Student Loans - SAAS
Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) is Scotland’s student funding agency.
Awarding Body
Student Awards Agency for Scotland (SAAS)Value
VariousDeadline
MarchQuantity of Awards
One application per student per academic yearOverview
SAAS provides government funding to colleges and universities to pay tuition fees and gives eligible students financial support to help with living costs while studying. This may include a loan, a bursary or a living-cost grant, depending on individual circumstances.
Each part of the UK has its own student funding agency. If you normally live in Scotland, you will apply to SAAS. If you normally live elsewhere in the UK, you should apply to the relevant funding body for your home nation:
Available Funding
SAAS support may include:
- Payment of your tuition fees directly to the University
- A student loan for living costs
- A bursary or living-cost grant (depending on household income and personal circumstances)
The amount of funding you receive depends on your circumstances, including where you live, your household income and whether you have studied before.
Full details of the funding available for undergraduate students, including current rates, are available on the SAAS website:
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
How to Apply
You must apply to SAAS each academic year. Applications are made online through your SAAS account. You should apply as early as possible to make sure your funding is in place for the start of your course.
You can find step-by-step guidance on how to apply on the SAAS website: