Students and parents
If you're looking for help with the cost of higher education, there are lots of bursaries, discounts and other financial support available. Use the links on this page to get advice, and to find out what you could claim and how to do that.
Looking for financial help?
OFFA doesn't give out financial aid, but you may be eligible for money from other sources. Go to The Student Room for information and advice about grants, loans and bursaries, including what's available and how to get it.
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Money and other help from your university/college
How to get bursaries, scholarships and other financial support
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Find an access agreement
Searchable database of all access agreements for universities and colleges
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Money from the Government
Students from Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland and other countries
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Frequently asked questions
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Money from other sources
Uni Grants – a directory of charities, trusts and other organisations that offer grants to students
Helena Kennedy Foundation – provides bursaries, mentoring and support to disadvantaged students from the further and adult education sectors
Student Cash Point – advice on student grants, loans, bursaries, scholarships and awards from charities and other organisations
Buttle UK – grants for care leavers and other students in financial need.
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Complaints
How to complain about a bursary, tuition fee or something else
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Other useful links
Support if you’re disabled, have physical or mental health problems, or have learning difficulties