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Education Charities That specialise in Higher education

Discover 1,595 Education charities that specialise in higher education. Use the search below to filter within these results.

1,595
Charities
£41,404,805,161
Total Income
£743,247
Avg Income
88.5%
Program Ratio

Major UK charities curated by Charity Finder for size, recognition, and registry coverage. Click through for full profiles, financials, and trustees.

The University Of Plymouth Students' Union

Education

UPSU?s charitable Objects are to advance the University ?s educational purposes by providing representation and support for the students of the University, supplemented by the further Object of helping members to develop their own charitable activities as active participants in civil society

Latest Income: £4,813,790
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Cambridge In America (uk) Limited

Charitable activities, Education

Cambridge in America (UK) Limited makes grants to the University of Cambridge and its Colleges, or to related organisations and charities. It forms part of a dual qualified structure with Cambridge in America, an American registered charity, enabling US citizens in the UK to support the University, its Colleges and related projects in a tax-efficient manner.

Latest Income: £4,720,841
Areas of Operation: England
Status: Registered
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Upreach Charitable Company

Economic and community development, Education

upReach supports undergraduates from less-privileged backgrounds to secure graduate jobs and internships by running a needs-focused professional development programme in partnership with foundations, universities and employers.

Latest Income: £4,685,460
Areas of Operation: Northern Ireland
Status: Registered
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Universities & Colleges Christian Fellowship

Education, Religion

To advance the Evangelical Christian Faith among students in universities, theological colleges, training colleges, technical colleges and similar institutions in Great Britain and throughout the world, in accordance with the fundamental truths of Christianity as revealed in Holy Scripture and as set out in clause 3 of memorandum and articles of association.

Latest Income: £4,610,719
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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City St George's Students' Union

Education, Leisure

The Union represents over 19,000 students at City, University of London to the University, the local community and nationally via the National Union of Students. The Union also promotes the interests and welfare of students and provides social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities and forums for discussions and debate for the personal development of its students.

Latest Income: £4,547,894
Areas of Operation: London
Status: Registered
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Coventry University Students' Union Limited

Education, Leisure

The purpose of CUSU shall be to represent, promote and advance the educational, welfare, sporting, social and cultural interests of all students enrolled at Coventry University and be directed by the students of Coventry University.

Latest Income: £4,425,141
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Royal Drawing School

Beneficiary group, Education

To facilitate and promote the practice of drawing from observation; we believe that this is crucial for all aspects of visual learning, thinking and practice. We aim to fill a gap left by the steady erosion of observational drawing from the study of art in higher education and in schools by offering tuition and resources to art students, artists, children and the public.

Latest Income: £4,411,082
Areas of Operation: Scotland
Status: Registered
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The E P A Cephalosporin Fund

Education, Research

The aims of the charity are the furtherance of education and research in the medical, biological and chemical sciences in the University of Oxford, its departments and colleges, the Royal Society and the King Edward VI School Southampton. Its activities are directed at achieving these aims.

Latest Income: £4,397,798
Areas of Operation: City Of Westminster
Status: Registered
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Tel Aviv University Trust

Education, Research

TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL AND MATERIAL ASSISTANCE, AND SUPPORT TO AND FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATION, ART AND SCIENCE AND OTHER BRANCHES OF LEARNING, (INCLUDING THE PROVISION OF SCHOLARSHIPS) AT TEL-AVIV UNIVERSITY AND ANY CHARITABLE, NON-PROFIT MAKING EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION OF ACADEMIC STANDING WITH WHICH THE UNIVERSITY SHALL AT ANY TIME BE AMALGAMATED OR ASSOCIATED AND ANY OTHER SUCH INSTITUTION.

Latest Income: £4,382,380
Areas of Operation: Israel
Status: Registered
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Velindre University NHS Trust Charity

Beneficiary group, Education, Health, Research

To support the Trusts provision of world class research-led treatment, care and support for patients and families affected by cancer as well as other patients supported by the Trust and those who are involved in the donation of blood or stem cells.

Latest Income: £4,374,000
Areas of Operation: Cardiff
Status: Registered
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Greenwich Students Union LTD

Education, Leisure

The Union's objects are the advancement of education of Students at The University by:- Promoting the interests and welfare of students at the University during their course of study and representing, supporting and advising Students. Providing social, cultural, sporting and recreational activities. Being the recognised representative channel between students and the University

Latest Income: £4,361,645
Areas of Operation: Greenwich
Status: Registered
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Wycliffe Hall

Education, Religion

Wycliffe Hall is a theological college within the diverse environment of the University of Oxford. We aim to equip our students for their future ministries, through excellent academic teaching, practical ministry experience and living as part of a vibrant and supportive Christian community.

Latest Income: £4,291,371
Areas of Operation: Oxfordshire
Status: Registered
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Nottingham University Hospitals Charity

Education, Health

THE CHARITY (1165397), REGISTERED 01 APRIL 2016, IS CONTINUING THE WORK PREVIOUSLY CARRIED OUT BY THE FORMERLY REGISTERED CHARITY 1059049 (2006/07 TO 31 MARCH 2016). PLEASE REFER TO THE NOTTINGHAM UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS CHARITY WEBSITE: www.nottinghamhospitalscharity.org.uk FOR PAST ANNUAL REPORTS.

