When will new grant system be open?

dubdub123

Hi, My daughter is sitting Leaving Cert and we're going to apply for the grant, and apparently the whole system is changing. I've checked studentfinance but doesn't look like it's live yet. Does anyone know when it will be ? Or where I can get a list of documents that we may need to submit? Thanks !

Tree

The grant system doenst go online till mid summer anyway.

In the interim you should collect P21's and other such documentation that clearly state all your income, your spouse/partners income, and your daughter's income. Evidence of any social welfare income and documentation for any factors that might influence the grant should be got too. Also, you may need proof of address (utility bills are the norm for this). Documentaiton requirements are not likely to change compared with previous years. Having P21's and the like ready in advance and stuff like the SW documentation can speed things up, as they sometimes take a while to get sent to you.

dubdub123

Hi, thanks so much for the feedback. Do you happen to know what the relevant year is for all the stuff ? Is it 2011 or 2010? I'm currently on social welfare and my daughter has no income. Do they need details of outgoings as well ? Thanks so much

Tree

up to december 2011. You can offer details of outgoings as an example of money being tight, but they dont ask for it.

dubdub123

Great thanks so much. I'll start pulling together that info so we're sorted. Appreciate the feedback. Thanks.

Crunchy Friends

This year they are changing the grant system so all new applications will be made online at this link - https://www.grantsonline.ie/index_alt.html

It says on the page that it will open up some time in May so perhaps keep an eye on it? The sooner you can get the grant application in the better.

Annasopra

Crunchy Friends wrote: »

This year they are changing the grant system so all new applications will be made online at this link - https://www.grantsonline.ie/index_alt.html

It says on the page that it will open up some time in May so perhaps keep an eye on it? The sooner you can get the grant application in the better.

I think the studentfinance.ie site is where you apply

How do I make my grant application?

As soon as the online application system opens for the 2012/13 academic year, you will be able to register online with SUSI and then complete the online application form. The online application facility will be available through www.studentfinance.ie. Remember, it will NOT be necessary to have received an offer of a college place or to be enrolled in college in order to apply online.

http://www.studentfinance.ie/mp9540/new-grant-applications-for-2012-13/index.html

Annasopra

dubdub123 wrote: »

Hi, thanks so much for the feedback. Do you happen to know what the relevant year is for all the stuff ? Is it 2011 or 2010? I'm currently on social welfare and my daughter has no income. Do they need details of outgoings as well ? Thanks so much

You can see the documentary evidence needed (in 2011) from page 41 of this document

http://www.studentfinance.ie/downloads/Student%20Grant%20Scheme%202011.pdf

Right 2B a liar

I have been renting since last year but as I am not the sole tenant the bills are in the landlords name and we just split the bill between ourselves. As such I do not have any utilities with my name on them, would a letter from my landlord stating how long I am living there along with my rent receipts [I paid cash on a weekly basis but got a hand written receipt every time] suffice?

dubdub123

Can you register now to fill in this online application? Just looking at studentfinance.ie and it indicates it will be opening up in May, but I don't see any link to registration. Is it still offline?

Annasopra

dubdub123 wrote: »

Can you register now to fill in this online application? Just looking at studentfinance.ie and it indicates it will be opening up in May, but I don't see any link to registration. Is it still offline?

This happens every year - they say May but it's really June. Given the massive process changes involved in changing to 50ish grant authorities to one it probably won't be May.

You can give them your email at www.facebook.com/susisupport so that they can contact you when it opens

Annasopra

In the meantime have a look at this

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=edrZOVtllOQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player

PixieDixie

Right 2B a liar wrote: »

I have been renting since last year but as I am not the sole tenant the bills are in the landlords name and we just split the bill between ourselves. As such I do not have any utilities with my name on them, would a letter from my landlord stating how long I am living there along with my rent receipts [I paid cash on a weekly basis but got a hand written receipt every time] suffice?

a rental agreement or your receipts should be enough for SUSI. you also have to be over 23 since January of this year.

PixieDixie

the online application will be going live on the evening of the 11th June and the student grant scheme for 2012/13 will be published at the same time

PixieDixie

dubdub123 wrote: »

Hi, thanks so much for the feedback. Do you happen to know what the relevant year is for all the stuff ? Is it 2011 or 2010? I'm currently on social welfare and my daughter has no income. Do they need details of outgoings as well ? Thanks so much

to be honest there is no point in gathering together details of outgoings etc as it will not be looked at or taken into account. the grant is totally based on income, outgoings do not come in to it.

carnibell

what documentation do you need?

PixieDixie

carnibell wrote: »

what documentation do you need?

you need, birth cert, evidence of residency in the state for 3 out of the last 5 years (junior and leaving cert results should cover this or a letter from your school)
All income details for yourself and your parents if you are dependant, these include for PAYE workers, P21 and P60 or P45 if applicable for 2011. If there is any social welfare you will need a statement for 2011. If there is self employment you will need a Notice of Assessment for 2011 and a Full Set of Accounts for 2011.
hope this helps.:)

carnibell

Thanks that helps alot how would i get a copy of me JC results ha and one of my parents lost their job at the end of last year will that matter?

