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 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.
Governmental Discretionary Funds are provided to support UK students. All students encountering unforeseen financial difficulties may be eligible to apply to the University for limited assistance. More information can be found on the Discretionary Fund page.

Students funded by the Students Awards Agency for Scotland who have registered childcare may be eligible to apply to the Childcare Fund through Student Services.
If you are eligible to work in the UK, you may be seeking job opportunities to support your study.

There are normally various opportunities available within the University, ranging from clerical and hospitality jobs to tutoring and research projects. You can use the online vacancies system to find out about both permanent and casual work.

Some academic Schools offer paid tutoring positions to research students, usually in their second year. Please contact your academic School for further information.

The Careers Centre also provides information for students looking for jobs in the St Andrews area.

Financial assistance for undergraduate students

Scholarships

Discretionary funds

Work opportunities