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Claim housing benefit whilst at college?

April 22nd, 2010 by admin
housing benefit claim
I would like to go back to college to get more qualifications etc. Only problem is that my brother who i live with cant afford to pay rent and bills etc on is own without the help of my housing benefit. So i was wondering if i can still claim whilst at college?

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4 Responses to “Claim housing benefit whilst at college?”

  1. 1Happy Man

    Only if you go part time.

    Comment on Apr 25th, 2010 at 12:38 am  
  2. 2Mary H

    Do you mean… on top of your Grant?

    Comment on Apr 28th, 2010 at 12:35 pm  
  3. 3spring_rainbows

    If part time then yes, if full time then no. You are expected to pay for accomodation out of any grants or loans you receive or you should get a part time job. Easier said then done i realise but considering the majority of college students are 16-18 year olds there would be a severe problem of them all leaving home expecting housing benefit to fork the bill so they can have “freedom”. Not saying that is what you did but it would be a major problem if it was allowed.

    Comment on Apr 30th, 2010 at 2:36 pm  
  4. 4Everyday's the same again...

    If you are on JSA whilst at college (income based) or income support and studying part time (16 hours or less) then yes, you should still be able to claim benefit. But, that is also dependent on any grants you get whilst studying as these may be classed as income. The best thing you can do is contact your local authority and ask how it will affect your benefit – they may be able to use a benefits calculator to check any changes.

    Comment on May 1st, 2010 at 8:17 pm  
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