A discretionary fund to help students from underrepresented groups - applications open until 8th May.
The University's Access & Success Fund is accepting applications until 8 May 2024. If you meet the criteria and there is something that could make your life easier, it's worth applying to the Fund!
Am I Eligible?
To be eligible for the fund, you must:
- Be a current UK, undergraduate Keele University student (you can't apply if you're international, postgraduate, on leave of absence, or repeating on an assessment-only basis)
- Have an annual household income below £62,343 (verified by Student Finance)
- Belong to at least one key student group. These groups are:
- Care leavers (aged under 25)
- Mature students (aged 21 or over at the start of your current course)
- Students from a minority ethnic background (including Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities)
- Students who are estranged from their family (aged under 25 and have zero contact with family)
- Students whose parent/s are in the military (service children)
- Students with a disability (including diagnosed mental health conditions)
- Students with caring responsibilities (for a friend or family member with a disability who could not cope without your care)
- Students with children aged under 18
- Students with household income below £25,000 (verified by Student Finance)
- Students with refugee status
- Transgender students
You would also need to explain, briefly, how an award from the fund would enhance your university experience. Some examples would include money for a laptop, membership fees for a society or sports club, a gym membership or a subscription to a streaming platform to help with your mental health.
How Do I Apply?
You can apply by filling in this form.
More information is on the University's website, and you can contact the Financial Support Team if you have any questions!