University Student Trust Fund

University Student Trust Fund

We want every Herts student to achieve their dream of graduation. However, financial challenges mean that some students are faced with the possibility of giving up on this dream.

The continued rise in cost of living, combined with rising interest on student loans and static maintenance loans, has hit many of our students hard – particularly those from less privileged backgrounds or with no family support, or students with their own caring responsibilities.

The University Student Trust Fund (USTF) contributes to the University’s Financial Assistance Fund and this academic year (2023-24) it has provided financial aid to over 300 students.

The average support given to students this year was 짙1,848 and we continue to see higher levels of applications to the fund than ever before.

Donations are a lifeline for many of our students at this time of continued financial pressure.

짙30 can pay for a weekly shop
짙50 can cover an outstanding utility bill
짙400 can help replace a broken laptop

The USTF is part of our extensive ‘safety net’ of support for students that helps our most vulnerable students to remain at university and fulfil their ambitions.

I have been able to clear my rent arrears which have been making me feel unwell from stress and worry. This has also helped me as a single parent to pay for food and things my daughter needs. It has taken a lot of stress off my shoulders and I am so grateful.

Hardship recipient

I was so overwhelmed and happy to receive support from the university, a heavy weight on my shoulders was removed, and I could focus on my work. As a mother, I could meet the needs of my children, topping up their school lunch accounts, and ensuring they get to see their grandparents over the weekends.

Hardship recipient

We could return to our normal lives, such as focusing on my studies.

Hardship recipient

A proportion of USTF funding also enables students to access opportunities such as doctoral research. Research degree students are given funding to undertake activities such as conference attendance and networking events, so they can progress their work and experience within academia.

Read about the impact that our donors’ support has on our students

2024 Student Trust Fund Impact Report (PDF - 0.61 Mb)

2023 Student Trust Fund Impact Report (PDF - 1.67 Mb)

2022 Student Trust Fund Impact Report (PDF - 3.17 Mb)

2021 Student Trust Fund Impact Report (PDF - 2 Mb)

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