13/14 STUDENT FINANCE 2013/14

13/14 APPLICATIONS

12_ /14 Applications should be made as soon as possible so payments can be made at start of the academic year Applying online through is the quickest and easiest method No need to wait for confirmed offer from a university or college Students can indicate if they qualify for/wish to apply for DSA, CCG/PLA or ADG in which case we will provide the necessary details/forms APPLICATIONS

12_ /14 Feb 4 New students will be able to apply for student finance from 4 th February 2013 May 31 The application deadline for new students will be 31 st May 2013 APPLICATIONS

12_ /14 Passport (if the student has one) Details of preferred university or college and course Course start date Bank details National Insurance Number The names and address of anyone who will be supporting the application Remember to recheck details before submitting application! Things for students to have to hand when applying: APPLICATIONS

13/14 RESOURCES

13/14 INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS For more information and to apply, visit

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13/14 PRACTITIONERS WEBSITE For a range of helpful tools and guidance, visit

13/14 Important they make the right university and course choice, not letting fee levels affect their decision Repayments are linked to what a student earns, not what they owe Apply online & on time – no need to wait for a confirmed place Apply for DSAs or other additional support as soon as possible Ensure all details are correct before submitting an application, and let us know of any changes Check and update account online where possible KEY MESSAGES FOR STUDENTS

Your student finance journey starts here Students & Parents/Sponsors Customer Helpline Customer Website Expert Advice for Practitioners Practitioner Helpline Practitioner Team Local Support for Practitioners Andy Shenton Local SFA STUDENT FINANCE ENGLAND – KEY CONTACTS