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Money to learn for 16 - 19 year olds
EMA closed to new applicants in England
The Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA) scheme closed to new applicants on 1 January 2011. However, there is now a Bursary Fund for 16-19 year olds in hardship.
16-19 bursary fund
If you’re aged between 16 and 19 years and think you might struggle with the costs for full-time education or training you may receive a bursary.
Students most in need will be eligible to receive a bursary of £1,200 a year. This group includes:
- people in care
- care leavers
- people claiming income support
- disabled young people who receive Employment Support Allowance and Disability Living Allowance
Other students facing genuine financial difficulties may be awarded a bursary at the discretion of their school, college or training provider.
Schools, colleges and training providers will be responsible for awarding bursaries to students. With the exception of the £1,200 bursaries for students most in need, they decide on the amount. They will also decide when bursaries are paid, and will set conditions that students should meet to receive a bursary, for example, linked to behaviour or attendance.
If you’re studying or starting a course and face financial hardship for advice speak to student support services or your tutor. Contact a local college and ask for information about their arrangements for bursaries.
For more information about money to learn for 16-19 go to Direct gov.
