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Tuition fees, living costs and loans

We know there’s a lot to take in around your finances. From tuition fees to living costs and loans, it can all seem a bit confusing. That’s why we’ve put this section together, to help you understand what’s what. English students There are two types of loans available to English students, provided by the government through Student Finance England. Tuition fee loan – lets you borrow enough money to pay your tuition fees in full. Maintenance loan – this is means tested (dependent on your household income) and allows you to borrow money to support your living costs at university. www.gov.uk/student-finance Welsh students There are loans and bursaries available to Welsh students, provided by the government through Student Finance Wales. Tuition fee loan – lets you borrow enough money to pay your tuition fees in full. Maintenance loan – this is means tested (dependent on your household income) and allows you to borrow money to support your living costs at university. Maintenance grant – you may be eligible to receive some of your maintenance in the form of a Welsh Government Learning Grant (WGLG). This does not need to be paid back. www.studentfinancewales.co.uk European Union (EU) and international students If you’re an international or EU student, there may be financial packages available via organisations in your own country. Our International team can help advise on financial options for you. Please contact international@hartpury.ac.uk. Hartpury University is eligible to certify Federal Direct Loan applications (FAFSA) for students from the USA and we are also recognised as an international provider by private loans company, Sallie Mae. For our Canadian students, we are also recognised by the Ontario Student Aid Program (OSAP) and eligible students can apply under PVFW.