Student Support - How does student support affect benefits and tax credits?
Students in universities and colleges of higher education may be able to get help with tuition fees, the costs of their course and their living expenses by getting student support in the form of student grants (including bursaries) or loans from the Government.
- Last reviewed 19 September 2024
How does student support affect benefits and tax credits?
The rules about how student income such as grants (including bursaries) and loans, affects benefits entitlement are quite complicated. You can find more information in our Student Income guide.
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