novembre 5, 2026
Education Maintenance Allowance — Wales 2026–27
Income-assessed weekly support towards continuing an eligible education or training course.
What support is available?
Income-assessed weekly support towards continuing an eligible education or training course.
Who may qualify?
Eligible learners normally living in Wales aged 16 to 18, studying an approved full-time course and meeting household income criteria.
How to apply
Apply through Student Finance Wales for the correct academic year.
Availability
2026–27 academic year; weekly payment and thresholds are set in current scheme rules.
Official Welsh Government source: Check current eligibility and application instructions.
Independent signposting only. Verify the current guidance before making an application.
Support details & application
Coverage: Wales
What this support offers
Income-assessed weekly support towards continuing an eligible education or training course.
Who may qualify?
Eligible learners normally living in Wales aged 16 to 18, studying an approved full-time course and meeting household income criteria.
How to apply
Apply through Student Finance Wales for the correct academic year.
Availability and restrictions
2026–27 academic year; weekly payment and thresholds are set in current scheme rules.
Editorial check: 2026-11-05
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