Cost of Living
Helping You with the Cost of Living
At JMSU, we understand that the Cost of Living Crisis is hitting students especially hard.
From rent and commuting to household bills, food costs, and shrinking maintenance loans, students are facing more financial pressure than ever before.
In response, we’ve launched a dedicated campaign to support LJMU students throughout the academic year. Explore the links below to discover how we’re helping you save money.
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Fill Your Fridge
Vouchers will be distributed on a first-come first-serve basis each month, so keep an eye on our webpage and social media to claim yours.
JMSU is continuing our campaign aimed at getting food in your fridge and money in your pocket!
Each month, we’ll be distributing supermarket vouchers to LJMU students worth £15 per person. Vouchers will go live the first working day of the month and are distributed on a first-come first-serve basis. You must have secured a ticket to claim your voucher.
Follow the link to our events page below and search ‘Fill Your Fridge’ to claim yours!
Half Term Hampers
Calling all Parents and Carers!
We recognise that the cost of living squeeze is having a particular impact on students who are parents or carers. During half terms, when free school meals aren’t as easily available, that squeeze becomes even tighter.
If you are a parent or carer and a student of LJMU, you qualify for one of our Half Term Hampers!
To receive support first-hand, please follow the link below to join our Parent & Carer register. We’ll then be in touch with more info on how to claim your hamper ahead of each Half Term break:
Boost Your Budget!
Keep an eye on our social media throughout the year, where we’ll be sharing the best hints and tips to help your money go further!
We also have plenty of interactive resources available below to help you plan financially for the months ahead:
The Student Money Manual
The Money Charity have put together an essential guide for managing your money at university.
It’s an interactive workbook covering everything from understanding student finance and managing household bills to finding student-friendly work and opening a savings account.
Save The Student
Save The Student has an in-depth guide on everything student money.
From weekly budgets to learning how to set up bills and budget for fun – they’ve got you covered.
Money Helper
Money Helper is a free and impartial service helping people of all ages get their money under control.
Follow the link for a step-by-step breakdown of your costs and spending with easy-to-read charts.
Further Support
We understand that budgeting alone isn’t always enough. If you need more help, JMSU and LJMU are here for you.
Visit our main Cost of Learning page or contact studentvoice@ljmu.ac.uk for more info.
You can also access support via the Student Support Fund.
Money Advice Team
The Money Advice Team can offer practical support on:
- Working while studying
- Budgeting
- Household bills
- Accessing financial support like the Student Support Fund
Contact them using the details below:
- Drop-in sessions: Student Life Building, Monday to Friday, 10am–4pm
- Email: moneyadvice@ljmu.ac.uk
- Phone: 0151 231 3153 or 0151 231 3154
Community Support
Find community-based services and directories for food and crisis support in Liverpool.
Feeding Liverpool
Feeding Liverpool has created an interactive map of community food spaces across the city.
Live Well Directory
Live Well provides a directory of food banks, pantries, and practical support services throughout Liverpool.
Liverpool City Council
The council offers crisis support including access to foodbanks for those in urgent need.
