The Advanced Learner Loan Bursary is available to students who have an approved Advanced Learner loan and a total household income of less than £32,000 per year before tax or are in receipt of or supported by someone who is in receipt of, a qualifying benefit. The funding is offered to assist them to continue in full time education and training by providing a contribution towards the costs of attending college such as transport, childcare (students who are 20+), equipment, UCAS applications, university visits/interviews and other course related costs.
Please note that this is a limited fund. Students will need to meet the eligibility criteria and maintain a minimum of 85% attendance to receive support. Submission of an application does not guarantee funding.
Am I eligible for the Advanced Learner Loan Bursary Fund?
To be eligible you must meet the criteria above and:
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- Have an approved Advanced Learner Loan Be an enrolled student on a government funded course
- Be in receipt of, or supported by someone in receipt of Universal Credits, or other qualifying means tested benefits.
- Have a total household income of less than £32,000 per year before tax or be supported by someone who is in receipt of a qualifying means tested benefit.
- Be classed as a UK National or have Leave to Remain with the right to live & work in the UK.
See the applying for a bursary section on this page for more details on the application process.
