Am I entitled to a student grant?

Question

Hey everyone,

When you take a part time degree are you entitled to a student grant?

My work is paying for half of my degree and I have to pay the other half, but they said I may be able to get a grant and pay it back when I earn over a certain amount, is this true?

Thanks

Answer 1

Go to the schools financial aid office.  They need to look at your income and determine if you are eligible.  The fact that you are supporting yourself  sounds like you may qualify.

Answer 2

Contact your Local Education Authority or the Student Loans Company. There are grants (non-repayable) available towards your fees and course costs.  These are means-tested based on household income. It is also dependant on the % of part time to full time. Check out www.direct.gov. there should be more info for you there.

Good luck with your course!