Financial assistance for undergraduate students

The University of St Andrews offers many scholarships and bursaries each year. There are also resources available to undergraduates seeking funding, including options outside the University. However, please be aware that the offer of a University place does not carry with it a guarantee of financial support.

The University always aims to provide advice and assistance to students who are struggling with money worries. Students looking for information about financial assistance may find the money matters section of the website useful.

Scholarships

Scholarships are available based on academic merit and financial need and may cover or partially cover tuition fees, maintenance (living costs including accommodation) or both. They are available for students with home or overseas fee status as well as those with refugee status, humanitarian protection, discretionary leave and asylum seeker status. The correct tuition fee status will determine which scholarships are available to you. If you have any questions about your fee status, email fees@st-andrews.ac.uk.

Scholarships may be held in addition to external funding or awards from a government body. Read the terms of award carefully and apply to a range of funding sources. Email ugscholarships@st-andrews.ac.uk if you have any questions. 

Companies, foundations and other external bodies also provide financial help to students studying at home or overseas. Applicants who are resident overseas can usually obtain information on scholarships from their local government, Ministry of Education, an appropriate inter-university organisation, or from the British Council.

Academic Schools may also offer grants or other financial support. 

See the scholarships terms and conditions for more information.

Support from government agencies

Apply to the awarding body in the country where you usually live.

Scotland

Financial support is provided to students ordinarily residing in Scotland through the Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS).

England

Details on how to apply for tuition and maintenance loans are available from Student Finance England (SFE).

Wales

Details on how to apply for tuition and maintenance support are available from Student Finance Wales (SFW).

Northern Ireland

Details on how to apply for tuition and maintenance support are available from Student Finance Northern Ireland (SFNI).

European Union (non-UK) countries and territories

Residents should contact the relevant education authority in their home country to find out what support may be available. The local British Council may also be able to provide guidance.

Non-European Union countries and territories

International students should contact the relevant authority in their home country to find out what financial support may be available to assist with tuition fees and living costs. There are a number of organisations including the British Council and the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office that offer scholarships to qualified overseas applicants.

Students from the USA

For information on loans for students who are US citizens, see the US funding page.