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The Cecil Charity is currently open to applications from students under 25 years old who require financial assistance towards:
- Accommodation costs
- Equipment including books, tools, musical instruments
- Subsistence/living costs
- Travel as part of fieldwork/placement costs, including international travel
Grants of up to £900 per annum are available, paid in equal termly instalments.
Preference is given to individuals from low-income backgrounds but all applications are considered, providing that they demonstrate a significant need for financial assistance.
Please contact [email protected] for further information and to request an application form. The Trustees meet in March, July and November to consider applications.
If you are a BU student experiencing financial difficulties our AskBU and SUBU Advice teams may be able to help you find solutions to your financial problems. Please take a look at the website to see what financial support may be available to you and how you can apply.