There are a number of grants available to students in the UK, depending on your circumstances. The main government-offered grants are:
Maintenance Grants:
these are means-tested grants available to students from low-income households. The amount you can get depends on your family’s income and your living arrangements. Refer to the table below for details:
Tuition Fee Loans:
these loans are available to cover the cost of your tuition fees, up to a maximum of £9,250 per year. You don’t have to repay these loans until you’re earning over £25,725 per year.
Full-time students:
2021 to 2022 academic year: Up to £9,250
2022 to 2023 academic year: Up to £9,250
Living Cost Loans:
these loans are available to help with the costs of living, such as rent, food, and travel. The amount you can get depends on your circumstances. You don’t have to repay these loans until you’re earning over £25,725 per year. Refer to the table below for details:
Disabled Students’ Allowances:
these grants are available to help with the extra costs of studying if you have a disability. The amount you can get depends on your individual circumstances.
If you think you might be eligible for a grant, you should contact the Student Finance office in your country of residence – England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland. You can find contact details on the Gov.uk website.