Support for current students
Financial support is available to support students at the University of Edinburgh.
There may be times when you are finding it difficult to manage with your finances. Please don't worry about this on your own - we're here for you.
We have a selection of services that can support you if you are experiencing financial difficulties
Cost of living support
We know your financial challenges are greater than ever this year. Rising costs of bills, food and transport are affecting us all.
We have launched our cost of living information webpages for advice, support and information about what the University and the Students' Association is doing to help you save money.
Debt
Are you concerned about debt or debts? The Financial Support team provides free and confidential one-to-one guidance. The Student's Association's Advice Place can also offer impartial advice.
Financial support
We are keen to support you if are struggling financially. The Student Awards Agency Scotland and the University provide funding for those who are experiencing financial difficulties. The fund is open to all matriculated students who are struggling with their finances and need help. Be sure to check if you are eligible and remember to ask for help if you find yourself in financial difficulty.
The fund is means-tested, which means we will consider access to income and savings you have, to determine the amount of financial support you are eligible for.
There is a form you need to complete and with information to evidence your need. We know this can be a worrying time, so get in contact if you have any concerns about the application. This will all be in confidence.
How to apply
Please review and select the appropriate funding as outline below which will include a link to the application form.
Please ensure you have also read through the information provided before making an application, including what documentation to have ready when submitting your application.
You may also wish to review our Budget Support page and Money Management Platform - Blackbullion
The Money Charity provide a Student Money Manual – an essential guide covering everything from budgeting to student finance and fees to making your money stretch further.
Funding for 2022/23
Criteria |
Opening Date |
More Information |
All fully matriculated students are eligible to apply for financial support. Additional information is available via the apply button.
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Monday 9 January 2023 | APPLY |
Criteria | Opening Date | More Information |
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Monday 9 January 2023 | APPLY |
Criteria | Opening Date | Closed |
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Monday 9 January 2023 | Tuesday 25 April 2023 |
Criteria | Opening Date | Closed |
All students at the University of Edinburgh who meet the following criteria are eligible to apply:
The Learning Opportunity Fund application asks you to outline the impact eg: missed classes, tutorials or supervision. Please keep in mind it is for days of strike action where the impact is known ie: that have taken place. Please note you can only submit one application to the Learning Opportunity Fund and the funding is on a first-come, first-serve basis till the funds are exhausted. |
Monday 6 February 2023 | Monday 27 March 2023 |
Criteria | Opening Date | CLOSED |
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Monday 9 January 2023 |
Tuesday 4 April - You may be eligible for support from one of our other funds which is available from here |
Criteria | Opening Date | CLOSED |
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Monday 9 January 2023 | Tuesday 4 April - You may be eligible for support from one of our other funds which is available from here |
Criteria | Opening Date | Closed |
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Wednesday 22 February, 10:00 GMT | Friday 7 April, 16:00 GMT |
Criteria | Opening Date | More Information |
The Nursing Fund for 2022/23 is now closed, as the funds have been exhausted. Please apply for Financial Support. |
Wednesday 5 October 2022 | CLOSED |
Information on available funding opportunities, prizes, and awards available to current students at the University of Edinburgh can be found here