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University scholarships.

Awards offered by universities themselves to international students. Learn how they work, where to find them on a university's website and how to keep track of applications and deadlines across your shortlist.

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Please note. Each university sets its own scholarships, amounts, eligibility and deadlines, and these change from year to year. We guide you and help you prepare, but we cannot guarantee any award. Never pay anyone to secure a scholarship.
THE BASICS

What are university scholarships?

Funding offered directly by a university, often as a tuition reduction or a fixed amount for eligible students.

Direct from the university

Funded by the institution, its faculties or donors and alumni.

Automatic or applied

Some are considered with your admission application; others need a separate form.

Varied criteria

Merit, subject, nationality, level of study or other factors, depending on the award.

Own deadlines

Dates can differ from admission deadlines, so check each award.

KINDS OF AWARDS

What universities commonly offer.

Not every university offers every kind. Check each one's scholarships page.

Entrance or merit awards

For strong applicants, often a fee reduction. See merit-based scholarships.

Country or region awards

Open to applicants from specific countries or regions.

Subject or faculty awards

Offered by a department or faculty for a particular course.

Postgraduate and research funding

Studentships, assistantships and fellowships for master's and doctoral study.

Talent awards

Some universities support sport, arts or other talents.

Other discounts

Some universities offer fee discounts, such as for alumni or early payment. Check availability.

How to find them

On each university's website:

  • Search the site for international scholarships
  • Check the admissions and fees pages
  • Look at your faculty or department page
  • Read eligibility, amount and deadline carefully
  • Note whether you must apply separately

Questions to ask admissions

If the page is unclear, ask:

  • Am I considered automatically, or must I apply?
  • Is there a separate deadline?
  • Is the award renewable, and on what conditions?
  • Can I combine it with other funding?
  • Is the amount paid as a fee reduction or cash?
SCHOLARSHIP TRACKER

Keep track of every deadline.

Add the awards you find. The tracker sorts them by deadline and shows how many days are left. It is saved in this browser only.

UniversityScholarshipDeadlineDays leftStatus

Enter dates from the university's official page and double-check them. We recommend finishing at least a week before each deadline.

BY DESTINATION

What to expect, country by country.

General notes only. Always check each university's page.

General notes, not a complete picture. Policies change and vary by university, so confirm details on official pages.

DOCUMENT CHECK

Application readiness.

Tick off what you already have. Each award lists its own requirements.

How to apply

A sensible order:

  • Apply for admission, and note scholarship deadlines
  • Check whether a separate form is needed
  • Tailor your essay to each award
  • Submit before the deadline and keep confirmation
  • Read conditions before accepting an award

Common mistakes

Applicants often lose out because of:

  • Assuming an award is automatic when it is not
  • Missing a separate scholarship deadline
  • Sending one generic essay to every university
  • Not reading renewal conditions
  • Relying on one award with no backup plan
HAVE QUESTIONS?

Let's clear things up.

What students commonly ask about university scholarships.

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Do I need to apply separately?

It depends on the university and the award. Some consider you automatically when you apply for admission, while others require a separate application.

When should I apply?

Check each award's deadline. Some close earlier than admission deadlines, so start early.

Can I get more than one?

Sometimes. Some universities allow you to hold more than one award, while others limit it. Check the terms.

Are university scholarships renewable?

Some are, if you meet conditions such as a minimum grade. Read the terms before you accept.

Can you guarantee a university scholarship?

No. Only the university decides. We help you find suitable options and prepare a strong application.

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