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Financial Support

St John Rigby College has a very generous Student Bursary that is available for full-time students. This bursary will be available for students who enrol at College in 2023.

The Bursary can be used to help with the cost of transport, meals, essential books and equipment, trips, print credits, specific clothing, and any other costs incurred as a result of attending college.

Types of Bursary

College can be financially challenging for some young people. At St John Rigby College we want all of our students to enjoy their College experience without this worry. If you or your family would like to discuss any financial concern, please contact us by email bursary@sjr.ac.uk or telephone 01942 214797.

Below is a summary of the 16-19 Bursary fund for 2023-2024. For more information regarding our bursary policy, application guidelines and to download an application form please see the links at the bottom of the page.

The 16-19 Bursary Fund has two elements:

An annual bursary for young people in the following defined vulnerable groups:

In care or an unaccompanied asylum seeker
Care leavers
Receiving Income Support, Universal Credit (UC) because they are financially supporting themselves, or
Receiving Employment and Support Allowance and Disability Living Allowance (PIP) in their own right

A discretionary award is made to young people in a way that best fits the needs and circumstances of our students.

St John Rigby College’s criteria are as follows:

Household Income below £27,500 for one dependant
Household Income below £35,200 for two dependants
Household Income below £40,700 for three dependants
Household Income below £46,200 for four dependants
Household Income below £51,700 for 5 or more dependants

The discretionary award will be targeted towards those young people who face the greatest financial barriers to participation; such as the costs of transport, meals, books and equipment. Conditions for receiving the Bursary awards will be subject to student attendance and student engagement with their studies.

To view the Bursary Policy, Bursary Application Form or Application Form Guidelines please follow the click links below:

Student Bursary Policy

Application Form

Application Form Guidelines

FAQs

When can I apply for the Bursary?

You can apply for the bursary from 5th July 2023. However, you will only be told if you have been approved, or otherwise, after you have enrolled at the college.

How do I apply for the Bursary?

There is an application form for the Student Bursary – this will be available on our website and at enrolment. Alternatively, if you do not obtain a form from either of these two methods, contact bursary@sjr.ac.uk

Who needs to complete the application form?

If you are a student in one of the vulnerable groups identified on this page then you, the student, can fill out the form. If applying for the Discretionary Bursary, a parent or carer should complete the form.

Is the form difficult to complete?

We have made the form as straightforward as possible but if you are unsure of anything please do not hesitate to contact bursary@sjr.ac.uk. Remember that we want you to apply and will help you as much as we can.

When will I know if I have been approved for the Bursary?

We will aim to let you know if your application has been approved within 10 working days of receiving your application (and all the required evidence) – however during busy periods, for example, at the start of the academic year, this may take a little longer. If the application is approved, the approval date will always be backdated to the date that we received your application and required evidence.

Is it worth applying for the Bursary?

Yes, definitely!
We have had many students who initially did not believe that they would be eligible for the bursary, but when they did apply they were approved. If you are not sure if you should apply then please contact bursary@sjr.ac.uk and someone will contact you to discuss this further.

If you have any other questions relating to the Student Bursary then please contact bursary@sjr.ac.uk – we want to do everything we can to ensure you are financially supported whilst at St John Rigby College and are more than happy to answer any questions.