For the journey to Bristol and all that follows

You can enable all students, regardless of background, to come to university and thrive.

Going to university is such a significant milestone. It’s an opportunity to meet new people, discover new things and imagine all the possibilities ahead of you.

But for students these days, it’s becoming harder and harder to accept a place at university and settle into student life. The extraordinary cost of living in the UK means an alarming number of students are struggling to make ends meet.

Twice as many students from last year have accessed urgent hardship support, and Bristol is now the most expensive city to live in outside of London (Natwest Student Living Index 2023). 1 in 5 students are considering dropping out because they can’t afford to continue and 72% of students say their mental health as suffered because of the cost of living crisis (Russell Group SU (2023).

Contributions from you, our alumni and friends community, help to support 1 in 5 students who seek financial assistance. Will you help transform the lives of even more talented students who need your help?

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By supporting students like Misbah above, you lay the foundations for a stable and supportive learning environment. You provide security to students to develop their subject specialisms, build their confidence and establish their careers. You give them the space and freedom to be bold and creative, and the confidence to discover their full potential. Your support demonstrates to Bristol students that you believe in them and you are invested in their futures.

Bristol students are curious and engaged people with so much potential, but they need you now more than ever. Can you provide financial stability to students who need it most?

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What student support at Bristol looks like

Student support at Bristol is comprehensive and varied, enabling students to access different programmes based on their needs.

Allowing students who otherwise can’t afford to come to university to accept their offer and make the most of the opportunities available to them while studying.

Encouraging students to stay active and healthy throughout their time at Bristol.

Supporting students at all levels of their Bristol journey .

Providing students access to clubs and societies they otherwise can’t afford.

Alleviating the impact of the cost-of-living crisis.

Helping students with their careers and providing innovation grants to help them realise their ideas and make a difference on the world.

‘When I was 18, I became homeless and lived in a shelter. Thanks to the Futures Scholarship, I was eventually able to come to university. It helped me achieve financial stability. I came here with nothing, and I was given a leg up by the Futures Scholarship and those who have supported it.’

– Raphael is a second year Engineering Mathematics student. Read Raphael’s story here.

Life-changing scholarships

The University of Bristol is unique in its scholarship offering, with flagship student scholarships that provide essential support for students who are most in need.