Resources to help support your student

Navigating the university application process is a significant milestone for both students and their support networks. Whether you're new to the process or not, this page is designed to help guide parents, guardians and supporters to essential resources that will help you support your student when applying.

Fees and funding

Fees and funding

University fees and funding can be a complex but essential part of planning for higher education. These pages provide a clear overview of the costs involved and the various funding options available. Explore these resources to help your student make an informed decision about funding their choices.

Fee status: what is it and find out your young person's fee status

Scholarships and bursaries: what's available

Tuition fees for undergraduate programmes

Student loan and grant information

Cost of living

Cost of living

From living expenses to travel discounts, our goal is to help you and your student understand what support is available for them and how they can manage their financial aspects of university life effectively.

Breakdown of living costs

Travel discounts

Free bus travel for people under 22

Support to find part-time work while studying

Accommodation

Accommodation

All undergraduate first year students who live outside the city of Edinburgh are guaranteed accommodation.

Allocation usually starts in May, and the team do not work on a first come, first served basis when making allocations.

The accommodation website allows you to virtually view rooms and locate them in proximity to the University.

Accommodation options