While we aim to make the application process as straightforward and non-intrusive as possible, the submission of certain documents is a necessary part of our evidence-based approach. We understand that gathering these documents can seem burdensome, but they are essential for us to accurately assess and support your application.
Awards are discretionary and not guaranteed. Please do not assume an application will be successful or expect a specific amount. The amounts awarded can vary and are subject to change at any time in the academic year. Any help awarded is usually non-repayable.
Students cannot apply to the Fund for support with paying tuition fees. In such cases, we advise submitting a case through the Student Hub online portal for our Finance team to assist you further
You can apply to the Fund at any point during the year, providing the allocation has not been depleted. We will process your application as quickly as possible, but please allow up to 21 working days for us to complete an assessment after receiving your application and all necessary supporting evidence.
Apply to York St John Student Support Fund
Providing evidence
During the application process, you will be required to upload your supporting evidence.
You can see the evidence you need to provide below.
Evidence
Evidence of any income. For example - Student Finance entitlement letter for the 2025-26 academic year
Tenancy agreement (full document), letter from landlord, or mortgage statement if you own your home
The last 3 months' bank statements for all accounts in your name, including any UK, overseas or online bank accounts. The covering period will be from the date you submitted your application. For example, if you submit an application on 15 February, you will be required to upload your bank statements from 15 November to 15 February
If applicable, your partner's last 3 months' bank statements for all accounts held in their name
If you are an international student, evidence of the circumstances that have impacted your financial situation
Examples of bank accounts
Student accounts - Santander 123, TSB, HSBC, Lloyds, Revolute, Monzo, Nationwide, Plumb
Current and joint accounts
Savings - ISAs Fixed rate, easy access, notice accounts
Bank statement format
Exported bank statements from an online bank account, or scanned bank statements, should be in a PDF format.
Please note - we do not accept Excel spreadsheets or screenshots from mobile phones.
If you are not sure on how to export your latest transactional data, please visit your bank's website for guidance on how to do this.
The Student Funding Advice team do offer both online and in-person drop-ins, please visit https://studenthub.yorksj.ac.uk/helppages/article/KA-01140/en-us for more information.
When will I find out the outcome of my application
You can apply to the Student Support Fund at any point during the year, providing the allocation has not been depleted.
Providing that your online application has been accurately completed, and the appropriate documentary evidence supplied, an assessment and decision will normally be made within 21 working days of submission. Successful students can expect to receive information about the anticipated date of payment within this timescale.
When will I receive my Student Support Fund payment
Providing that your online application has been accurately completed, and the appropriate documentary evidence supplied, an assessment and decision will normally be made within 21 working days of submission. You can expect to receive information about the anticipated date of payment within this timescale. Once you have been notified of your award, you can expect to receive payment within the next 7 days. You should ensure that your bank details are correct in e:Vision to avoid causing any delays with payments.
Please note if you have any outstanding debt with the University, and you have authorised for any awards made to pay off any University debt, excluding any type of tuition fees, this payment will go straight to credit your account.
Where you have agreed for the award to pay off any priority debt, this will be paid direct to the creditor.
You should be aware that payments from the York St John Student Support Fund may have implications for your entitlement to means-tested state benefits. If you receive help from the fund, you can be supplied with a letter to present when claiming for benefits.
Once you have received your first instalment, you will be required to complete two money education pathways which are delivered through Blackbullion. Failure to complete these modules will result in future payments being delayed until completion.