Studying in the UK

All eligible full-time higher education students entering higher education can get a Student Loan for Tuition Fees. The loan will cover any amount up to the full amount you’re charged for tuition fees.

For 2021-2022 this will be up to ?4,530 for students studying within Northern Ireland, and up to ?9,250 for students studying in the rest of the UK.

Studying in the Republic of Ireland

If you normally live in Northern Ireland and are currently studying or starting a higher education course in the Republic of Ireland (ROI) in the 2021-2022 academic year, you may be eligible for a loan to cover the full cost of the student contribution charge, which is 3,000.

If you started your course in RoI before , you will continue to be eligible for a non-means tested non-repayable grant to cover the student contribution charge.

Studying at a private institution

If you study at a private institution, you should be aware that that you may not receive the full tuition fee loan support to cover your tuition fees.

You will be responsible for funding the difference in the additional cost of your tuition fees. You should find out what tuition fees are charged by the private institution and what tuition fee loan support is available from your local Student Finance NI office before you start the course.

Student Loan for Maintenance

All eligible full-time students can get a Student Loan for Maintenance, but the exact amount you can borrow will depend on several factors, including your household income, where you live while you’re studying and whether you’re in the final year of your course. Lees verder →