Breadcrumb Home askUS Money General askUS information General Support Information Accommodation Admin Essentials Careers, Jobs and My Future Disability and Learner Support Diversity and Inclusion Money Paying for University Uni Life Urgent Problems Money Coming to university is a big financial commitment and it is important to manage your money carefully. The information below explains the costs of being at university and the financial support you can get. Budgeting and Managing Your Money There is a lot to consider when managing your money, from tuition fees and housing to food, course materials and your social life. Student funding may seem like a lot when it lands in your bank account, but it is designed to last for one term of 12 to 13 weeks. To make sure this money lasts, you will need to plan and budget. Living in Salford and Manchester Salford and Manchester are relatively budget-friendly areas to live, allowing you to enjoy some of the cheapest public transport costs in the UK as well as great offers on social activities and plenty of choice when it comes to filling your food cupboards. Advice for International Students While our budgeting and money management advice may be useful to you, if you are an international student then you may have restrictions on how many hours you can work, what sort of bank account you can open and more. Debt advice for current students Find various advice if you are having any concerns involving financial debt. Finance FAQs Read our most frequently asked questions relating to finance. Loans and Grants Based on where in the UK you are from, you can apply for finance State Benefits You may be able to claim welfare benefits if you are between 18 years old and retirement age, have UK nationality, ‘settled’, or ‘refugee’ status, or are an EU or EEA national (subject to other conditions that also apply). Scholarships, Funds and Bursaries Salford Support Fund The Salford Support Fund is used to assist UK students who are experiencing exceptional financial difficulties during the academic year and/or are considering leaving higher education because of financial problems. The Fund was created to enable you to achieve your potential at university. Inspire Fund Salford Inspire is a fund that gives students from £150 per year of your undergraduate degree to spend in the Inspire online store. International Support Fund The purpose of the International Support Fund is to help international students who are experiencing an unplanned and unpredictable expenditure or disruption to your source of finance for fee repayments and living costs that has arisen as a result of a significant and unexpected event that could not have been predicted in their financial planning (this includes the current COVID-19 pandemic). U.S. Federal Loans for U.S. Citizens and Eligible Noncitizens The University of Salford deals with U.S. federal loan (Title IV) funds. Here you can find all the information about the application. Undergraduate Fees, Scholarships and Bursaries Making the decision to study at university can be a big financial commitment, which is why it's important for you to learn about the fees you will need to pay as well as how to manage your money before you start your studies. Postgraduate taught/coursework fees, Scholarships and Bursaries At the University of Salford, we put your fees back into into building and maintaining our industry-standard facilities. We also employ leading researchers to teach on our courses, helping you become an expert in your chosen field. Postgraduate research fees, Scholarships and Bursaries As a postgraduate research student, you will need to pay annual tuition fees. These vary according to the programme you are studying. There are a range of scholarships and discounts to postgraduate research students. International Student Fees, Scholarships and Bursaries As a student at the University of Salford, you will need to pay for your tuition fees and cover your living expenses. Find out more about the costs of studying here and explore the scholarships and financial support available. See also Money and finance services on Student Hub
