What you'll get

You can get up to:

  • 拢12,471 if your course starts on or after 1 August 2024
  • 拢12,167 if your course started between 1 August 2023 and 31 July 2024
  • 拢11,836 if your course started between 1 August 2022 and 31 July 2023

The amount you鈥檒l get is not based on your income or your family鈥檚.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) may take account of the loan when working out any benefits you receive.

The loan is paid directly to you. You can use it for your course fees and living costs.

If your course lasts for more than a year, the loan will be divided equally across each year of your course.

When you鈥檙e paid

You get the first payment after your course start date, once your university or college confirms that you鈥檝e registered.

The loan will be paid in 3 instalments of 33%, 33% and 34% each year. After your application has been approved, you鈥檒l be sent a letter with your payment dates. You can also check them in your online account.

If you change university or college

Your new university or college has to confirm the change with Student Finance England before you receive any more payments.