Access Funds

Access Funds are available to full-time and some part-time student members who are facing financial difficulties. Colleges and universities set their own criteria and are allocated differing amounts of funds, depending on a variety of factors.

Payments are made in accordance with the needs and circumstances of individual student members. Support can be provided in cash direct to the student or to a third party, through the provision of items or services, or via a grant or repayable loan. Students must be able to demonstrate a serious commitment to learning through regular attendance.

If you are interested in Access Funds, you should talk to the student services at your college who will ask you to complete a form giving details of any income and financial support you may be receiving.

Note: New Deal students and those receiving an Education Maintenance Allowance may not be eligible. Contact AAT Student Services for advice.