Independent Student Bursary (ISB)
Students can access further bursaries from SAAS depending on their circumstances.
Awarding Body
Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS)Value
Up to £1,000 per yearOverview
You will be eligible to apply for the Independent Students’ Bursary of £1,000 a year if your household income is £20,999 or less a year and you meet the other eligibility conditions. If your household income is over £21,000 a year, you will not qualify for ISB and your living cost support will be entirely through a student loan.
Support package for Independent Students
| Household income | Bursary | Loan | Total |
| £0 to £20,999 | £1,000 | £6,750 | £7,750 |
| £21,000 to £23,999 | £0 | £6,750 | £6,750 |
| £24,000 to £33,999 | £0 | £6,250 | £6,250 |
| £34,000 and above | £0 | £4,750 | £4,750 |
Eligibility
Eligible Countries of Residence
- Scotland
Eligible Courses
Course Level
- Undergraduate
Mode of Attendance
- Full Time
Mode of Study
- On Campus
Subject Area
- All Subjects
Other Requirements
You must be eligible for SAAS to pay your tuition fee.
Students on Nursing and Midwifery courses are not eligible for this bursary.
How to Apply
Application should be made directly to SAAS.