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Grants for university students

Are you starting university this year?

Wiltshire Community Foundation offers grants to young people in Wiltshire and Swindon who need support with the costs of studying an undergraduate degree at university. The One Degree More bursary is £1,600 for each year of the course to help with general living expenses, course costs, books and equipment. We are now open for applications for those stating university this year.

Who is eligible to apply – young people can apply for a university bursary if they:

  • are under 24 years old
  • have lived in Wiltshire or Swindon for at least 2 years
  • parents or guardians receive 2 means-tested benefits (2 elements of Universal Credit)
  • eligible for funding through Student Finance England
  • studying for first undergraduate degree at a UK university or college

Or

  • are a young person in the care of Wiltshire or Swindon Borough Council (LAC)

Applications close on 5 April 2024. Apply today by visiting: www.wiltshirecf.org.uk/grants-and-support/individuals/university-bursary-one-degree-more/

Nicola Hillier

Grants Manager

(My working days are Tuesday – Friday)

Wiltshire Community Foundation

Direct Dial: 01380 738984

www.wiltshirecf.org.uk

Company Limited by Guarantee No. 6504318 in England and Wales, Registered Charity No. 1123126