When Will I Get Paid?

Find out when you'll receive your maintenance loan payments

Payment Schedule

Your maintenance loan is paid in 3 instalments at the start of each term: 25% in the first term, 25% in the second term, and 50% in the final term.

When does your course start?

September / October January / February April June

Your Payment Dates

London (Max £14,135.00/year)

25%

October

£3,533.75

25%

January

£3,533.75

50%

April

£7,067.50

Outside London (Max £10,830.00/year)

25%

October

£2,707.50

25%

January

£2,707.50

50%

April

£5,415.00

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Disclaimer: The dates and amounts shown are estimates based on full eligibility and applying on time. Actual payment dates and amounts may vary depending on your individual circumstances, household income, and when your application is processed. Always check your Student Finance England account for confirmed figures.

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Important Information

Payments are made directly to your bank account at the start of each term.
The final payment (50%) is larger to help cover the longer summer period.
Your university must confirm your attendance before each payment is released.
Exact payment dates may vary slightly — check your Student Finance account for confirmed dates.

For official information, visit www.gov.uk/student-finance