StudentSave

Did you know “2 in 3 students in the UK skip meals to save money”?

That’s where StudentSave comes in.

StudentSave is more than a savings account, it’s a financial planning tool designed to help students make their money last.
Because skipping meals isn’t a solution.

StudentSave works by encouraging students to move part of their student finance into a separate account, lock it in, then withdraw it gradually throughout the term, rather than spending it all at once. Think of it like a “term-time budget buffer” helping them control their spending, build discipline, and avoid panic borrowing.

Split student finance into
manageable chunks.

Space out spending across
the academic term.

Build good money habits
early, without stress.

Here’s how it works:

  • Student receives their student finance (usually in one large termly payment).
  • They move a portion of their choosing into their StudentSave account.
  • That money is then spaced out – withdrawn weekly, fortnightly, or monthly – however best suits their routine.
  • They will only have access to the selected amount which helps to stop overspending in the first few weeks.

Watch a step-by-step demo:

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Did you know “80% of students max out their overdraft by graduation”?

Ready to help them stay in control?

They’re stepping into the next chapter of their life. New city, new friends, new responsibilities and while you can’t be there for every decision, helping them build good money habits now means they’ll have the confidence to handle whatever uni throws their way.

Open a StudentSave Account Today

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Statistics source: University student statistics 2025 – Save the Student