Are you a home undergraduate (on your first degree) or a home taught master’s student? If you’re getting a loan from Student Finance but not the full amount, you might be able to get more support.
If your household income hasn’t been assessed yet —or your financial situation has changed this academic year (for example, your parents’ or partner’s income has dropped) —you could be eligible for extra funding.
But don’t wait! The deadline to report a change in financial circumstances is the end of May.
Updating your financial information with the Student Loans Company could increase your loan amount. It could also strengthen your case if you apply for University Hardship Funding.
What to do now:
- Check if you’ve had a full financial assessment.
- If not, update your household income details with Student Finance.
- If your circumstances have changed, report it ASAP.
Need help?
Contact Kent Students’ Union’s Advice Service for support, and check out the official guidance on the GOV.UK website.