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Santander Brighter Futures Grants

Be in with a chance of winning a £1000 grant

The Brighter Futures Grants Programme offers £1000 for 10 lucky University of Reading students

This spring, we’re excited to support University of Reading students with the return of the Brighter Futures Grants programme in partnership with Santander. 

We’re giving away 10 grants of £1,000 each. All of you are eligible, including undergraduates, postgraduates, part-time and full-time students. Whilst this initiative is run in partnership with Santander, you also don’t need to bank with them to participate!

There are no strings attached. You can use the funds on anything you need - from textbooks and tech upgrades to everyday expenses like rent, bills and groceries. 

Entering is quick and easy; just follow the steps below and you can complete tour application in a matter of minutes: 

  1. Register for Santander Open Academy, a free online learning platform (if you haven’t already)
  2. Click the verification link in your confirmation email
  3. Log in and choose ‘Get Started’ to complete your entry into the Brighter Futures Grants programme. Select University of Reading from the menu    
  4. Submit your entry by 11pm on 15 May 2025

What are you waiting for? Don’t miss the chance to enhance your academic journey with a Brighter Futures Grant. 

Enter by 15 May 2025 for your chance to win. T&Cs apply!

Apply via the Santander Open Academy.

Apply via the Santander Open Academy

As well as car and living costs, I can put money away for my holiday next summer after I graduate! And buy new clothes for my summer internship. Thank you for this opportunity, the grant came at the perfect time to help me! I feel grateful that I was able to apply for this and win it!

Third year student, UoR

This money will make a huge impact – as a student just about to begin a PhD, a prize such as this will allow me to get a bit of a head-start in financing my upcoming studies.

PhD student, UoR 

Applying for this scholarship demonstrates belief in oneself and the willingness to pursue and achieve academic excellence. I urge fellow students to take a chance, believe in their capabilities, and apply with enthusiasm.

Masters student, UoR
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