Scholarships for children whose parent died in service
How to apply
Download and fill in the bereavement scholarship scheme application.
Post your application to the address on the form.
If you’re applying for a higher education scholarship (for example, an undergraduate degree from a UK university), also include:
- a letter from the college or university confirming that you’ve accepted their offer of a place
- proof of the fees, for example a photocopy of your tuition fees invoice
Deadlines
Veterans UK must receive your application by 31 January in the academic year of your further education or university course.
You can apply from 1 April in the academic year you’ll begin studying.
Example
Your course starts in September 2018. You can apply from 1 April 2018 and Veterans UK must have received your application by 31 January 2019.
What happens next
The Veterans UK Scheme Administrator will get in touch to confirm whether you’re eligible for the scholarship you’ve applied for.
How long it takes to find out if you’re eligible depends on the evidence you provide with your application.
If you’re applying for a university or higher education scholarship
Register with the Student Loans Company to ensure you’re charged UK student fees for your course.
Appeals
If you disagree with the decision you must appeal to Veterans UK in writing.
Armed Forces Bereavement Scholarship Scheme Adjudicator
Veterans UK
Norcross
Thornton-Cleveleys
Lancashire
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