Support for care leavers
The University of Oxford is committed to supporting students from a care background to ensure that you receive the help you need in order to have a successful university experience. Our support has been awarded the Buttle UK Quality Mark; recognition of institutions who go that extra mile to support students who have been in public care.
What we can offer you
- Through your college, assistance in securing 365-day accommodation.
- A bursary of £3,300 per year in addition to a £1,000 start-up grant in the first year.
- A reduced tuition fee of £3,500 in the first year, and £6,000 in all subsequent years of study.
- A support coordinator available to you throughout your time at the University of Oxford to discuss any academic, accommodation or financial concerns you may have. Your support coordinator will also act as a link between you and your Local Authority.
Please contact Student Information to receive confidential advice and guidance about the support we can offer you.
If you are still in care and thinking about applying to the University, please visit our admissions page for looked-after children.
Your feedback
If you are a current care leaver at Oxford and would like to provide feedback on the University to Frank Buttle, please fill out the Care Leavers Questionnaire 
(219kb)