Finance Information

Students who would like to discuss budgeting, financial support and debt management can make an appointment with the Student Finance Officer who can also help with student loan queries including help with the application process.

Information about funding opportunities at Oxford can be found on the University website. Information for graduate students can be found here. Information for undergraduate students can be found here. Information about US federal loans is also located on the University website.

Students living in College-managed accommodation are automatically covered by a Room Contents group insurance scheme provided by Endsleigh Insurance. The annual premium is paid by the College.

The main items covered are (subject to an excess payment):

• Personal possessions in your room up to £10,000 against theft, fire and flood
• Computer Equipment (e.g Desktops and Laptops) in your room up to £2,000
• Musical Instruments up to £600 in your room
• Visual & audio equipment such as televisions and CD or DVD players up to £1,000 in your room
• Mobile phones (forced entry only) up to £1,000 in your room
• Bike theft from College or University premises where the bike has been stored securely up to £250

Restrictions, limits and conditions apply.

The College’s Policy number is HH1071. You can download an insurance certificate here.

The above group insurance scheme does not cover students living in private accommodation, who are therefore strongly advised to arrange their own cover.

Download an insurance certificate

Your battels account records all the financial transactions between you and the College.

Battels (bills) are due by Friday of week 2 every term (unless stated otherwise). You will receive battels by email and will be sent a reminder email closer to the due date.

If for any reason you cannot pay your battels you must contact the Student Finance Officer.

If you are in College-provided accommodation, the College will charge interest on the amount outstanding if the rent has not been paid within 14 days of the payment date. Interest will be charged at 3% per annum above the base rate of the Bank of England in line with clause 1.11 in your tenancy agreement. Once the debt is overdue by 21 days or more the college may terminate the tenancy in line with clause 4.2 of your tenancy agreement.

Charges on battels include:

• Charges for accommodation in College rooms
• Pre-pay charges for meals
• Returnable deposits for keys (Michaelmas term only)
• JCR membership levy (Undergraduates only).
• Library fines (billed in arrears)
• Other expenses e.g. printing charges (billed in arrears).

Those who pay for their Course fees will also have these added to battels. Course fees for the full academic year are due by Friday of week 2 of Michaelmas term.

Payments to the College should preferably be made by bank transfer. All payments made should include your 5 letter account code which is shown on your invoice.

Bank details

You can pay us by bank transfer using the following details:

Bank: HSBC
Branch: 65 Cornmarket Street, Oxford, OX1 3HY
Account number: 50724823
Sort code: 40-35-34
Account name: St Peter's College

Additional information that may be needed for international payments:
IBAN number: GB18HBUK40353450724823
BIC number: HBUKGB4108P
International Bank Transfer

At St Peter's College, we know that our international students often have to pay significant international transfer fees when paying for their tuition fees and expenses. We listened to your challenges, so we've teamed up with TransferMate to provide you with a transparent payment method to reduce additional bank fees and improve your payment experience. TransferMate helps international students pay tuition and fees in their local currency from any country.

What are the benefits of TransferMate?

• Faster payment processed within 24 to 48 hours
• Allows you to pay in your local currency to a local bank account
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• 24-hour customer service from TransferMate
• 24-hour online tracking of payments

TransferMate lets you make international payments to St Peters College Oxford in your own currency while receiving competitive foreign exchange rates. If you're an international student or parent you can use this secure payment method.

How do I make a payment with TransferMate?

1. Click on the TransferMate payment link
2. Choose the country you’re paying from and your preferred payment method
3. Register your one-time set-up account by providing your details
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