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I am 67 yrs old and am starting an MA with the OU in October. I had hoped to take advantage of the new post grad loans. However I was shocked to find that they are limited to under 60s - this only 3 years since ageism was removed from the undergrad loan system.

Has this inconsistency been raised with govt and is there any likelihood of change? I understand concerns that older students may never pay off loans (also true of many undergrads) but study almost certainly keeps older people active and therefore saves money on social care and NHS services.

Thanks

Pete

Hi Pete,

It's the government that sets the student finance policy. You could visit its website and use the contact form to raise it with them directly.

Good luck with the MA!