SOAS students experiencing financial difficulties can apply for a grant to help with the cost of living or childcare. 

To qualify you must be studying a part-time or full-time on-campus programme. We have different funds that support SOAS students in different situations. 

SOAS Hardship Funds are designed to provide short-term financial assistance to temporary hardship. If you need advice on your current financial situation, please book an appointment with the Student Advice Service to discuss your options. 

Please note that SOAS Hardship Funds cannot help with paying tuition fees.   

If you have a financial emergency, please contact the Student Advice Service via SID.

How to apply

Before you start your application please read our SOAS Hardship Fund Guidance (PDF, 165KB).

To apply, please complete the SOAS Hardship Fund application

Available funds

Please take a look at the hardship funds available to SOAS students.