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Enrolment – Bursary Information

The Preston College bursary can cover the costs of your bus pass and college meals (if you are eligible). If you are applying for a bursary, you don’t need to wait until enrolment! You can apply now by visiting the Financial Support page.

What is a bursary?

A bursary is financial support that you receive to help you attend college. The amount of bursary you are awarded is based on household circumstances, so you will need to provide evidence as part of your application.

Eligibility Overview

As part of your bursary application you will need to complete eligibility
questions covering:

  • Who you live with?
  • How you receive your household income for example, paid employment or benefits
  • How are you going to travel to college?
  • Are you a young carer?

Household Income

Eligibility for the bursary fund is based on a household income of less than £28,000. Applicants with large families (generally defined as betwen 4 and 6 children) will need to see a Welfare Officer.

Types of Evidence

Here a few examples of the types of evidence you need to provide to show household income. Click here for list of Household Income Evidence.

  • Screenshots from your Universal Credit online account
  • Most recent award letter for your tax credits
  • Payslips

Don’t delay!

At peak times, applications can take three to four weeks to process. Help us process your application by completing all the sections on the application form and uploading recent evidence of your household income. We can’t process your application without it!

Need more help?

You’ll find guidance on how to apply, and frequently asked bursary questions in the Financial Support section.

If you need further help or support the Student Services Team can be contacted on 01772 225656 or email studentservices@preston.ac.uk

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