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Money while at university
***Breaking News*** - for changes in student support for those of you starting uni or any other higher education course from September 2008 please also see this page.
You'll need to think carefully about money while at uni but don't let it put you off going. Remember - the higher your qualifications are, the more you're likely to earn in the future!
You'll need to pay tuition fees but not up front. The Student Loans Company will pay them for you and you pay the money back to the Student Loans Company once you start earning £15,000*.
You may be eligible for a grant and will need to check with your LEA (Local Education Authority) to see if you will be entitled to anything. Grants aren't as big as they used to be and won't cover everything. You may also be able to get extra funding through sponsorships - read University Scholarships, Awards and Bursaries by Brian Heap which you should find in your school, college or Connexions centre library for further information.
Many students find they need to have a part-time job to help pay for all the fun-stuff (as well as food, transport etc) but don't take on too many hours, otherwise your study will suffer.
For more info read Students' Money Matters which you should find in your school, college, Connexions centre library or local public library or check out the useful links below.
*This salary level will change regularly so it's best to double check first.
Useful links:
All your questions on student finance answered
Gets you thinking about money and helps you budget while at university
Offer low-cost loans to pay for tuition fees and living expenses.
More useful money for learning links!
