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Student Finance England

Student Finance UK — Loans, Grants & Funding Explained

If you are a UK Home student applying to university, Student Finance England provides loans to cover your tuition fees and living costs. Here is what you need to know.

Types of Student Finance Available

Tuition Fee Loan

Up to £9,535 per year

Paid directly to your university to cover tuition fees. You do not receive this money yourself. Repayment only starts once you earn above the threshold.

Maintenance Loan

Up to £13,348 per year

Paid directly to you to cover living costs such as rent, food, and travel. The amount depends on household income and whether you live at home or away.

Note: Loan amounts change each academic year. Always check the official gov.uk/student-finance website for the latest figures.

Eligibility Requirements

How Repayment Works

Student loans work differently from commercial loans. Key facts:

Courses You Can Fund with Student Finance England

Student Finance England applies to full undergraduate programmes at qualifying UK universities. LSOE can help you apply for the right course and Student Finance at the same time — completely free.

Need help with your Student Finance application?

Our advisors explain Student Finance in plain English and help you apply correctly.

Also see: Am I Eligible? · UCAS Guide

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