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Understanding Funding for Higher Education
Applying for higher education can feel overwhelming, but support is available to help students and families navigate the funding process with confidence. The Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) provides comprehensive guidance on the financial support available, as well as step-by-step support on how to complete your funding application.
Whether you are a prospective student, parent, or carer, you can access a range of helpful resources designed to explain entitlements, application processes, and key deadlines. These guides cover a variety of circumstances, including support for care-experienced and estranged students, disabled students, and those entering specific courses such as nursing or midwifery.
We encourage you to explore the following resources:
Funding Guides:
- saas-student-funding-key-facts.pdf
- saas-parent-carer-funding-information.pdf
- saas-disabled-students-allowance-quick-guide.pdf
- saas-care-experienced-quick-guide.pdf
- saas-estranged-students-quick-guide.pdfsaas-nursing-midwifery-quick-guide.pdf
YouTube help videos:
- SAAS - Student Funding - Get The Facts
- SAAS Applying For Funding Through Your SAAS Account
- Undergraduate Students
- Starting your application
- Estranged Students
- Care Experienced Students
- Parents and Carers
- The Next Level - Student Awards Agency Scotland
These resources offer clear, accessible advice to help you understand your options and feel prepared when applying for funding