Apply online for student finance
If you’re a student who’s from England or normally lives in England, you can apply online for the following academic years:
- 2024 to 2025 (full-time undergraduate students only)
- 2023 to 2024
Applications for 2024 to 2025 will open:
- in May 2024 for part-time undergraduate students
- in June 2024 for postgraduate students
You can apply for:
- Tuition Fee Loans
- Maintenance Loans
- Maintenance Grants (only if your course started before 1 August 2016)
You can apply up to 9 months after the start of the academic year for your course.
If you’re eligible for tuition fee-only funding, you must apply by post. You can use the form finder to find and download your form.
If you need help with a further education course at a college or training provider you may be able to apply for an Advanced Learner Loan instead.
The application process is different for students from Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. Check how to:
What you need to know
If you cannot use a computer without help but want to apply online, you can contact Student Finance England for help.
Apply by post
It’s best to apply online. If you cannot, use the form finder to download the application forms and guidance notes you’ll need.
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