--- title: "University for the Creative Arts Students' Union — check charity number 1165619 | CharityCompare" description: "Is University for the Creative Arts Students' Union a legitimate UK charity? Check charity number 1165619. Education/training charity based in Farnham Campus. Official Charity Commission record, key facts and how to claim the profile — on CharityCompare." source: https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/charity/university-for-the-creative-arts-students-union retrieved: 2026-08-18T04:11:43.034Z license: "Charity data © Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0" --- Quick answer University for the Creative Arts Students' Union is a registered charity (number 1165619) on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register, so it is a legitimate, regulator-overseen organisation. It is registered for: education/training. Its latest reported income was £846,635 (year ending 2025-07-31). CharityCompare shows its official register record below; a Clarity Score is added automatically once detailed filing history is available. ## What are the key facts about University for the Creative Arts Students' Union? Registered charity number 1165619 Status Registered (active) Charity type Other Location Farnham Campus Latest income (year ending 2025-07-31) £846,635 Website [www.ucasu.com](http://www.ucasu.com/) ## What does University for the Creative Arts Students' Union do? University for the Creative Arts Students' Union (UCASU) provides support, opportunities, and activities to students attending the University for the Creative Arts. UCASU promotes the interests and welfare of students and represents, supports and advises students. It is the recognised representative channel between students and the University. ## What causes is University for the Creative Arts Students' Union registered for? Education/training ## Why is there no Clarity Score for University for the Creative Arts Students' Union yet? The Clarity Score is computed from full financial filing history. University for the Creative Arts Students' Union is on the official register but outside the detailed-filing group we currently score (or awaiting its first filings), so we show its official register record instead of a rating. Its score appears automatically once enough filing data exists — never by payment. [How scoring works](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/methodology) ## Is this your charity? Claim this profile free to add your own description, correct details, or respond publicly. Optional [partner plans](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/partners) add your logo, photos, verified badge and supporter features — claiming itself is always free and never changes any score. [Claim this profile — free](https://www.charitycompare.org.uk/claim?charity=university-for-the-creative-arts-students-union&type=claim) [Visit charity website](http://www.ucasu.com/) ## Frequently asked questions Is University for the Creative Arts Students' Union a legitimate charity? Yes. University for the Creative Arts Students' Union is a legitimate registered charity (charity number 1165619) regulated by the Charity Commission for England and Wales. You can verify it on the official register. Registration proves status — it is not a Clarity Score or an impact rating. What is University for the Creative Arts Students' Union's charity number? University for the Creative Arts Students' Union's charity number is 1165619. Check that number on the Charity Commission register or this CharityCompare profile before you donate. How do I check charity number 1165619? Search 1165619 on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register or on CharityCompare. Confirm the registered name matches the organisation asking for money — scammers sometimes reuse real charity numbers. What does University for the Creative Arts Students' Union do? University for the Creative Arts Students' Union (UCASU) provides support, opportunities, and activities to students attending the University for the Creative Arts. UCASU promotes the interests and welfare of students and represents, supports and advises students. It is the recognised representative channel between students and the University. Does University for the Creative Arts Students' Union have reviews and complaints? CharityCompare does not host public user reviews for University for the Creative Arts Students' Union. This basic profile confirms registration and register facts. Rated charities also show a filing-based Clarity Score. For formal complaints, contact the Charity Commission for England and Wales or the Fundraising Regulator as appropriate. How can I donate to University for the Creative Arts Students' Union? University for the Creative Arts Students' Union's website is http://www.ucasu.com — donate there directly so the charity receives the full amount. CharityCompare never takes a commission on donations. Source: Charity Commission for England and Wales register extract dated 2026-07-31, used under the [Open Government Licence v3.0](https://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/doc/open-government-licence/version/3/). Always verify current details on the [official register entry](https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/1165619).