Santander are offering a grant that can be used to help students with anything during their studies, such as rent, food or course supplies. Anyone can apply and winners are selected randomly.

Who can apply?

To be considered for a Santander Brighter Futures Grant, applicants must be a Loughborough University student at the time of application.

How to apply

  • Students can find more information about the Grant and how to apply on the Santander Open Academy website. To apply, you will be required to sign up to the SOA platform and register with the Brighter Futures Grant call.

The deadline for applications is 27 November 2025 (subject to change for the 2026/27 academic year)

For more information, please email Stephanie White or visit the Santander Open Academy website.