Partially funded

Essex Futures Bursary

University of Essex, United Kingdom

Scholarship overview

Essex Futures is a support package of up to £3,000 for UK students from lower-income households starting an undergraduate course in October 2027. Part of it is funded through philanthropic fundraising.

Award Information

  • Be a UK student with household income of £35,000 or under, as assessed by Student Finance England.
  • Start an undergraduate course at Essex in October 2027.
  • Household income up to £25,000: £1,000 cash bursary plus £2,000 credit against university owned or administered accommodation fees.
  • £25,001 to £30,000: £1,500 credit against accommodation fees.
  • £30,001 to £35,000: £1,000 credit against accommodation fees.
  1. Apply for an undergraduate place at Essex and apply for Student Finance England so household income is assessed.
  2. No separate application is needed; eligible students are considered automatically.

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