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starting uni next autumn please help

hi, i am a single mum doing a part time college ocurse, i apply to uni in sept. i rent my home from a housing association and claim income support, child benefit and child tax credits. I apply for uni this september. (From n. ireland too). Could anybody tell me what exactly i am entitled too amounts, as well as income support and housing benefits please,

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  • MrsManda
    MrsManda Posts: 4,457 Forumite
    Hi, I don't know much about the N.I. system but if you go HERE there is an entitlement calculator which will give you estimates of what you are entitled to.
    You can find out how to apply and what else you may be eligible for in terms of discretionary payments and extra support HERE
  • paulak412
    paulak412 Posts: 25 Forumite
    does anyone know a charity that helps with fees for lone parents
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