Payment options
We have lots of options to help you cover the cost of our bootcamps. From free places funded by the government in England, to income share agreements

Our payment plans
Find a payment plan that works for you to help you kick-start your career transformation with Northcoders.
Government Funded Places
To qualify for the Scholarship, you must be:
- Aged 19 or older on 31st August 2022
- Have the right to work in the UK. This can be checked on gov.uk/viewright-to-work and
- Meet residency requirements - more info is available here Residency Eligibility section
- Live in England
Awarding of fully funded places will be based on how you perform during the application process and Entry Challenge.
If your application is successful, you will join our bootcamp with no fees or hidden costs to pay.
Please keep in mind that you will need to have your own laptop in order to complete the course and will need to pass our Entry Challenge as part of the application process.
Deferred
Pay your 13-Week Bootcamp Fee over 22-24 months, interest-free.
- You'll pay a £250 deposit to EdAid towards your 13-Week Bootcamp Fee.
- Then you'll need to pay a £750 deposit to Northcoders after completing your Entry Challenge and being accepted onto the course.
- Then, you'll pay £375 each month until the balance is paid in full, starting after you begin the course. This option is interest free.
- You must be a UK citizen to qualify – we require this because we work with an FCA-regulated approved partner who help us deliver this payment option.
- This scheme is subject to affordability checks, conducted by an FCA-regulated approved partner.
- If we're unable to offer you our Deferred payment plan, you can still join Northcoders by using our Advance payment option, or a Finance option
- To qualify for this payment method, you must complete your Entry Challenge and sign up to the course at least two weeks before your start date.
This plan is facilitated by <EdAid>, an FCA-regulated and approved partner, and is subject to affordability checks.
Advance
Pay less by completing your Entry Challenge and signing up to Northcoders at least two weeks in advance and qualify for a £500 Scholarship.
- The total you will pay is £9500, including the Introduction Week fee and 12-Week Bootcamp Fee.
- You must complete your Entry Challenge and sign-up at least two weeks before your start date in order to qualify.
Income Sharing Agreement Scheme
Pay a £150 deposit and only begin repaying your tuition fees once you are in a job earning over £24,000.
- You will repay 11% of your monthly salary.
- ISA’s are not classed as personal debt, they always stay affordable and repayments are paused if your income drops below £24,000.
- 36-month repayment term, 8 year maximum term from the end of the course.
- Maximum repayment cap of 200%.
Only repay when your income is at or above the minimum income threshold and only repay what you can afford.
Shared Income Agreements are a flexible financing option that adapts to your income. Repayments only take place if your income is equal to or above the minimum income threshold detailed in your contract. Also, there is a maximum amount that you could pay, in case of higher salaries, but you will never pay more than that maximum payment cap.
StudentFinance evaluates your application based on your potential to succeed, not only on your current financial situation. They also provide resources and support to help you launch your new career.
Find the right payment plan
At Northcoders, we’re an advocate for accessible education. That’s why we’ve partnered with approved lenders who offer flexible finance options for a range of student preferences and financial needs.
Our approved lenders

Pay your course fees with an interest-free payment plan, repaid over 24 months.
- When to apply - Only apply after you have been accepted onto a Northcoders course.
- Process - After applying, it usually takes a few minutes to get a decision.

Pay your course fees with an interest-free loan, repaid flexibly over 12 months.
- When to apply - Only apply after you have been offered a place on a Northcoders course.
- Process - After applying, it usually takes a few minutes to get a decision.

Coursebud can help you find a suitable loan to spread the cost of our coding bootcamps.
- Pre-approval - You can get a quote at any time, whether you have applied to Northcoders or not.
- When to apply - Only apply after you have been offered a place on a Northcoders course.
- Process - After applying, it usually takes between 45 minutes and 48 hours to release funds if your application is accepted.

Pay a £150 deposit and only begin repaying your tuition fees once you are in a job earning over £24,000.
- You will repay 11% of your monthly salary
- ISA’s are not classed as personal debt, they always stay affordable and repayments are paused if your income drops below £24,000
- 36-month repayment term, 8 year maximum term from the end of the course
- Maximum repayment cap of 200%

Only repay when your income is at or above the minimum income threshold and only repay what you can afford.
Shared Income Agreements are a flexible financing option that adapts to your income. Repayments only take place if your income is equal to or above the minimum income threshold detailed in your contract. Also, there is a maximum amount that you could pay, in case of higher salaries, but you will never pay more than that maximum payment cap.
StudentFinance evaluates your application based on your potential to succeed, not only on your current financial situation. They also provide resources and support to help you launch your new career.
Gender Diversity Fund
Women and those belonging to gender minorities can claim up to £500 from our Gender Diversity Fund to contribute towards the cost of their 12-week Bootcamp Fee.
You may belong to a gender minority if, for example, you are non-binary, intersex, transgender or have transgender history.
Our Onboarding Team can help you access funds once you are ready to secure your place.
If you use the Deferred payment scheme, your deposit for the 12-Week Bootcamp Fee will be £230, rather than £250.
FAQs
Are there eligibility criteria for your Deferred payment option?
To qualify for our Deferred payment option, you must be a UK citizen – we require this because we work with an FCA-regulated third party who help us deliver this payment option. If you aren't a UK citizen, you can still join Northcoders by using our Advance payment option.
How are payments taken on the Deferred payment option?
After you graduate, you will pay £250 each month until the balance is paid in full. This is also known as a deferred payment plan.
If I use the Deferred payment option, how much do I have to pay upfront?
Firstly, you'll need to pay the fee for Introduction Week, which is £950.
Secondly, you'll need to place a deposit of £250 towards the cost of your £7550 12-Week Bootcamp Fee.
The total you will pay is £8500. If you're claiming from the Gender Diversity Fund, the total will be £8000, and your deposit will be £230 rather than £250.
Will I pay interest on my tuition fees if I use the Deferred payment option?
No, there is no interest on our Deferred payment option.
When should I apply for finance?
You should only apply for finance with any of our lenders once you’ve been offered a place on our Coding Bootcamp
Can I get help covering the cost of Introduction Week?
Potentially. Some of our finance partners, including Knoma and Coursebud, may be able to offer you a loan that would allow you to cover the cost of Introduction Week.
Can I still use the Advance payment option if I claim from the Gender Diversity Fund?
Yes, they can be used in conjunction. If you use both, the total you will pay is £7500.