Overview
Chevening Scholarships are prestigious, fully-funded opportunities that allow outstanding emerging leaders from around the world to pursue one-year master’s degrees at any UK university. Beyond just a scholarship, Chevening offers a life-changing experience, fostering personal and professional growth, extensive networking opportunities, and a deep immersion into UK culture.
What’s Included?
With a Chevening Scholarship, all expenses are covered—flights, accommodation, and course fees—so you can concentrate on your studies and enjoy your time in the UK. You’ll join a global network of influential leaders, gaining the knowledge and connections needed to bring your ideas to life and drive positive change in your home country.
Why Study in the UK?
Studying in the UK with Chevening is about more than earning a world-class degree. It’s a chance to experience UK culture, meet people from different backgrounds, and build connections that can last a lifetime.
The UK is home to some of the world’s leading universities, but there’s so much more to discover beyond the classroom. From historic landmarks and vibrant cities to music, festivals, museums and world-class sporting events, studying here gives you the opportunity to experience the culture, creativity and traditions that make the UK unique.
As a Chevening scholar, you’ll join a global community of people who are passionate about making a difference. You’ll develop your knowledge and skills, exchange ideas with people from around the world, and build networks that can support you long after your studies end.
A Chevening Scholarship is more than a degree. It’s an opportunity to experience the UK, broaden your perspective and become part of a global network working together to address some of the world’s most pressing challenges.
Who Can Apply?
Chevening enables outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world to pursue one-year master’s degrees in the UK.
There is no such thing as a ‘typical’ Chevening Scholar, but those who are successful tend to have ambition, leadership qualities, and a passion for influencing positive change in their home countries.
You are encouraged to apply if you meet our eligibility criteria and other requirements. Your gender, age (there is no upper age limit), sexual orientation, religion, marriage or parenthood status, caste, class, or other attributes do not matter to us. What matters is your ability to submit a thoughtful application that demonstrates you are capable of excelling on an intense master’s course in the UK, and that you have a clear vision for your future.
Learn more about Chevening’s eligibility and work experience requirements to assess your own eligibility, and find out more about what a Chevening Award covers.
To be eligible for a Chevening Scholarship you must:
- Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory.
- Commit to returning to your home country for at least two years after your scholarship ends.
- Have at least two years of work experience (2,800 hours).
- Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies you for a UK master’s programme.
- Apply to three different and eligible UK university courses. You must have received an unconditional offer from at least one of these course choices by the references and education documents deadline listed on the application timeline.
To assess your eligibility, please review the detailed Chevening eligibility and work experience requirements.
Before applying, read the application guidance and submit your application through your country or territory’s dedicated application page.
Application Timeline
The selection process for Chevening Scholarships is thorough and spans over eight months, from the application deadline to the final selection. Below is a brief overview of the key dates and steps for applicants applying for the 2027–2028 Chevening Scholarship:
If you’re planning to apply for the Chevening Scholarships 2027/2028, be sure to keep track of the key dates below:
- 5 August 2026 (11:00 UTC) – Applications Open
Applications open at 11:00 UTC. Before applying, read the application guidance and submit your application through your country or territory’s dedicated application page. Be sure to check what 11:00 UTC corresponds to in your local time zone. - 6 October 2026 (11:00 UTC) – Applications Close
The application deadline is 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC. After this time, the online application system will no longer accept submissions. - From October 2026 – Eligibility Screening
All applications are reviewed to ensure they meet Chevening’s eligibility requirements. - Mid-October 2026 – January 2027 – Application Assessments
Eligible applications are assessed by independent reading committees. - Mid-February 2027 – Interview Shortlisting
British embassies and high commissions notify shortlisted candidates and invite them to interview. - March – April 2027 – Interviews
Interviews take place at British embassies and high commissions worldwide. Shortlisted candidates must upload all required documents—including photo ID, degree certificate, and reference letters—at least seven working days before their interview. To prepare for your interview, please read our interview guidance. - Mid-June 2027 – Results Announced
Successful candidates are informed of the outcome of their interviews from mid-June 2027. - 8 July 2027 (17:00 BST) – University Offer Deadline
Successful applicants must submit at least one unconditional offer from a UK university by 17:00 BST (UK time) on 8 July 2027. - September/October 2027 – Studies Begin in the UK
Chevening Scholars commence their studies at UK universities and join the prestigious global Chevening alumni network.
Find a Course
Selecting the right course is crucial for your Chevening application. Use our course finder tool to explore eligible master’s degree programs at universities across the UK. Remember, you must list three courses in your Chevening application, and they must meet the eligibility criteria.
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FAQs
Have more questions? Visit our FAQs section for answers to common queries about the Chevening Scholarship, eligibility criteria, the application process, and more.
Before applying, read the application guidance and submit your application through your country or territory’s dedicated application page.
Embark on your journey with Chevening and transform your future. Apply now, and take the first step towards joining a global network of change-makers!
