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Thesis servicing
For the past 20 years I have deferred payment of my student loan. In that time, Thesis have taken over my particular loan. Ever since, each year 'arrears' have been added for the slightest transgressions. Deferment forms are mysteriously lost in the post, my emails to them aren't received etc. I became due for deferment…
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Do I tell Student Loans the money I receive yearly from family business?
Once a year I receive a lump sum of money from a family business. I'm obviously not employed by my family so do I have to tell Student Loans that I receive this money? I'm still under the threshold for repaying them any money even with this lump sum but when I forgot to update them on my current employment a few months ago…
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Finance and credit cards making uni impossible
I have previously purchased quite a few things via finance and I am still paying them off. It was fine before University because I could afford to pay them. Now I have to pay for rent and everything else I'm already finding it really hard. Family don't know my financial situation, I messed up before and spent ages paying…
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Being chased for student loan overpayments
My son was briefly at Uni (6 months) before taking an apprenticeship instead. Since leaving he has received letters from Student Loans Company saying he was overpaid his grant/loan and needs to make 'voluntary' payments to pay that back. He paid these for a while however as he is now making payments through his salary also…
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What can I claim on top of a student loan
I am hoping someone might have solid information on what I can claim, on top of a standard student loan? I am currently 45, got offered a place on a Photography and Graphic design degree course (full time) as a Mature student. I was hoping to start 2017/2018 Academic year, but I was not able to get everything sorted for…
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Treasury Committee holds inquiry into the student loan system
The Treasury Committee are holding an inquiry to scrutinise recent changes to the student loan system, including the repayment threshold, interest rates, tuition fees, and the impact on university finances.It will also examine the impact of higher education on the public finances, a so-called 'graduate tax', and the…
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MSE News: PM pledges to raise student loan repayment threshold
Prime Minister Theresa May has said the student loan repayment threshold will be increased from £21,000 to £25,000 as part of a wide-ranging review of student finance...Read the full story: 'Victory for graduates as PM pledges to raise student loan repayment threshold' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already,…
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Struggling
I have decided to return back to studies and wonder if anbody has any tips foe for. I knew it was going to be hard emotionally and financially, but I didn't quite realise how much. I have no time for anything as I work as well, and I'm shattered all the time. I am also a single parent. My outgoings are the same as my…
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Best place to sell used (but in great quality) books
Hello all, I was a long time member from the past, under the same username, waaay back when this site was not long set up! I've just popped in to ask where is the best place to sell used but in great quality books? I tried Amazon this morning and couldn't wade through their buyer central bureaucracy, then they said they…
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MSE News: MPs to launch major new student loans inquiry
An influential group of MPs has launched a wide-ranging inquiry into the student loans system...Read the full story: 'MPs to launch major new student loans inquiry' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
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Student loan question
I had 3 student loans in 96,97,98 I have never made any repayments to it as I dont earn the money stated in the deferment letters. Will my loan be written of when I am 50? (I am now 40). Thanks for any advice.
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Overseas Repayments - Evidence of Income
I am living overseas and have been making repayments for a few years on Plan 1 (1998-2005 loan type). I have now moved country and informed the SLC. They have in turn requested that I provide evidence of my income. As the repayment threshold is ridiculously low where I have moved I will end up paying a huge amount of my…
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Student discount for £16! With cashback.
Have you ever considered becoming a student just for the student discount? Save £60 of a Spotify premium subscription, free McDonald's cheeseburgers and save hundreds on shops with apps like Unidays and Student Beans. Consider buying the Accredited Massage Therapist Course on Wowcher (unfortunately I cannot post the link)…
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Food budget
My daughter has been at Uni for nearly 4 weeks and tells me she is spending no more than £15 a week on food!! She is a veggie and loves cooking, doesn't drink alcohol, but this seems very low to me. She is not a huge eater, but she does like her food. She is shopping at Aldi and freezing absolutely everything that she…
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University finance application divorced parents
Hi Im new to this and I'm after advice about student finance. I have lived with my partner for year and next year his daughter will be going to university. He and his ex have joint custody but she does spend more time at Mums and everything is registered at her address - gp, school, child benefit etc. The ex-wife earns…
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Estate agents charging £300 to clean a clean flat?
Hi, I’ve recently began my final year of studies and have just received an email from the estate agent I used when renting a flat last year, regarding cleaning charges. Upon arrival to my flat last year, the place was unfinished, with industrial everywhere, minimal furniture in place, and tools still lying around within…
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Student Finance Company PG course installments Rant
I have just started a masters course, part time.(Self funded) I applied for, (and was granted) a post graduate loan. Haven't received any of it yet, but that's another story. My uni offers the option of paying in installments which is great. But the way the student finance co works, I will be left struggling for a couple…
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Is uni worth it.
I didn't vote on your uni question, as I think it also depends on the course, but even with a top university course I think there is a lot of luck involved. I think the best way is when an employer pays your university fees.
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Good news (for a change)
Hi Thought Id share my good news with everyone. I don't know if this has happened to anyone else yet, but I received a letter this week saying as I've hit the magical age of 50 and its been 25 years since I left university - my student loans have been written off. I had one of the very first student loans available and…
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Maintenance Loan NI
Hi, my son will (hopefully) be going away to university in 2018. His applications are predominantly in England although we live in NI. I've been researching maintenance loans and want to check what I'm reading is right..... English students attending English universities can apply for maximum of over £8k (means tested)…
