University College London (UCL), a global Top 10 university, is offering Global Scholarships for Undergraduate and Master’s students for the 2026/27 academic session. These scholarships are designed to enable high-potential students from lower-income backgrounds to pursue full-time studies at UCL, with awards that in many cases cover full tuition fees and living expenses.
Applicants must first apply for admission to UCL before submitting a scholarship application. Selection is based primarily on financial need, and applicants are encouraged to prepare early, as deadlines come quickly.
UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship
The UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship aims to support international students from low-income backgrounds who wish to pursue a full-time undergraduate degree at UCL.
Key Information
- Level: Undergraduate
- Eligible fee status: Overseas
- Eligible programmes: All full-time undergraduate degrees
- Selection criteria: Financial need
- Deadline: 5:00 pm BST, Monday 27 April 2026
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be from any country outside the UK
- Be eligible to pay the overseas tuition fee rate
- Come from a low-income background
- Have submitted an application for a full-time undergraduate degree at UCL for 2026/27
UCL generally considers low income as household income of £42,875 or less, although applications may still be considered above this threshold.
Value, Benefits, and Duration
Up to 33 scholarships will be awarded for 2026/27, including:
- 10 awards covering full tuition fees, a maintenance allowance, and a fixed allowance for additional costs such as visa and immigration health surcharge
- 20 awards covering full tuition fees only
- 3 awards covering full tuition fees specifically for students from India
The scholarship is valid for the standard duration of the undergraduate programme.
Important Requirements
- Any programme change must be reported to the Student Funding Office (SFO) to ensure continued eligibility
- Recipients must inform the SFO of any additional funding received at any stage
Selection and Results
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to provide financial evidence around mid-May 2026. Successful applicants will be notified by 3 June 2026.
How to Apply
- You must submit an admission application to UCL before applying
- You do not need an offer, but your fee status must be confirmed
- Applications are submitted via Portico, UCL’s student portal
- Incomplete or late applications will not be considered
UCL Global Master’s Scholarship
The UCL Global Master’s Scholarship supports international students from lower-income backgrounds to pursue a full-time, on-campus Master’s degree at UCL.
Key Information
- Level: Master’s (Postgraduate Taught)
- Eligible fee status: Overseas
- Eligible programmes: All postgraduate taught programmes (excluding distance learning)
- Selection criteria: Financial need
- Value: £15,000
- Deadline: 5:00 pm BST, Thursday 7 May 2026
Eligibility
Applicants must:
- Be from any country outside the UK
- Be eligible to pay the overseas fee rate
- Come from a lower-income background
- Have submitted a complete admission application (including references) for a full-time Master’s programme at UCL for 2026/27
- Be studying on campus in the UK
Value, Benefits, and Duration
- Up to 85 scholarships available for 2026/27
- Five awards are ring-fenced for students from India and one for a student from Japan
- The £15,000 award is applied first to tuition fees, with any remaining amount paid to the student in instalments for living costs
- For two-year programmes, the award is split equally across both years
- The scholarship may be held alongside other funding, subject to disclosure
Selection and Results
Shortlisted candidates will be contacted in mid-May to provide financial evidence. Successful applicants are typically informed by late June 2026.
How to Apply
Applicants should apply through the International Master’s Awards application process after submitting their admission application to UCL.
Key Dates at a Glance
- Undergraduate scholarship deadline: 27 April 2026
- Master’s scholarship deadline: 7 May 2026
- Admission application: Must be submitted before scholarship application
The UCL Global Scholarships 2026/27 provide substantial financial support for international undergraduate and master’s students from lower-income backgrounds, including awards that can cover full tuition fees and living expenses. Applicants must apply for admission to UCL first and demonstrate financial need. With competitive selection and firm deadlines in April and May 2026, early preparation is essential for students seeking to study at one of the world’s leading universities.
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