PixieDixie

if you don't have acopy of your JC results then just ask your school to give you a letter stating you attended the school from whatever date to whatever date.
as for one of your parents losing their job at end of 2011, yes it will make a difference. you will still have to supply SUSI with all the income details for 2011 and then also your parent's P45 for the job they lost and if they haven't started a new job then a statement from social welfare stating the type of welfare they are on now and how it is. you will then be assessed as a 'change of circumstances' and your parents current income will be annualised and taken instead. there should be a section for this on the application form also.
there is a tutorial for completing the application on the SUSI facebook page, it doesn't apply to everyone but it may help you get your head around it.
hope this helps

Outkast_IRE

does this new system effect students who are already recieving a grant ? will i just be sent out a renewal letter during the summer as usual.

Avox

Outkast_IRE wrote: »

does this new system effect students who are already recieving a grant ? will i just be sent out a renewal letter during the summer as usual.

You'll just get a renewal form, this is only for new applicants.

paulhealy1991

is it open? cant seem to find the link to get into it

Avox

paulhealy1991 wrote: »

is it open? cant seem to find the link to get into it

Nah too much traffic going to the site, don't think they can update it!

longhalloween

I think it's live now.

Shifty

It is working now!

mdwexford

Site is a joke, slow unresponsive and non stop errors for me.

Avox

mdwexford wrote: »

Site is a joke, slow unresponsive and non stop errors for me.

Same with me but I eventually got it all done and submitted!

Cocolola

Finally got it done and submitted. Not an easy task due to my mother's irrational super sense of privacy Blood out of a turnip I tells ya! Now just to find the million and one documents.

longhalloween

Do they give you any info on the documents you need to supply to prove independence?

I'm in a situation where I'm paying rent in cash and don't have a lease in my name so I'm unsure how to prove independence.

ronano

grant form submitted, i dont expect positive things but can hope!

Jan_Itor

Submitted but still havent received the confirmation email how long did this take for anyone else?

GismoBaby

Anyone getting an XML parsing error cant get past it! stupid form

Avox

Jan_Itor wrote: »

Submitted but still havent received the confirmation email how long did this take for anyone else?

Got mine about 5 minutes later, basically just a copy of what you've said attached to an email, doesn't say anything about what documents ya need etc.. Basically just have:

- your parents income for the year
- copy of junior cert results
- copy of birth cert

forfcksake

was any information released on the financial cut off points? in particular the postgrad fees, that site is a joke talk about a headache after filling it in!

Right 2B a liar

Is there anyone else having problems finding the registration page??? I am on the correct page but it is telling me that it is not open yet

Annasopra

forfcksake wrote: »

was any information released on the financial cut off points? in particular the postgrad fees, that site is a joke talk about a headache after filling it in!

There's information here - trying to find detail on postgrad.

http://www.studentfinance.ie/mp9519/further-downloads/index.html

maccy

Has anyone been able to determine the income level to get the post grad fees?

Annasopra

maccy wrote: »

Has anyone been able to determine the income level to get the post grad fees?

Did you have a look at the link I provided?

maccy

I can't open PDF's on the computer I am on at the moment.

Annasopra

maccy wrote: »

I can't open PDF's on the computer I am on at the moment.

ok

it's not that helpful - I would suggest ringing SUSI support


Where can I contact SUSI?

As part of SUSI’s support to students, there is a SUSI Support desk available in the lead up to and following the launch of the online application system for both email and telephone queries. You can email the SUSI Support Desk at support@susi.cdvec.ie

Or telephone us at 0761 08 7874

The Support Desk is available Office Hours Monday-Friday until the Launch of the Online Application System in May. From the launch date, the SUSI Support Desk will be available from 9.00am-10.00pm (Monday-Friday) and 9.00am-6.00pm (Saturdays)

maccy

Thanks for your help!

nhg

GismoBaby wrote: »

Anyone getting an XML parsing error cant get past it! stupid form

Unfortunately we're getting the same error, we can't get past C6., now waiting 2 hrs for susi helpline to get back to us with a solution.

Right 2B a liar

I have been on this page several times today and can not register. Is this the correct page or is there anyone else with this problem?

elseanino

Right 2B a liar wrote: »

I have been on this page several times today and can not register. Is this the correct page or is there anyone else with this problem?

Are you on this page? https://www.grantsonline.ie/eseries/

PixieDixie

Applications should only be made on www.studentfinance.ie - don't panic though the site is probably just really busy - the closing date isn't until 31st August!! so you've plenty of time.

the income limits are as follows
Less than 4 dependants 100% €41,110, 75% €42,235, 50%€44,720, 25% €47,205, fees only €51,380, half fees only €55,920 and PG Contribution Fee ONly €31,500

hope this helps.

Annasopra

maccy wrote: »

Has anyone been able to determine the income level to get the post grad fees?

See this

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=79167531&postcount=7

GismoBaby

nhg wrote: »

Unfortunately we're getting the same error, we can't get past C6., now waiting 2 hrs for susi helpline to get back to us with a solution.

Exact same spot as me! god its so annoying! im waiting since i posted this last nite!!

Annasopra

GismoBaby wrote: »

Exact same spot as me! god its so annoying! im waiting since i posted this last nite!!

This worked for some people

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=79164681&postcount=20

irlpic

mango salsa wrote: »

This worked for some people

http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=79164681&postcount=20

Yip, when you're in the site, in the address bar of your browser where it says _part6.xsp? , replace the 6 with a 7 and it lets you past....

then instead of hitting 'next', hit the 'enter' key.

AK123

Hey, I haven't applied yet but going to get the documentation before submitting.. is the finance info for 2010 or 2011?

Also any other documentation?