Third Level Grants
The Third Level Grants Office will remain closed to the public daily from 2pm to 5pm with effect Tuesday, 06th September 2011.
2011-2012 Student Grant form available now for download at www.studentfinance.ie
County Sligo VEC offer third level maintenance grants to students who reside in Co. Sligo.
How to apply for a grant for the 2011/2012 academic year:
First Time Applicants
All new entrants must:-
1. Apply online at www.studentfinance.ie
or,
2. Download and print the grant application form at www.studentfinance.ie then complete and return to the relevant VEC.
These grants are means-tested and candidates are assessed on their parents income for the tax year January - December 2009. The following are the income limits where there are less than four dependent children i.e.
- €41,110 for Full Maintenance & Full Fees
- €42,235 for 75% Maintenance & Full Fees
- €44,720 for 50% Maintenance & Full Fees
- €47,205 for 25% Maintenance & Full Fees
- €51,380 for 100% Student Contribution and 50% Fees (Tuition if applicable)
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€55,920 for 50% Student Contribution
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