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Pressure on the cost of living

University Students

With pressure on the cost of living, you might be wondering how it will impact your household bills, food expenses and travel costs. At King's we offer a range of support services to help you navigate these challenges. From practical tips to funding assistance, as well as specialised money and wellbeing services. You can find essential information on support, guidance and services available on Student Services Online

Student Services Online

Funding and Hardship Funds

Our funding and hardship funds are available to eligible students or those experiencing financial difficulty to help with day-to-day living costs. More information on each scheme and eligibility criteria can be found through the links below.

Discover the loans, grants, and scholarships available to you at King’s here
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Living Bursary

Information on the extra one-off payment of 10% of your bursary amount.

Hardship funds

Hardship funding is available throughout the academic year while funds...

Support and wellbeing

Explore the wide range of support and wellbeing services available at King’s, along with practical ways to save money. The Money & Housing Advice Service is here to assist you with any changes to your personal circumstances, particularly if they affect your living arrangements, housing options, or financial security. Additionally, the Student Wellbeing team provides tailored support through five different levels of wellbeing assistance, ensuring you receive the care that best fits your needs.

Money & Housing AdviceMeet the wellbeing team
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Helping you to budget

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Managing your finances while studying can be challenging, but smart budgeting is a great way to plan ahead and build healthy spending habits. For budgeting tips and advice, our Student Money Mentors are available to help you become as financially savvy as possible.

King’s Student Money Mentors

Shopping & travel

Travel

What travelcards & discounts can I get on public transport?

Shopping

Top tips on shopping as a student

Budget tools

King’s Food: offers and savings

Save 20% at King’s Food when you preload your UPAY account through the KCL e-store. Additionally, each month you could win £25 in King’s Food credit by providing feedback on your dining experience at any on-campus food outlet.

King’s Food: Latest offers and savingsKCL e-storeFeedback form
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