Student Loan Dates Confirmed for 2026/27

The first maintenance loan payment for the 2026/27 academic year lands in your account on the same day you officially start your course — typically in late September. Subsequent payments follow in January and April.

If you have not applied yet, the deadline for new students is approaching fast. Make sure your application is complete, including any supporting evidence, to avoid delays.

Check our Money and Finance resources for help with budgeting once your loan arrives.