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Accommodation bursaries and support

Our student community is an incredibly diverse one, comprising a vast range of identities, backgrounds and lived experiences. As a member of our diverse community we expect you to extend respect to others both on and off campus as a respectful member of your new campus and city. We are a positive and peaceful community. Pledge to be a part of this so that we can be truly stronger together.

As a diverse and welcoming community, we pledge to support each other and be respectful of the challenges that each of us face in our everyday lives. We might be from different backgrounds and identities, but we are one community who is Stronger Together. This page is a place for you to learn about fellow students from different walks of life, understand a bit more about their University experiences, and find out how you can support each other. 

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Accommodation Bursary

The University of Nottingham Accommodation Bursary provides first year care leavers and estranged students (who meet our eligibility criteria) with support towards the costs of their accommodation. The Accommodation Bursary will contribute up to a maximum of £11,000 per academic year. If you choose accommodation that exceeds this amount, you will be responsible for paying the difference.

Options will only be available at University Park, Jubilee Campus, Dagfa, Deakins Place, Nottingham Two, St Peters Court, Riverside Point, Raleigh Park and Madison Gardens. We are also able to assist with Bonington Student Village for Sutton Bonington campus based students. Some of these halls will have limited spaces, and we will work with your preferences to provide the best available option. Applications for 2026/27 will open early 2026. 

Please note, If catered halls are selected, you will be required to move for the summer element of your stay.

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Eligibility

To receive the Accommodation Bursary in the 2026/27 academic year, you must:

  • be joining the university for the first time in September 2026
  • be under the age of 25 at the start of your course (1st September 2026) 
  • be registered on a full-time undergraduate degree course (or PGCE/Graduate Entry Nursing/Graduate Entry Medicine) at Nottingham, which you commenced in September 2026/27
  • have a household income between £0-£35,000 and have had a full financial assessment carried out by Student Finance
  • have UK 'Home' status for funding purposes and be liable for the tuition fee set in 2026/27
  • have been granted independent status by Student Finance due to your Care Leaver status or due to estrangement

 

 

 

 

 

What is a Guarantor?

When you rent a property, landlords often require a guarantor. A guarantor is someone who agrees to be responsible for your rent if you are unable to pay it. This provides the landlord with financial security. Typically, a guarantor is a UK-based family member or close friend who is in full-time employment.

 

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Need a Guarantor? We Can Help.

We understand that not all students have a UK-based guarantor. To ensure that finding the right accommodation is as stress-free as possible, the university has partnered with Housing Hand.

Housing Hand offers a guarantor service for students who don't have a suitable UK-based guarantor. They act as your guarantor, allowing you to secure your chosen accommodation. This can be a really helpful option, opening up a wider range of housing possibilities for our students.

You can find out more about their services and how they can support you by visiting their website

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Getting support with your guarantor fees

We also recognise that care experienced and estranged students may both struggle to find a UK based guarantor and have difficulty paying the fees to pay for a guarantor scheme.

The University of Nottingham is fully committed to supporting care experienced students and has taken the Stand Alone Pledge to support estranged students. As such, we have made arrangements to pay associated application charges for students who qualify*.  We can only assist students with charges incurred through the use of the Housing Hand scheme.

Visit the Housing Hand Guarantor Scheme page to apply

*students who qualify for support, further to submitting an approved application to Accommodation Services.

 

 

We're committed to supporting you throughout your university journey, and this partnership with Housing Hand is just one of the ways we aim to make your experience here in Nottingham a positive one.

 

 

Access to Affordable Living

At the University of Nottingham, we believe every student deserves access to a safe, comfortable, and affordable place to live during their studies, regardless of their financial background.

The Access to Affordable Living scheme was created to ensure that students from low-income households have access to a selection of reserved accommodation options priced below normal market levels.  

This initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to breaking down financial barriers to higher education and helping students thrive academically without the added worry of finding affordable accommodation.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the scheme, you must:

  • Be joining the University for the first time in September 2026.
  • Be under the age of 25 at the start of your course (1st September 2026).
  • Be registered on a full-time undergraduate degree course at Nottingham, which you will commence in September 2026.
  • Received Free School Meals on any census day in the 6 years up to the end of key stage 4 (i.e. the year you were aged 15-16 years old) in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland. This is verified by education authorities and shared with us by UCAS. Applicants must have been in Year 13 in the past 5 years.
  • Have UK home status for funding purposes.
  • Be liable for the tuition fee set in 2026/27.
How the scheme works

Once you are approved for the scheme, you will be offered a room in one of our low-cost accommodation options.

The rooms included in the scheme are located in the following university-managed halls:

    • Single Study – 41 weeks: £165 per week
    • Shared Bathroom Plus – 41 weeks: £180 per week
    • En-suite, Catered – 41 weeks: £199 per week

Please note that the number of rooms available through this scheme is limited. While we aim to offer accommodation to as many eligible students as possible, we may not be able to offer a place to every applicant. If we are unable to accommodate you through this scheme, we will help guide you to other accommodation options that may be available.

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How to apply

To apply for the Access to Affordable Living scheme, please follow the steps below:

  • Complete the application form, providing details about your financial background and circumstances.
  • Submit the required documentation, such as your Student Finance assessment or other proof of financial need.
  • Await approval and, if eligible, an offer of accommodation.

You will receive confirmation of your application status within 14 days. If successful, you will be offered a room from our available options.

 

 

If you have any questions or need further information, you can contact us via Live Chat or through our enquiry form.

 

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