Scholarships for International Students in the UK 2026

Overview

The UK is one of the top destinations for international students, and despite high tuition fees, there are numerous fully-funded scholarship opportunities. These cover bachelor's, master's, and PhD levels across virtually every field.

Chevening Scholarships

The UK government's flagship scholarship program for international students, covering full tuition, monthly stipend (£1,347+/month in London), travel, and visa costs. Open to master's-level applicants from over 160 countries. Highly competitive.

Rhodes Scholarships

The most famous academic scholarship in the world. Covers full tuition and living costs at Oxford for 2-3 years. Approximately 100 scholars selected annually from eligible countries (US, Germany, India, etc.).

Clarendon Fund

Oxford's largest graduate scholarship, covering full tuition and living costs for graduate students. Selected on academic merit alone — no separate application required beyond the Oxford graduate application.

Gates Cambridge

Equivalent to Clarendon but at Cambridge. Full funding for outstanding postgraduate students worldwide. Highly competitive — emphasizes leadership and social impact.

Commonwealth Scholarships

For students from Commonwealth countries. Covers full tuition, flights, and living stipend for master's and PhD studies. Applications managed through each country's scholarship agency.

Marshall Scholarships

For US citizens to study in the UK. Fully funded master's or PhD programs at any UK university. Approximately 40 scholars per year. Emphasizes Anglo-American understanding and leadership.

Next Steps

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