SCHEDULE 4FINANCIAL ASSESSMENT

Calculation of contribution – current system students9

1

In relation to an eligible student who is a current system student, the contribution payable is—

a

in any case where the household income exceeds £39,796, £1 for every complete £9.27 by which the household income exceeds £39,796; and

b

in any case where the household income is £39,796 or less, nil.

2

The contribution must not in any case exceed £6,210.

3

The contribution may be adjusted in accordance with paragraph 10.

4

Where sub-paragraph (5) applies, the aggregate contributions must not exceed £6,210.

5

This sub-paragraph applies where—

a

a contribution is payable in relation to two or more eligible students (other than old system students) in respect of the same income under paragraph 5 or, where the relevant parent’s partner’s residual income is taken into account, under paragraphs 5 and 7; or

b

the household income consists of the residual income of an independent eligible student and the student’s partner where both hold a statutory award.