Course Fees
Students aged over 16 and under 19 on the 31st August of the year they start their course will not have to pay any course tuition fees on full time courses, subject to meeting the eligibility criteria,

For those students aged 19 on the 31st August of the year they start their course, fees will vary, but some concessions may be available depending on their circumstances.

16-19 Bursary Fund
The 16-19 Bursary Fund is provided by the Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) and allows the College to help learners overcome specific financial barriers, so they can remain in education. Those aged 16-18 or over 19 and have an EHCP or over 19 and classed as a '19+ continuer' on the 31st August of the year the course starts, may qualify for help with transport, equipment, course materials, uniform, UCAS fees, educational trips and visits and food credit. 

You can now apply for financial support via PayMyStudent. This is a secure cloud-based process.  All you need to do is click on the link below and register, and then follow the instructions on screen.  If you need support or advice, please contact 01205 313218 or email bursary@boston.ac.uk

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Boston College 24/25 Information for Applicants- 16-19 Bursary

Care to Learn
For parents aged under 20, who would like to start or return to learning, Care to Learn may be able to pay childcare costs.

Useful contact - 0800 121 8989, c2l@studentbursarysupport.co.uk or gov.uk/caretolearn

Extend your Child Benefit claim for your young person today!

It’s time for parents across the UK to extend their Child Benefit claim if their 16-19-year-old is staying in full-time non-advanced education or approved training. HMRC sent 1.4 million letters between 24 May and 17 July to parents, explaining how to extend their claim. If you haven’t received a letter, there’s no need to worry. You can still extend your Child Benefit via the HMRC app or online where eligible. 

We know how important Child Benefit can be to families, so let HMRC know by 31 August if your teen intends to stay in approved education or training. Extending your Child Benefit ensures you won't miss out on any payments from 31 August. However, if your child changes their mind about further education or training, you can simply let HMRC know online or in the app and we’ll update our records and adjust any payments as needed. For parents who can’t extend their Child Benefit online, you can still do so by post or by phone.

Course Fees
Boston College course fees vary for those students aged 19 and over, depending on current financial circumstances, previous qualifications and the chosen course of study.

Advanced Learner Loans
Those students studying a course at Level 3 or above may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan, which will help towards course fees. Similar to a student loan, no repayments will be made until they are earning over the threshold depending on the loan plan. Household income isn't taken into account and there's no credit check. Eligibility depends on the chosen course, nationality and age.

Before applying for a Advanced Learner Loan, we advise that you seek impartial financial advice, consider your own personal circumstances and look into all of the options available to you.

Useful contact > gov.uk/advanced-learner-loan

The College has a two-week cooling off period where enrolments can be cancelled, however, you will incur a £50 cancellation fee. If you withdraw after the two-week cooling off period, payment of fees will still be required. Loan payments will cease, and you will owe the College the outstanding course fees.

Adult Education Budget
The Adult Education Budget is enabling more eligible adults to access FULL funding for courses up to Level 2 to break down the barriers between learning and course fees: 

You may qualify for FREE Level 2 or below courses by meeting the following:

• Be aged 19 or older on the 31st August. 
• Be either unemployed and receiving JSA, ESA or Universal Credit (subject to criteria) OR be earning less than £25,000 (annual gross salary) a year.

19+ Learner Support Fund
The Education and Skills Funding Agency (ESFA) provides the College with funds through the Adult Education Budget (AEB) to help adult learners overcome financial barriers so they can start or stay in education. The fund can be used to help with transport, food credit, childcare fees, books, equipment, and when not covered by other types of funding or tuition fees, depending on your circumstances.

Financial Support for Childcare
Those students aged 20 and over who are parents can also apply for financial support for childcare in addition to the main 19+ and Loan Bursary application. The support can be used towards any childcare provider which is Ofsted registered.

For parents aged under 20, who would like to start or return to learning, Care to Learn may be able to pay childcare costs.

Useful contact - 0800 121 8989, c2l@studentbursarysupport.co.uk or gov.uk/caretolearn

Applying for Financial Support
You can now apply for financial support via PayMyStudent. This is a secure cloud-based process.  All you need to do is click on the link and register, and then follow the instructions on screen.  If you need support or advice, please contact 01205 313218 or email bursary@boston.ac.uk

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Boston College 24/25 Information for Applicants- 19+ Learner Support Fund (LSF)

Boston College 24/25 Information for Applicants- Loans Bursary Fund (LBF)

Choosing to study a University Level course at Boston College can be considerably cheaper than going to university.

Student Loans
By studying a University Level course at Boston College, students are entitled to apply for a Student Loan through Student Finance England. The amount of the loan will depend on individual circumstances, and repayments will only start once you earn over £25,000 per year*

Before applying for a Student Loan, we advise that you seek impartial financial advice, consider your own personal circumstances and look into all of the options available to you.

Our Matrix accredited Careers Team are on hand to help you. The Careers, Education, Information, Advice and Guidance (CEIAG) trained advisers are available to offer FREE support with Student Finance Applications. Contact the Careers Team via careers@boston.ac.uk or 01205 313218 to book a careers appointment.

Useful contact > gov.uk/studentfinance or 0300 100 0607 

Useful contact > studentfinance.campaign.gov.uk

Disabled Students' Allowance (DSA)
If you’re studying a Higher Education course you may be eligible for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA). DSA supports students with learning difficulties (such as dyslexia and ADHD), mental health problems, disabilities and long-term illnesses. You can get DSA on top of your Student Loan, but unlike the loan you never have to pay it back. DSA can help you access resources like specialist equipment, computer software and support with your studies.

Useful contact > gov.uk/disabled-students-allowance-dsa

There is also an array of additional financial support available including:

• Maintenance Loans
• Adult Dependants' Grant
• Parents' Learning Allowance
• Childcare Grant

*Providing eligibility criteria are met - contact Student Finance England on 0845 300 50 90 for more details.

Financial Support Scheme and Application
The College may also be able to offer financial support for University Level learners to help them succeed and progress with their learning. This could include a bursary scheme for University Level students, which can award up to £500 per student. There is also a Hardship Fund that can be accessed by University Level students who experience an unexpected situation that may harm their ability to succeed on their course. Students who are classed as Care Leavers may be able to claim a partial fee waver. To check if you are eligible for these schemes, please read our Higher Education Financial Support Scheme.

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