Stage 2: Making an application
Full-time undergraduate, tuition fee only students

How and when to apply as a full-time undergraduate tuition fee only student

Full-time undergraduate student finance applications for the 2026 to 2027 academic year are expected to open by the end of March.

How to apply

Download an application form.

There's no online application for undergraduate tuition fee only funding students. You should apply using an application form.

Complete the correct application form for your academic year of study.

If you qualify for a Tuition Fee Loan and funding for living costs but only want to apply for the Tuition Fee Loan - you should apply online.

When to apply

You must apply no later than 9 months after the start of your academic year. You do not need a confirmed place at university or college to apply.

Application forms for new full-time students

All new students need to complete the main application form.

EU26N – Tuition Fee Loan application form 2026 to 2027 - Coming soon!

EU25N – Tuition Fee Loan application form 2025 to 2026 (Download PDF 971KB, opens in a new tab)

Application forms for continuing full-time students

All continuing full-time students need to complete the EUPR1a form.

EUPR1a Form - Continuing Students Application 2026 to 2027 – Coming soon!

EUPR1a Form - Continuing Students Application 2025 to 2026 (Download PDF 175KB, opens in a new tab)

Apply early to get your finance confirmed before your course starts. You can apply using the details of your preferred course before you've been accepted. If any of your details change, you can update your application if you need to.

Application deadline

The final deadline for applying is 9 months after the first day of your academic year. You can still make changes to your loan request up to 1 month before the end of the academic year.