How much are students entitled to
receive?
Students following a course for the first time may be eligible
for assistance with fees and a small maintenance grant if they come
from lower income families. For further information visit
www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance
My parents are divorced / separated - who
fills in my financial form?
Regulations dictate that the level of support is based on
household income. That is the income of the parent that the student
lives with plus income of a step-parent or co-habiting partner of
the parent. Therefore the parent you live with should fill in the
form.
I have two children at university - how
does this affect my contribution?
Household contributions are calculated in the same way as if
only one child were in attendance but with money off for each
additional student. Any household contribution is then split -
normally equally - between the students.
I have a disability - what assistance is
available?
Students with recognised disabilities may be granted financial
assistance to cover any additional cost they incur because they are
attending college. For further information visit
www.direct.gov.uk/studentfinance
