HARDSHIP FUND

We have a limited amount of funds available to support higher education students who are experiencing financial hardship. Full-time or part-time students are welcome to apply. All applications are considered on a case by case basis following national guidelines, taking into consideration the proposed need and funds available.

Funds are usually only available to students who have taken out their full student finance package from Student Finance England. If you are still waiting for your application to be assessed, please complete the form. We may be able to offer you a short term loan until your maintenance loan comes through.

Hardship Fund Application Form

Application form to apply for the higher education hardship fund.

Student Personal Details

Student Name(Required)
Home Address(Required)
Date of Birth(Required)
Study Mode

Hardship funds can only be paid into the student’s bank account, if you don’t have an account please return the form and provide the bank details once opened.

Residency Details

The following children/adults are financially dependent on me (full name and date of birth)
Have you lived outside of the UK/EU since 01/09/2023?(Required)

Disability

Please tick any that are relevant to you

Student's Income Details

Partner's Income

Household Fixed Expenditure

Household Variable Expenditure

Please specify
Please specify

Vehicle Costs £ / month

(Students with a disability or dependants only)

Statement and Supporting Documents

Please state why you are in financial difficulty and how you would use any funds granted to you.
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                    I am applying for money from the College Hardship Fund and confirm that the information I have given is correct. I have attached the required evidence to support my application and I give permission for Nescot to keep a copy of all documents supplied, including a copy of my passport. I understand that if I give false information, I will automatically disqualify my application and I will be subject to the college disciplinary procedure resulting in possible exclusion and repayment of funds received. I understand that any assistance provided is subject to enrolling on the course of study and maintaining satisfactory levels of attendance, progress and behaviour and that my tutor will be contacted to check this. I am aware that all or part of any payment may be repayable (or the items returned) if I withdraw for whatever reason or do not have satisfactory attendance, progress and behaviour. The amount to be repaid will be determined by the College. I understand that I need to follow the College procedure for authorising any absences. I am happy to be contacted by email or telephone (if I supplied this information) and I will keep the College informed of my current contact details. I understand that my application and payment information can only be discussed with myself.
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                    Data Protection Statement. Personal data provided on this form will be used for the purposes of assessing your eligibility to receive hardship funding. It will be processed in accordance with NESCOT’s full Privacy Notice which may be found on our website.

                    Any questions?

                    Student Finance Team

                    For information about the financial support available including loans, bursaries and other entitlements please contact our student finance team

                    Student Finance Contact

                    0208 394 3033 or 020 8394 1181
                    studentfinance@nescot.ac.uk