UniStart – Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1

What is UniStart?

Accepted Answer

UniStart is a free guidance platform and mobile app that helps UK residents discover funded university courses, understand how Student Finance works and get support from real Student Advisors.

Question 2

Is UniStart a university or a government organisation?

Accepted Answer

No. UniStart is not a university and not a government body. It is an independent guidance and recruitment service operated by AllCampus UK Limited to help residents apply to partner universities that can be funded through Student Finance.

Question 3

Who operates UniStart?

Accepted Answer

UniStart is operated by AllCampus UK Limited, an education recruitment and advisory company based in the United Kingdom.

Question 4

Is UniStart free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes. UniStart guidance is free for students and applicants. In many cases AllCampus UK Limited is paid by partner universities when a student successfully enrols and receives funding, so applicants do not pay any consultancy fee.

Question 5

Who can use UniStart?

Accepted Answer

UniStart is designed for adults living in the UK, typically aged 18–55, who have the right to study and want to explore funded university options with foundation year or standard degrees.

Question 6

Does UniStart guarantee university admission?

Accepted Answer

No. UniStart cannot guarantee admission. Your place is decided by the university based on its own academic and eligibility criteria. UniStart helps you understand the requirements, choose suitable courses and prepare for interviews.

Question 7

Does UniStart guarantee Student Finance funding?

Accepted Answer

No. UniStart does not control Student Finance decisions and cannot guarantee funding. Tuition fee and maintenance support are normally provided by Student Finance England or the relevant UK funding body, which makes the final decision on eligibility.

Question 8

What does “100% funded” mean on UniStart?

Accepted Answer

When UniStart refers to a course as “100% funded”, it usually means that, for eligible students, the full tuition fee can be covered by a UK student loan and that maintenance support may also be available. Exact amounts and eligibility depend on your personal situation and the rules of Student Finance.

Question 9

Is UniStart affiliated with Student Finance England?

Accepted Answer

No. UniStart is not part of Student Finance England and does not represent the UK government. UniStart explains how Student Finance works in clear language and helps applicants prepare their own applications to the official funding bodies.

Question 10

Can UniStart share my details with universities?

Accepted Answer

With your consent, UniStart may share your information with selected partner universities so that your application can be processed and your place can be confirmed. Your data is handled in line with our Privacy Policy.

Question 11

How does the UniStart process normally work?

Accepted Answer

Typically you send your contact details through the UniStart app or website, speak with a Student Advisor about your goals and eligibility, choose a suitable course and campus, and then receive support with the university and Student Finance application steps.

Question 12

How can I contact UniStart if I have questions?

Accepted Answer

You can contact UniStart through the mobile app, by using the contact form on unistart.app or by emailing support@unistart.app. A Student Advisor will follow up to discuss your situation and next steps.

Feature	UniStart	UniBuddy
EU Citizen Funding Focus	✓	✗
Personal Education Advisor	✓	✗
Mobile App	✓	✓
Funding Eligibility Check	✓	✗
Application Tracking	Coming soon	✗
Interview Preparation	✓	✗
Personal Statement Help	✓	✗
Student Discounts	✓	✗
EU Settlement Guidance	✓	✗
Cost	Free	Free

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