Quick fire questions and answers about making an application for Student Finance.
Applications and Information
Step 1
How do I get my student finance?
www.gov.uk/studentfinance
You apply online.
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Step 2
They assess your application.
Step 3
If successful, you get paid!
The key message is to apply early! Each year thosands of students apply late for their finance and have no way to pay for their course or accommodation, some even have to drop out - don't let that be you!
Apply online, the application window usually runs January - May and you can register on UCAS for upadte and information from SFE.
Apply early to make sure your student finance is ready for the start of your course.
You don't need a confirmed place at University or college to apply.
Apply with your preferred choice, you can change details later if you need to.