At this uncertain time, students face many barriers to continuing their education journey. The cost-of-living crisis and the challenges around housing uncertainty, including renting from private landlords, mean we at the University of York are increasingly concerned about the difficulties faced by our most vulnerable groups.
We have a vast array of financial support packages for all of our students that range from energy grants and food vouchers, through to emergency loans, as well as dedicated housing support for our care experienced and estranged students. Our commitment to our estranged students was recognised in the Stand Alone Pledge Awards in 2021 for overall excellence, but we still need to, and want to do more to support this group who do not have the access to parental support, on which many of our students rely during their time at University.
We strive to make sure the experience of our estranged students matches their peers, and our dedicated staff work collaboratively across the University to reduce barriers and stand as advocates, and allies of these independent students.