Latest Income: £4,208,631
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Northumbria Students' Union

Charity and VCS support, Education

Northumbria Students' Union is a membership organisation comprising of all the the registered students of Northumbria University. Our principal purpose is to represent the interests of our students and to further their education. In addition we provide opportunities for personal development through volunteering and undertake mutual trading for the benefit of our members.

Latest Income: £4,194,706
Areas of Operation: Newcastle Upon Tyne City
Status: Registered
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The Students' Union At Bu LTD

Education

The Students' Union at BU is the representative body of Bournemouth University students and provides representation, advice and activities to its members.

Latest Income: £4,190,467
Areas of Operation: Dorset
Status: Registered
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Derby And Burton Hospitals Charity

Education, Health

Derby & Burton Hospitals Charity exists to support all aspects of the work of University Hospitals of Derby & Burton NHS Foundation Trust. Donations to the charity enable the hospital to offer those extras that are not provided from NHS statutory funding , but make a real difference. Donations are used to improve facilities, provide extra equipment, support research and help with staff training.

Latest Income: £4,187,000
Areas of Operation: Derbyshire
Status: Registered
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City And Guilds Of London Art School Limited

Education, Heritage

The Art School is a specialist higher education institution teaching at Foundation, undergraduate and postgraduate level, preparing students for careers as contemporary artists, conservators, carvers in wood and stone and related professions. This is underpinned by an emphasis on material understanding, traditional skills, experimentation and research, combined with art historical studies.

Latest Income: £4,149,111
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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University Of The Arts London Students' Union

Education, Leisure

RepresentationAdviceFreshers Fair & Welcome ActivitiesProvision of sportsProvision of societiesCommunity building

Latest Income: £4,127,192
Areas of Operation: London
Status: Registered
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Society Of Petroleum Engineers Europe Limited

Education, Research

Promotes the science & technology of oil, gas exploration & recovery, efficiency and environmental issues globally. Delivers information about the oil and gas industry to society & conducts conference/training services. Provides resources to help students & others learn about energy industry and careers, funds scholarships in UK and globally in universities that offer technical degree programs.

Latest Income: £4,087,116
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Charity

Beneficiary group, Education, Health

The Charity activities include improvements to the patient environment ,delivery of healthcare and a commitment to provide funding for research , training and education.Allocated expenditure in the year was used on the following categories ; 28% research , 16% patient related ,14% staff related and contributions to capital of 42% which were spent on equipment and refurbishments.

Latest Income: £4,079,000
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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The Union, Mmu

Education, Leisure

1) REPRESENTING STUDENT INTERESTS 2) COMMUNICATING ON STUDENT BEHALF WITH EXTERNAL BODIES; 3) PROMOTING STUDENT WELFARE AT MANCHESTER METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY; 4) FACILITATING SOCIAL, RECREATIONAL, POLITICAL AND EDUCATIONAL INTERESTS OF MEMBERS, THROUGH SERVICES AND SUPPORT FOR MEMBERS 5) WORKING WITH OTHER STUDENTS' UNIONS AND AFFILIATED BODIES.

Latest Income: £4,062,091
Areas of Operation: Manchester City
Status: Registered
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Harvard Global Foundation Limited

Education

Advancing learning, research, and education, in particular at Harvard University, and such other exclusively charitable purposes as the Trustees may determine.

Latest Income: £4,001,638
Areas of Operation: England And Wales
Status: Registered
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Bcno Limited

Education, Health, Research

BCOM provides graduate and postgraduate osteopathic education via an integrated mix of academic and clinical study.The College offers university validated degree courses which are also, where appropriate, professionally accredited by the General Osteopathic Council and the General Council & Register of Naturopaths.

Latest Income: £3,944,770
Areas of Operation: Various
Status: Registered
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Newbold College

Education, Religion

Offers a range of tertiary academic programmes: Business Management, Humanities, Diversity, Theology, English Language. Our Theology programmes (BA Hons Bibilical & Pastoral Studies, Graduate Diploma in Biblical & Pastoral Studies, Postgraduate in Ministry and Mission, MA Theology) are validated by University of Wales Trinity Saint David.

Latest Income: £3,857,493
Areas of Operation: Bracknell Forest
Status: Registered
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St Chad's College Durham

Education, Religion

TO ADVANCE EDUCATION, LEARNING, RELIGION AND RESEARCH WITHIN THE COLLEGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PRINCIPLES OF THE CHURCH OF ENGLAND;TO PROVIDE A COLLEGE FOR MEMBERS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM WHEREIN THEY MAY WORK FOR DEGREES AND OTHER QUALIFICATIONS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DURHAM (INCLUDING, IN PARTICULAR, ADVANCING THE EDUCATION, SPIRITUAL AND MORAL WELFARE OF STUDENTS ENROLLED AT THE COLLEGE).

Latest Income: £3,771,316
Areas of Operation: Durham
Status: Registered
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Frequently asked questions about this sector

How many higher-education education charities are there in the UK?

There are 1,595 registered higher-education education charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.

Which is the largest of the higher-education education charities by income?

United Learning LTD is the largest by latest reported annual income (£786.0m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.

What is the combined annual income of higher-education education charities?

Higher-education education charities reported a combined annual income of £41.4bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.

What is a typical program ratio for higher-education education charities?

Across all higher-education education charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 88.5%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.

What is the average annual income of higher-education education charities?

Higher-education education charities have an average annual income of £743k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.