05. Fees, funding and payments
Am I eligible for a refund?
You can apply for a refund if: You want to withdraw from your Silver/Gold project after submission, provided you have not yet undergone your assessment Have overpaid Have paid for CREST instead of using a voucher code Have been charged the ...
CREST for underrepresented audiences funding
Engage Grants (formerly known as CREST for Underrepresented Audiences grants) are available twice a year, in the autumn and spring terms, to help support UK schools in challenging circumstances to run CREST Awards. Schools that have high numbers of ...
Grants and funding to run CREST
Engage Grants: We would love all young people to have the opportunity to achieve a CREST Award, but know that the registration and support costs can be a barrier for some schools. For schools in challenging circumstances in the UK, with high numbers ...
Why is my voucher code not working?
If your voucher code is not working, this could be for a number of reasons. Have you typed in the correct code? It sounds simple, but it's always good to be sure! Check that you have spelled the code correctly, using the correct upper/lowercase ...
I haven't received an invoice/where is my invoice?
We send invoices manually, so there may sometimes be a short delay due to it being the weekend or because of staff capacity as CREST is run by a small team. We typically send invoices via email to you (and a finance department, if you provided ...
I have a query about my invoice
If you entered your students for CREST Awards online, contact CREST Support with any questions about your invoice.
How to get a quote for your CREST award fees
Contact CREST Support for a quote. In your message, please tell us: The Award level How many students you’re entering Where the project is taking place, for example in Wales, the rest of the UK or internationally Your invoicing address Find out how ...
How to add a purchase order number to your invoice
You can enter a purchase order number when you provide your invoice details. Find out how to get a quote from us if you need one to get a purchase order from your finance team.
How to pay CREST Award entry fees
All CREST Awards are paid by invoice. You can pay your invoice by card, BACS transfer, or cheque. If you pay by cheque, please include the payment slip from your invoice in the envelope so that we can process your payment promptly. We will not print ...
CREST entry fees for international students
Which locations are charged UK or international prices? The prices of CREST Awards depend on where the projects took place. Our fees and funding page shows the different Award prices. Use the lists below to see which fees apply to your project. UK: ...
CREST entry fees for Welsh students
CREST Award fees for students in Wales are paid in full by the Welsh government. This arrangement will continue until at least 31 March 2025. Please choose Wales as your delivery country when asked. This will ensure you aren't charged for your Award ...
What do CREST Awards cost to enter?
You can find information about CREST entry fees on our website.