Financial support for school children and students
Find out about bursaries, EMA, free school meals and other financial support for students.
Bursaries
If you are studying a full-time, non-advanced college course in Orkney, you may be able to get a grant to help with living costs, travel, materials and course fees. Find out what support is available and how to apply.
Education maintenance allowance (EMA)
If you are aged 16 to 19 and studying at school or college in Scotland, you may be able to receive £30 per week to help with the costs of staying in education. Find out if your household income qualifies and how to apply.
Free school meals and clothing allowance
Find out if you are eligible for free school meals and clothing allowances, and how to apply.
Kirkwood bequest
Find out about the Kirkwood Bequest, which provides up to £1,000 per year for Stromness Academy pupils studying agricultural or veterinary courses.
Student interview expenses
Find out about funding to help with travel costs for college or university interviews outside Orkney.
Other student funding
An overview of financial support available for Orkney students studying further and higher education, postgraduate and nursing or midwifery courses in Scotland.