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Apply online for student finance
Full-time undergraduate student finance applications for courses starting between 31 August 2026 and 31 December 2026 are now open.
Understanding Student Finance England
New to student finance? Find out what student finance means.
Understanding your application status
Find out what each application status means and what you need to do.
Need help giving us Evidence?
Have you been asked to send us evidence? Find out what we can accept and how to give us it.
Understanding student living costs
Read about the different types of student living costs.
Getting your student finance payment
Expecting a payment? Find out what you need to do to make sure you’re paid on time.
Thinking of leaving your course?
If you’re thinking of suspending or leaving our course, find out what you need to do.
Cost of living
Read more about the cost of living for students.
If your household income has gone down
If there’s been a drop in income by 15% or more, you could get extra help.
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