SLC Disburses £0.8 Billion in Maintenance Loans to Students Today

At the Student Loans Company (SLC), the primary mission is to facilitate opportunities through the provision of student finance. Recently, £0.8 billion in Maintenance Loans has been disbursed to students embarking on or returning to university, marking a significant milestone as the largest payment date at the commencement of the 2026/27 academic year.

This latest disbursement follows a similar payment of £0.8 billion made earlier in the month. By the end of September, SLC anticipates distributing a total of £3 billion in maintenance funding. For context, payments of £0.9 billion were recorded in September 2024, while £1.1 billion was paid out in September 2025.

Tuition Fee Loans and Payment Process

Tuition Fee Loans are directed to higher education institutions later in the autumn semester. These payments are initiated once a university or college confirms a student’s registration or enrolment. Following this confirmation, SLC promptly notifies students via text message a few days prior to the expected payment date, informing them that their Maintenance Loan is forthcoming. To enhance transparency, SLC encourages students to log into their online accounts to monitor the progress of their applications and payments. Additional guidance on preparing for these payments can be found on the official government website.

Awareness of Scams and Student Safety

As the payment process unfolds, SLC is also urging students to remain vigilant against scams that may target their financial disbursements. To safeguard their interests, students are advised to be cautious and think critically before engaging with any unsolicited communications. Further details on this topic can be accessed through dedicated resources available online.

In the previous academic year of 2025/26, SLC allocated a substantial total of £12.9 billion in loans and grants to both new and existing students, alongside £11.9 billion designated for tuition fees to higher and further education providers. This demonstrates SLC’s ongoing commitment to supporting students financially throughout their educational journeys.