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Student Finance Hub

Manage your loans, budget smarter, and graduate debt-confident

2026/27 Threshold

£25,000

Plan 2 repayment threshold

Repayment Rate

9%

Of income over threshold

Interest Rate

RPI + 0%

While studying (Plan 2)

Write-off Period

30 Years

After graduation (Plan 2)

Debt Management Tips

Essential strategies for managing student debt and building good financial habits

Understand Your Plan

Know which student loan plan you're on (1, 2, 4, or 5) as repayment thresholds and interest rates differ significantly.

Budget Monthly

Track your maintenance loan spending across rent, food, bills, and leisure to avoid unnecessary overdrafts.

Emergency Fund

Set aside 10-15% of your maintenance loan for unexpected expenses to avoid high-interest student overdrafts.

Plan Ahead

Use the loan calculator to see future repayments - you only pay 9% of income over the threshold, so don't stress about early career salary.

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