Living Cost Grant
New full-time students may be eligible for a non-repayable Living Cost Grant (sometimes referred to as a Maintenance Grant) worth up to £3,354 per year, to help with day to day costs such as rent, food, travel and entertainment.
The Grant is administered by Student Finance England and is non-repayable. The Grant is usually paid in three instalments, one at the start of each term, directly into your bank account.
The amount of Grant you receive depends on your household income (your parent's income if you are a dependent student, or your own if you are an independent student). The table below provides an indication of the expected thresholds and amounts for 2013 entry.
| Household income | Grant amount |
|---|---|
| Less than £25,000 | £3,354 |
| Between £25,000 and £42,611 | Part of £3,354 |
| Over £42,611 | Not eligible for Grant |
The amount of Living Cost Grant available can change year on year so it is advisable to check the latest information on our web pages.
The amount of non-repayable Living Cost Grant you receive will decrease the amount of Living Cost Loan you will be eligible for. The table below shows how much Grant and Loan you will receive depending on your household income. The figures shown relate to students living away from home and studying outside London.
| Household income | Living Cost Grant | Living Cost Loan | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| £25,000 or less | £3,354 | £3,823 | £7,177 |
| £30,000 | £2,416 | £4,292 | £6,708 |
| £35,000 | £1,478 | £4,761 | £6,239 |
| £40,000 | £540 | £5,230 | £5,770 |
| £42,611 | £50 | £5,475 | £5,525 |
| £42,875 | £0 | £5,500 | £5,500 |
| £50,000 | £0 | £4,788 | £4,788 |
| £60,000 | £0 | £3,788 | £3,788 |
| Over £62,125 | £0 | £3,575 | £3,575 |
If you have any questions please email student.finance@uea.ac.uk.