Financial and Social Assistance

The information on this page is intended for Belgian, European, and equivalent students.

For information on "assimilated student" status, please visit the "assimilated student status" page.

Other students are invited to visit the dedicated page.

Study Grants and Tuition Fee Reductions from the Wallonia-Brussels Federation 

Starting with the 2026–2027 academic year, the FWB is now the single point of contact for processing applications for study grants AND tuition fee reductions.
For this reason, we recommend that you submit your application to the FWB first to verify your eligibility for a study grant or a tuition reduction.

If you are awarded a student grant, you will also be exempt from paying tuition fees.
If you are not eligible for a student grant but qualify for a tuition reduction, your tuition will be €374 (if you meet the low-income criteria) or €835 (if you meet the moderate-income criteria).

Please note: You have until October 31, 2026, at the latest, to submit your application

—either online or by certified mail (if you are a minor)
. Information and access to forms: https://allocations-etudes.cfwb.be/introduire-ma-demande

If your application for a study grant or a reduction in tuition fees from the FWB is denied, the Social Services Office may review a request for financial assistance to cover tuition fees based on criteria defined by UNamur (see below).

• The "Minerval Balance" Loan
• Short-term loan
• Financial Assistance for the Purchase of a Computer
• The UNamur Scholarship
• The “Exams” Special Allowance 
• Financial assistance for tuition payments
• Internship and Study Abroad Loan
• The supplementary master’s loan
• The “Solidarithèque” community food pantry

• Equipment loans
• Tuition Reduction for Serious Social Circumstances
• Scholarships from Various Organizations
• Psychosocial Support

For students already enrolled, several forms of financial aid are available and may be granted based on specific criteria and individual circumstances to support their studies and promote academic success. The Student Services Office is also available to assist with administrative, financial, family, or relationship issues, as well as difficulties adapting to academic life and campus life, and more. 

The forms related to the assistance programs listed below can be downloaded or picked up at the Social Services Office during office hours.

The following forms of assistance are available to Belgian, equivalent, and European students.

“Tuition Balance” Loan 

This interest-free loan allows you to spread out the payment of the remaining tuition balance (either €324, €785, or €1,144) over several monthly installments during the academic year. To submit this application, you must have paid the €50 down payment (no later than October 31, 2026).

• Eligibility Criteria for the 26-27 Tuition Balance Loan (PDF) 
• Tuition Balance Loan Application for Belgian and Equivalent Students 26-27 (PDF)   
• Minerval Balance Loan Application for European Students 26-27 (PDF)

Short-Term Loan

This loan provides financial assistance, an advance on the Wallonia-Brussels Federation’s study allowance, or any other international mobility grant. 

• Short-Term Loan Application Form—Belgian, Equivalent, and European Students (PDF)

Financial Assistance for the Purchase of a Computer (or Tablet)

This assistance covers a portion of the costs for students who have purchased a computer or who wish to purchase one (new or refurbished).

• Application Form for Financial Assistance for a Computer (PC) for Belgian, Equivalent, and European Students (PDF)

The UNamur Grant

The amount of this grant takes into account the student’s budget and the family’s theoretical financial contribution (or that of the student or their partner). 

• UNamur Scholarship Application Form—Belgian and Equivalent Students (PDF)
• UNamur Scholarship Application Form—European Students (PDF)

The Special “Exams” Allowance

The Social Services Office may grant a specific “exam” allowance to students who regularly work part-time to cover all or part of their educational expenses, allowing them to focus more fully on their exam sessions (January and/or June). The application form will be available at the Social Services Office from November 2, 2026, at the earliest, and December 4, 2026, at the latest.

• Information Sheet on the “Exam” Allowance

The following financial aid options are available only to Belgian students and those considered equivalent.

Financial Assistance for Tuition Payments

The Social Services Office may grant financial assistance toward tuition payments based on criteria specific to UNamur. 

• Tuition Assistance Criteria 26-27 (PDF)

Here is the application form for both the tuition assistance request AND the “tuition balance” loan

• Application Form for Tuition Assistance and Tuition Balance Loan 26-27 (PDF)

Internship and Study Abroad Loan 

Intended for master’s or specialized master’s students undertaking an internship or study abroad program in Belgium or abroad. => The 2026–2027 internship and study abroad loan application form will be available at the Social Services Office starting October 1.

The Complementary Master’s Loan 

Intended for students who hold a university degree or a long-term degree and are pursuing a complementary master’s degree. The 2026–2027 complementary master’s loan application packet will be available at the Social Services Office starting October 1.