What is discretionary bursary?

What is discretionary bursary?

You could get a discretionary bursary if you need financial help but do not qualify for a bursary for students in vulnerable groups. Your education or training provider decides how much you get and what it’s used for. If you’re over 19, you’ll only be eligible for a discretionary bursary.

Who gets discretionary bursary?

You can apply to a discretionary bursary if you’re over 19 and either: continuing on a course you started aged 16 to 18 (known as being a ’19+ continuer’) have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)

Do u have to pay back a bursary?

The money doesn’t need to be paid back. Bursaries are usually awarded to students based on their personal circumstances or if they come from a low-income family. To be eligible, students must meet the criteria.

Do I have to pay back my bursary if I drop out?

The majority of these bursaries are non-repayable, but if you drop out of university you might be required to pay them back. As a general rule you don’t have to pay back funds for completed terms, but if you drop out in the middle of term you may need to pay those funds back.

Does a bursary have to be paid back?

Do you get a bursary every year?

You must reapply for your bursary every academic year. There are different ways to apply if you’re from Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland.

What is a pupils bursary?

A bursary is a monetary award made by any educational institution or funding authority to individuals or groups. It is usually awarded to enable a student to attend school, university or college when they might not be able to, otherwise. Some awards are aimed at encouraging specific groups or individuals into study.

When should I apply for a bursary?

Apply early Don’t wait until you reach your matric year to look for financial aid opportunities. By the time you enter Grade 10 you should have started to think seriously about potential careers. Research which higher education institutions offer study programmes that correspond with your career choice.

What is a discretionary bursary?

Discretionary Bursaries are made in exceptional circumstances. This might include for example, caring responsibilities, financial need related to disability or an unavoidable requirement to live at home. The value of the award may vary according to need but is not expected to exceed a total of £4,000 combined with the LSE Bursary.

What are the different types of 16 to 19 bursaries?

There are 2 types of 16 to 19 bursary: You could get a bursary worth up to £1,200, depending on your circumstances and benefits. You could get a discretionary bursary if you need financial help but do not qualify for a bursary for students in vulnerable groups.

Are students on apprenticeship programmes eligible for the 16 to 19 bursary fund?

Students on apprenticeship programmes, or any waged training, are employed, rather than in education. They are not eligible for the 16 to 19 Bursary Fund.

How old do you have to be to get the bursary?

A student must be aged 16 or over but under 19 at 31 August 2021 to be eligible for help from the bursary fund in the 2021 to 2022 academic year.