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What is the scholarship programme?
What is the scholarship programme?

Get free access to Up Learn if you qualify through free school meals or our charity partnerships🎓

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Written by Zainab Tapas
Updated over a week ago

At Up Learn, we believe that every student deserves access to world-class learning, regardless of their financial situation 🌟 That’s why we offer free access to Up Learn for any students signed up with one of our charity partners or who are eligible for free school meals!

How can I apply?

There is no academic test required to qualify for our scholarships, and you can apply at any time 📅 You simply need to meet one of our criteria for eligibility.

To be eligible for our scholarships, you can:

1. Already be signed up with or get signed up with one of our charity partners (IntoUniversity or The Access Project)

2. Meet the criteria for free school meals listed here

Once you are ready with either of the above, simply submit your application by clicking 'Request a scholarship' and filling in our quick form! 📋

We also have one more option for you:

3. If you participate in a Sutton Trust programme, you can apply via Sutton Trust

In this case you'll need to reach out to them directly. They'll send you a special form to fill in for your application ✅

In the meantime, why not sign up for a free trial in all the subjects you’d like access to? 🚀

What other documents will you accept as evidence?

We can also accept:

✅ An official letter from your school confirming that you currently receive free school meals

We cannot accept:

❌ Bursary letters

❌ Payslips or P60s

❌ Bank statements

❌ Letters about benefit applications or claims

If you’re unsure, feel free to reach out - we’re happy to help!

Can I apply for a scholarship if I’m a mature student?

Yes, definitely! We welcome mature students to apply.

To apply, you will need any of the required documentation under this eligibility list. When you are ready, you can start your application here ✍️

What does the scholarship give me access to?

You can get access to as many Up Learn subjects as you are studying for your A Levels 🎉 We’ll provide you with the full Up Core package, which includes all the content you need to ace your A Levels!

You’ll also get access for up to 2 years without needing to re-apply - which is plenty time to help you complete your full A Levels 🎓

I have a different exam board - can I still get a scholarship?

Absolutely! 💪

You just need to keep in mind that you’ll need to bridge any gaps yourself on topics not covered by the Up Learn course.

Visit your exam board's website and print off their syllabus, and compare this with the topics covered in your Up Learn course as you go through it. Anything not included, you’ll need to find resources elsewhere to learn from 📖 When you decide to tackle past papers, make sure to use ones from your actual exam board.

How long will it take for you to process my application?

Once you’ve submitted your application, please allow up to one week for processing. If we require any additional information, we’ll reach out to you via email 📧

If you’ve started working on your course during the trial period, don’t worry - your progress will be saved and will still be there once your application is verified!

Can I upgrade to an Up Master package?

The Up Master plan isn’t included with the scholarship 🙂

To access the Up Master features, you'll need to purchase the plan at full price 🙏You can choose between the Access Until Exams package or the monthly plan. For more details, check out our pricing page here.

I didn’t get the scholarship but can’t afford Up Learn - can I still get free access?

As we’re still a small company, we’re currently unable to provide free access to everyone who might need it. We do everything we can and are working hard to be able to widen the net to more students one day 🌟

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