The Scottish Government introduced the EMA to encourage access to, and participation in, further and higher education. If you are 16 years of age before 30th September, you may be eligible for an EMA from the beginning of term. If you are 16 years of age between 1st October and February you may be eligible for an EMA from January.

Application forms can be obtained from the school, online from https://www.highland.gov.uk/info/899/schools_-_grants_and_benefits/14/education_maintenance_allowance or by contacting:

Education Maintenance Allowance Unit

The Highland Council

Glenurquhart Road

Inverness

IV3 5NX

01349 886659

ema@highland.gov.uk