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Scholarships to Study in the UK: Complete 2025 Guide

Emma ClarkeFinancial Aid Adviser8 min read

A comprehensive guide to the best scholarships available for international students wanting to study in the UK, including Chevening, Commonwealth, GREAT and university-specific awards.

Can You Afford to Study in the UK?

With the right scholarships, studying in the UK can be far more affordable than many prospective students expect. Here is a complete guide to the main scholarships available in 2025.

Chevening Scholarships

Funded by: UK Government

Value: Fully funded – tuition, living allowance, flights, and visa

Who: Outstanding students and professionals with leadership potential

Level: Master's degrees only

Deadline: Typically November each year

Chevening is the most prestigious and competitive UK scholarship. It is open to students from over 160 countries and covers all costs.

Commonwealth Scholarships

Funded by: UK Government / Commonwealth Secretariat

Value: Fully funded

Who: Citizens of Commonwealth countries

Level: Master's and PhD

Deadline: Varies by country

An excellent opportunity for students from Commonwealth nations, covering tuition, airfare, and living costs.

GREAT Scholarships

Funded by: British Council + UK universities

Value: £10,000+ toward tuition fees

Who: Students from eligible countries (China, India, Thailand, Ghana, Kenya, etc.)

Level: Postgraduate

Deadline: Varies by university

University-Specific Scholarships

Most top UK universities offer their own international student scholarships:

  • Oxford: Clarendon Fund (fully funded for DPhil / MSc)
  • Cambridge: Gates Cambridge Scholarship (fully funded)
  • UCL: UCL Global Engagement Scholarships
  • Edinburgh: Edinburgh Global Research Scholarships
  • Manchester: Global Futures Scholarships
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