Apply for student finance for 2023/24
About Student Finance England (SFE)
Applications for student finance are made through Student Finance England (SFE) or the relevant awarding body. Whether you're applying for an undergraduate, postgraduate or postgraduate doctoral student loan you’ll need to visit the Government website to apply.
You’ll either be asked to set up a student finance account or log into one (if you have an account with student finance already). Your online account is where you can view your statements and letters, track your application and lots more.
Please note that international students are not eligible for funding from the Student Loans Company.
When can I apply?
Applications for 2023/24 are now open for full-time undergraduate students. New students should apply by 19 May 2023 so funding can be ready for the start of the course and returning students should apply by 23 June 2023 to ensure funding is approved prior to the start of the academic year. Part-time students can apply from June 2023.
If you would like to apply for a postgraduate loan or postgraduate doctoral loan, applications for 2023/2024 will open in May/June 2023.
How to apply
Apply online for an undergraduate student loan
Apply online for a postgraduate student loan
Apply online for a doctoral student loan
If you’ve already taken out a student loan with Student Finance England log into your account to apply for a student loan
Our top five tips:
- apply as soon as you can
- provide full and complete information on your application form
- send all evidence that is requested as soon as possible
- be vigilant with your personal data
- remember to reapply if you need to. Undergraduate students need to reapply each academic year.
FAQ'S
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What documents will I need?
To apply you’ll need your National Insurance number and in-date passport details (if applicable), as well as your bank account details. Depending on your circumstances Student Finance England may ask for other documents (e.g. a birth, marriage or divorce certificate or residency documents) please send these as soon as you can.
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What information is needed?
It’s important that you complete the application form in full. Make sure you include details of any previous study you’ve undertaken at Higher Education level in any country. Incomplete information could result in your funding being withdrawn.
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When should I apply?
We strongly recommend that you apply as soon as you can. For undergraduate students, applications normally open in the February before the next academic year. For postgraduate students, you can apply the summer before the start of your course.
You do not need to wait for an offer before you apply, or to have decided on where you want to study. You can still apply with your preferred choice and change it later. Just remember to make any changes by 1 September. Applying early will help your loan to be in place for the start of term. If you apply late, you may not receive all the funding you’re entitled to in time for your first term.
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Can I change my application?
If you have already applied for student finance and need to change your application, you may be able to do so online by logging into your student finance account. What you can change will depend on what stage your application is at.
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How can I keep myself safe from fraud?
Be careful with your personal details online. Students are often targeted with phishing emails around student finance payment dates. It is important to know that:
- the Student Loans Company (SLC) will never ask you to update your bank details by email
- SLC will never ask you to verify your student account details by email
- you should ignore SLC branded messages that tell you to 'validate your account' or provide any personal, security or banking details.
Want to find out more?
If you're interested in studying an undergraduate degree and want to know more please view our student finance resources on our getting ready for university page.
You can also search Ask Herts for fees and funding information.
Any questions?
Please email funding@herts.ac.uk if you have any queries. For example, if you can’t find your course on the application form or if there are any changes to your course. If you're intending to study an undergraduate degree we may ask for your UCAS ID, so please have it to hand.
You can also call the Student Centre on +44 (0)1707 284800
Find out how to contact Student Finance England
About Student Finance England (SFE)
Applications for student finance are made through Student Finance England (SFE) or the relevant awarding body.
Please note that international students are not eligible for funding from the Student Loans Company.
When can I apply?
Applications for 2021/22 are now open for full-time undergraduate students. Part-time students can apply from 28 June 2021.
How to apply
Apply online for an undergraduate student loan
Our top 5 tips:
- apply as soon as you can
- provide full and complete information on your application form
- send all evidence that is requested as soon as possible
- be vigilant with your personal data
- remember to reapply each academic year! Undergraduate student loans don't automatically roll over.
FAQ'S
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What documents will I need?
To apply you’ll need your National Insurance number and in-date passport details (if applicable), as well as your bank account details. Depending on your circumstances Student Finance England may ask for other documents (e.g. a birth certificate or residency documents) please send these as soon as you can.
-
What information is needed?
It’s important that you complete the application form in full. Incomplete information could result in your funding being withdrawn.
-
When should I apply?
We strongly recommend that you apply as soon as you can. Applications normally open in the February before the next academic year.
You do not need to wait for an offer before you apply, or to have decided on where you want to study. You can still apply with your preferred choice and change it later. Just remember to make any changes by 1 September. Applying early will help your loan to be in place for the start of term. If you apply late, you may not receive all the funding you’re entitled to in time for your first term.
-
Can I change my application?
If you have already applied for student finance and need to change your application, you may be able to do so online by logging into your student finance account. What you can change will depend on what stage your application is at.
-
How can I keep myself safe from fraud?
Be careful with your personal details online. Students are often targeted with phishing emails around student finance payment dates. It is important to know that:
- the Student Loans Company (SLC) will never ask you to update your bank details by email
- SLC will never ask you to verify your student account details by email
- you should ignore SLC branded messages that tell you to 'validate your account' or provide any personal, security or banking details.
Want to find out more?
View student finance resources on our getting ready for university page.
You can also search Ask Herts for fees and funding information
Any questions?
Please email funding@herts.ac.uk if you have any queries. For example, if you can’t find your course on the application form or if there are any changes to your course. We may ask you for your UCAS ID, so please have it to hand.
You can also call the Student Centre on +44 (0)1707 284800
Find out how to contact Student Finance England
About Student Finance England (SFE)
Applications for student finance are made through Student Finance England (SFE) or relevant awarding body. If you’ve already taken out a student loan with Student Finance England log into your account to apply
Please note, international students are not eligible for any type of funding from the Student Loan Company.
When can I apply?
Applications for postgraduate and postgraduate doctoral loans for 2021/2022 will open 28 June 2021.
How to apply
Apply online for a postgraduate student loan
Apply online for a doctoral student loan
Our top 5 tips:
- apply as soon as you can
- provide full and complete information on your application form
- send all evidence that is requested as soon as possible
- be vigilant with your personal data
- don't reapply! You only need to apply once for the postgraduate master's loan or doctoral loan, even if your course is longer than one year.
FAQ's
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What documents will I need?
To apply you’ll need your National Insurance number and in-date passport details (if applicable), as well as your bank account details. Depending on your circumstances and residency status Student Finance England may ask for other documents (e.g. a birth, marriage or divorce certificate or residency documents) please send these as soon as you can.
-
What information is needed?
It’s important that you complete the application form in full. Make sure you include details of any previous study you’ve undertaken at Higher Education level in any country. Incomplete information could result in your funding being withdrawn.
-
When should I apply?
We strongly recommend that you apply as soon as you can. Postgraduate students can apply the summer before the start of your course.
-
Can I change my application?
If you have already applied for student finance and need to change your application, you may be able to do so online by logging into your student finance account. What you can change will depend on what stage your application is at.
-
How can I keep myself safe from fraud?
Be careful with your personal details online. Students are often targeted with phishing emails around student finance payment dates. It is important to know that:
- the Student Loans Company (SLC) will never ask you to update your bank details by email
- SLC will never ask you to verify your student account details by email
- you should ignore SLC branded messages that tell you to 'validate your account' or provide any personal, security or banking details.
Want to find out more?
Search Ask Herts for fees and funding information
Any questions?
Please email funding@herts.ac.uk if you have any queries.
You can also call the Student Centre on +44 (0)1707 284800
Find out how to contact Student Finance England
