www.family-action.org.uk – a charitable organisation with some small educational grants available and details on how to search and apply [Read more...]
My scholarship experience
February 14, 2011 By
Mum of four, Sarah Wheatley, experienced first-hand the scholarship application process, when their family plans to move counties coincided with eldest son, Joseph, starting Secondary School. She explains why, and how, they took the decision to apply for funding for Joseph’s education. “When we were planning on moving to York a few years ago, Joseph was due to start secondary school. After looking up the various state secondary schools in the different areas of York, I was concerned that we would not be able to afford to live in the catchment area for any of the decent ones. I couldn’t bear to send him to a ‘rough’ school – I know that sounds snobby – after going to [our local primary] where the children are all so protected and looked after.”
The best school in the area was the exclusive and high achieving St Peter’s; a private school in York that prides itself in proving a first class education. After finding the school on the internet, Sarah phoned to enquire and was sent an information pack through the post, including the school’s prospectus and application form. [Read more...]
Examples of Scholarships in the UK
January 27, 2011 By
There are a huge number of scholarships available for students specialising in almost every subject imaginable. Some cover the whole cost of studying, others just a portion. Some scholarships specifically cover course fees, whilst others are awarded in the form of money off transport, or living costs.
Some examples include:
University College London
The consistently high-ranking University College London, boasts and array of scholarships for its students, at both undergraduate and graduate level; an impressive 14 scholarships are available in total, plus various grants and bursaries. One example is the UCL UPC (University Preparatory Certificate for Science and Engineering and University Preparatory Certificate for Humanities and Social Sciences) Progression Scholarships. These awards, worth £5,000 per annum, are given to the students with the highest academic performance, regardless of financial circumstances. [Read more...]
What are bursaries and scholarships?
January 21, 2011 By
Bursaries and scholarships are extra sources of financial help given to students, usually by charities, colleges, or universities.
It is important to note that, unlike student loans, bursaries and scholarships do not have to be repaid, but they are not always well-advertised, are usually quite limited and do need to be applied for well in advance. This financial help may cover all, or part of a school, college or university’s fees. They may be awarded to the student (or their family) as a cash payment, or in another way, such as a discount on accommodation. [Read more...]