and provided by the Student Loans Company (SLC).
Student Loan for Maintenance
These are government loans to help cover the cost of everyday living expenses like accommodation, food and books. The rates are based on household (family) income and
- whether or not the student is living at home
- how much, if any, Government grant the student receives.
Student Loan for Fees
Eligible full-time undergraduate students will not have to pay fees before they start university or whilst they are studying.
Instead eligible students will be able to apply for a Student Loan for Fees to cover these costs. This means that they won't have to find the money before they start their course or whilst they are studying, and the fees will be paid direct to their university or college, on their behalf.