Some students may be eligible for the Cost of Living payment
Fortunately, there is a wide range of support available to them, including extra cash from the government in the form of cost of living payments. The payments make up a government support scheme that sees people receiving means-tested benefits get up to £900 in 2023/24, with the first payment of £301 going out during the summer.
Read more: All the remaining DWP support payments for the year - including £300 cost of living, winter fuel, and Christmas bonusFirstly, a student can only claim the benefit if they are under 21 and take a course for a qualification that is at the same level as or below A levels. Otherwise, they can claim if they are responsible for a child or already receive one of the following:
For example, loans that cover maintenance costs such as rent and bills will be deducted from Universal Credit. However, Special Support loans and grants do not deduct any cash from Universal Credit.
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