University of St Andrews · 2026/27
Discretionary Fund
Variesamount
Yearlydeadline varies
Bursarynot repaid
The Discretionary Fund is a bursary for care-experienced students at University of St Andrews.
Who can apply
- You are any one of: care leaver, estranged, young carer, carer (adult) or disabled / long-term health condition.
- You are ordinarily resident in United Kingdom.
- You are studying at undergraduate, postgraduate level.
Am I eligible?1 of 2
Are you studying at University of St Andrews, or starting soon?
You apply directly with University of St Andrews.
Similar at other universities
PhD Widening Participation Scholarships£20,142 a year + feesUniversity of Salford · Care-experienced or Estranged
The Darlington Scholarship£16,500University of Edinburgh · Care-experienced or Estranged · First-years
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Questions
How much is the Discretionary Fund?
University of St Andrews doesn't publish one fixed figure for the Discretionary Fund. The official page has the current amount.
What is the deadline for the Discretionary Fund?
University of St Andrews sets the deadline for the Discretionary Fund each year. The official page has the current date.
Who can apply for the Discretionary Fund?
You are any one of: care leaver, estranged, young carer, carer (adult) or disabled / long-term health condition. You are ordinarily resident in United Kingdom. You are studying at undergraduate, postgraduate level.