LONDON, Aug. 11 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news:

It feels like exam results day comes around quicker every year. However, for students waiting for that text or letter, I'm sureit'sfelt likea very longsummer.

Whether you've achieved the grades you hoped for, are exploring your options through Clearing, or are considering a different path altogether, it's important to rememberthat there arelots of routes to success, and support is available whatever you decide to do next.

For many students,the results will mean thatthey will havesecuredtheir university place. For others, Clearing maybring anopportunitytheyhadn'tpreviously considered.

Ifyou plan to go to university, there are just a few weeks until the start of the academic yearand to help make the transition as smooth as possible, here are some simple steps to ensure your student finance is readyin time.

Ifyou'veappliedfor student financeand yourplanshaven'tchange

* Great news.We'vegot everything we need for now andwe'llcontinue to keep you updated through your online account as your application progresses.You'llbe able to track your student finance through your online account and once we have your Confirmation of Registrationfrom your universityyou will receive updates on your payment date,etc.

Ifyou'vealready appliedfor student finance and need to changeyour courseor university

* If your plans have changed,there'sno need to contact us.Simply log into your online account and update your university or college, along with your course details.It'squick and easy to do online, and ithelps us make sure your funding is in place for the start of your studies.

Youhaven'tappliedfor student finance, andyou'vebeen accepted onto a course

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Apply as soon as you can.

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The application takes around 30 minutes to complete online.

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A typical application takes around four weeks to process, and you can track progress through your online account.

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If you apply late,we'llstill do everything we can to get money to you as close to the start of your course as possible. We can makean initialassessment, so funding is available when you need it, with anyadditionalentitlement paid later ifrequired.

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You can find more information about student finance andClearinghere -Guidance for students going through Clearing - GOV.UK

We know results day can bring a mix of emotions, from excitement and relief to uncertainty about what comes next.That'swhywe'vemade information available online and across our social media channels to help answer your questions and guide you through the process.

Whatever the outcome,SLCis ready to support youwith your student finance.

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