Support for care leavers, estranged students, young adult carers and sanctuary scholars
Find out how KU Cares can support you throughout your university journey. We are here to help you with your application, funding and accommodation needs. You will also benefit from tailored guidance during your time at Kingston University.
KU Cares
If you are a care leaver, estranged student, or young adult carer aged 25 or under when you start your course at Kingston University, or if you are a Sanctuary Scholar, you may qualify for support from the KU Cares team.
Our dedicated team will be there to support you from the point of application through to graduation. The support package includes:
- pre-application advice and access to our Head Start summer programme
- a non-repayable bursary per progressive year of study
- priority accommodation in University halls of residence (where available)
- tailored guidance with admissions, transitioning into higher education and building social connections
- paid work opportunities
- access to mentoring schemes and social and networking events to help you connect with others and grow in confidence
Explore KU Cares
Watch the video to learn more about KU Cares, Kingston's award-winning package of support for care leavers, estranged students, young adult carers and sanctuary scholars.
What our students say
I've been truly lucky because of the support I've received from KU Cares. They offer practical support that students usually go to their parents for and give you that home-from-home feeling. I really love the team.
The support offered by the KU Cares team has proved indispensable – they're my biggest supporters. I just know I can always speak to them frankly, no matter what difficulty I'm facing. There is so much support available, so go for it.
Get in touch
If you have any questions about KU Cares or if you want to find out more about eligibility for support, please get in touch.
We are here to help and support you on your university journey.
