Care leavers
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Care Experienced

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.

What we can offer you

  • Through your college, assistance in securing 365-day accommodation.
  • Crankstart Scholarship if your household income is £27,500 or less in your first year, this includes a non-repayable Crankstart Bursary worth up to £5,000 per year towards study and living costs, for every year of your course.
  • A non-repayable care leaver bursary of up to £3,000 per year to help towards financial shortfalls relating to your circumstances:

Please visit the Oxford students Targeted Support webpages for more details of funding available to care leavers.

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