Student Finance in 2008/09 for Northern Ireland
Tuition Fees
Universities and colleges of higher education in Northern Ireland can now charge up to £3,145 a year for courses for new students.
Student Loans
Student loans are available to help with your living costs. Your loan is usually paid in three instalments, one at the start of each term, directly into your bank account.
Loan Rates:= Maximum available
London = £6475
Elsewhere = £4625
Overseas = £5510
Living with Parents = £3580
Maintenance Grants
New students from Northern Ireland can apply for a Maintenance Grant.
The maximum amount of support available is £3,335 and how much students get depends on their income and that of their household. Students do not need to repay the Maintenance Grant.
Entitlement is calculated as follows:
Household Income 08/09 = How much grant?
£18,360 or less = full grant
Between £18,361 and £39,305 = partial grant
Over £39,305 = no grant
Extra help:
Students in receipt of the full maintenance grant can apply for extra financial help in the form of a bursary from the university or college they attend.
A Special Support Grant is available for some new students who receive income support or other means-tested benefits such as housing benefit.
More information:
For more detailed information on what may be available to students continuing into higher education, contac Student Finance NI or phone 0845 600 0662
