Estranged students are any young people going into Higher Education without the support or approval of family. Lacking this support network leaves many wanting to access Higher Education at a disadvantage and so there are various support services and funds available to help out.
Some key areas are summarised below, and more details of the support available can be found on the UK Government Website, UCAS, or StandAlone.org.uk
Evidence
In order to get the support you qualify for you will need to provide evidence of your estrangement. It is important to make your circumstances clear, provide the necessary statements and keep copies of any documents you have sent off.
Student finance now has a specialist team that can aid you with your application and you can contact them directly for support at [email protected].
Bursaries and Scholarships
Some universities provide extra funding for estranged students to cover the cost of accommodation. All universities have a Student Support Fund/Hardship Fund which is for any student struggling with funds can apply for.
There are many scholarship options available to students, estranged or otherwise, that can be applied for. Applicants that are estranged from their parents will find their case more compelling.
Find more about Bursaries and Scholarships at the University of Bolton here.
Stand alone
Stand Alone is an organisation that pledges to support estranged young people during their studies and time in higher education, you can find out more about the Stand Alone Pledge on their website.
More Information and Support
Student Funding Team
T: +44 (0) 1204 903497/ +44 (0) 1204 903738
Information is correct as of February 2023.
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