16-18 Years – Financial Support

School Leavers (16-18 Year Old Learners) Financial Support

Apply now for help with your course related costs. For students with an identified low household income, there may be financial support available. Bursary awards can help with your course related costs such as travel, childcare, books and equipment and much more.

What help can I get with Student Finance?

If you are aged over sixteen and thinking of enrolling on a full or part-time course, you can apply for funding through the student finance application form below. Funds will be targeted at students where there is an identified low household income. This application form should also be used if you are 19 years old and starting your second year of a two year course with us or aged 19-24 and have a current Education, Health and Care Plan.

You are advised to read the policies and guidelines below and ensure that you provide all the evidence that is required when submitting your application.

*****Applications for student funding for learners starting in September 2024 are now open. Applications can be made from this page using the button below.

You will need your log in information for your Colchester Institute account before you start the bursary application process. Please do not make a new account if you already have one as you will not be able use the second account to apply for the bursary. If you cannot remember your log in information, please use this link to reset your password or call 01206 712222 for assistance.

Childcare:

The 2024-25 Further Education Fee Policy can be viewed here:

For queries and further information

Contact Student Services on (01206) 712435 or email student.finance@colchester.ac.uk