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Applications

Applications for 2027/28

We are not accepting applications at the moment.


The next application round will open at 10.00am on 11 January 2027 and close at 10.00am on 12 January 2027.


This funding round is for students studying during the 2027/28 academic year.

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Am I eligible?

You may be eligible if you:

Are studying for a postgraduate qualification or eligible second undergraduate degree.

Meet our academic requirements

Will be studying at a UK institution

Meet our residency requirements

Have a genuine financial need

Please read our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) before applying to ensure you meet the full eligibility criteria.

WHAT WE OFFER

The Trust provides grants to students of proven academic merit who are experiencing financial hardship while pursuing further study.

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Grants typically range from £650 to £1,500.

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Grants are awarded for one academic year at a time.

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Grants are intended to contribute towards educational and living costs.

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A grant from the Trust should not be regarded as full course funding.

how to apply

When the application window opens, a link will be available on the Trust homepage. If you sign up to receive notifications, you will be sent an email reminder when the application window is about to open.


Applications are submitted through Benefactor Cloud, the online system we use to accept and manage grant applications.


Through Benefactor Cloud you will be able to create an account and then you will be able to:

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Complete application form

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Upload supporting documents

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Track progress of your application

Read the FAQ and confirm that you meet the eligibility criteria.

Ensure you have details of your course and institution.

Prepare information about your income, expenditure, savings, and other sources of funding.

If your previous degree was awarded outside the UK, obtain the required letter confirming academic equivalency from your UK institution.

Read How We Assess Applications to understand the selection and assessment process.

applicant checklist

Before the application window opens, we recommend that you:

useful resources

FAQ

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how we assess applications

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Sample application form

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Guide to charitable grants for post graduate study

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Further information

If you have questions about eligibility, funding, or supporting documents, please consult the FAQ before contacting us.

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For enquiries not covered elsewhere on the website, please contact:

admin@stapleytrust.org

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