How to get a scholarship for international students

Finding a scholarship in the UK

Scholarships available in the UK for international students

If you are an international student looking to study in the UK, check out these scholarships from universities and organisations that can help with funding for tuition fees, living costs and study materials. 

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Scholarship of the month: Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Programme

The Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Programme offers funding and mentorship opportunities for students across Africa

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Scholarship of the month: DAAD master’s scholarships

DAAD scholarships are government scholarships that provide funding for students wishing to study in Germany

New Zealand

Scholarship of the month: Manaaki New Zealand Scholarships

For students wishing to study in New Zealand, the Manaaki Scholarships provide funding to study at one of the universities there

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Scholarships for international students | Study abroad fully funded

Welcome to this comprehensive guide to help international students find scholarships to fund their university education, regardless of level of study. This guide covers the cost of university scholarships, where to find scholarships, how to apply for a scholarship, tips for scholarship application forms and how to prepare for a scholarship application

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How to find funding for a university research project

You’ve put together a research proposal for your postgraduate degree, but how do you find funding to bring it to life? Here are some tips to find funding for your research project 

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Scholarship of the month: Australia Awards Scholarships

Students from Africa and the Indo-Pacific region can apply for the Australia Awards Scholarships to cover full tuition to study at an Australian university

February 3 2026

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Scholarship of the month: GREAT Scholarships

The British Council’s GREAT Scholarships offer students from 18 countries around the world funding and scholarships to study in the UK. Find out which countries are eligible to apply for the GREAT Scholarships, what the scholarship involves and how to apply for the GREAT Scholarship 

December 8 2025

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Scholarship of the month: NL Scholarship

The NL Scholarship (formerly known as Holland Scholarship) is designed for international students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) who want to pursue a bachelor’s or master’s degree in the Netherlands. 

October 21 2025

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Scholarship of the month: Commonwealth master’s scholarship

The Commonwealth master’s scholarship is for international students from Commonwealth countries who wish to pursue a master’s programme in the UK

September 15 2025

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Scholarship of the month: Chevening scholarships

Master’s students looking to study in the UK will soon be able to apply for a prestigious Chevening scholarship

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Scholarship of the month: the Rhodes Scholarship UK

Have you considered doing your postgraduate degree at the University of Oxford? The Rhodes Scholarship programme could help you study there

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Scholarship of the month: World Bank Scholarship Programme

The World Bank Scholarship Programme is open to students who wish to study development-related topics for their master’s degrees 

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Scholarship of the Month: John M. Kerr Memorial Bursary Award

In celebration of Pride Month, we are highlighting the John M. Kerr Memorial Bursary Award. This award supports 2SLGBTQIA+ students pursuing higher education in Alberta, Canada by providing financial assistance.

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How to apply for a scholarship as an international student

Don’t let work or worry stop you from applying for scholarships as an international student, says Heidi Collie, who outlines the steps involved and offers advice based on her experience

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Scholarship of the month: Google scholarships for STEM students

Google’s package of scholarships for students wishing to study computer science or related fields will open for applications at the end of March

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Scholarship of the month: Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarship

The Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarship provides funding for students to study at multiple universities across Europe in a range of academic disciplines

February 14 2024

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Scholarships for Chinese students looking to study abroad

There are lots of scholarships available for Chinese students who want to study abroad. Here’s a list to get you started

January 16 2024

Scholarships for Indian students to study abroad

Scholarships for Indian students to study abroad

There are many different scholarships available for Indian students wishing to study abroad – here are some of the top ones to kick-start your search

December 11 2023

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Scholarship of the month: New scholarships for Indian students to study in the UK

UCL and Imperial College London have introduced two new scholarship packages for Indian students wishing to study in the UK

December 4 2023

Scholarship of the month: UK government AI scholarship and visa package

A new scholarship and visa package announced by the government will support international undergraduates, doctoral students and early career researchers to study AI and data science subjects in the UK

November 6 2023

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Scholarship of the month: Imagine Fellows

HEC Imagine Fellows is open to master’s students from war-torn countries who hope to study at HEC Paris

September 20 2023

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MPOWER Financing expands scholarships to global citizens

MPOWER Financing has launched a new non-profit scholarship for refugee and international students who wish to study in the US or Canada

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Scholarships available in France for international students

If you’re an international student considering studying in France, be sure to check out these scholarships, which can offer you some financial support during your studies

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Scholarship of the month: Vanier Canada Graduate scholarships

The Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarship provides financial support to doctoral students wishing to study in Canada.

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Pride scholarship of the month: The Pinnacle Foundation

The Pinnacle Foundation awards scholarships and funding to LGBTQIA+ students looking to pursue higher education in Australia

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Scholarship of the month: Monash International Leadership Scholarship

Students who wish to study in Australia at Monash University can apply for the Monash International Leadership Scholarship

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Scholarships available in Germany for international students

Are you an international student hoping to study in Germany? You might be eligible for one of these scholarships

Scholarships for African students to study abroad

Scholarships for African students to study abroad

If you are an African student considering studying abroad, then this guide to some of the scholarships you can apply for might prove helpful

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Scholarship of the month: Fulbright Foreign Student Program 2024-2025

The US government has opened the Fulbright Foreign Student Program competition for 2024-2025, which covers funding for two academic years for graduate studies in America from August 2024

February 8 2023

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Scholarships for students with disabilities

Funding for international students with a disability is available from a range of organisations, charities and universities. Use this guide to help you find the right scholarship for you

Scholarships for students with refugee status

University scholarships available for refugee students

Universities around the world offer scholarships, grants and bursaries to refugee students. Use this guide to find out what financial support is available for students with refugee status from around the world 

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Scholarship of the month: Imperial College London Sanctuary Support Fund

Imperial College London has launched a new fund for students and scholars who have been displaced from their home country due to war and conflict

Scholarships in Canada for international students

Scholarships in Canada for international students

If you are an international student looking to study in Canada, make sure you check out which scholarships are available to you from organisations and universities

Scholarships in the US for international students

Scholarships available in the US for international students

If you are an international student looking to study in the US, make sure you check out which scholarships are available to you from organisations and universities

Scholarships for international students in Australia and New Zealand

Scholarships for international students in Australia and New Zealand

If you are an international student looking to study in Australia or New Zealand, make sure you check out which scholarships are available to you from organisations and universities

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Scholarship of the month: Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Programme

Students pursuing postgraduate studies have until 31 March 2022 to apply for an Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship 

January 10 2022

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Scholarship opportunities available at historically black colleges and universities

Considering applying to a HBCU? Check out these scholarship opportunities at historically black colleges

December 17 2021

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Scholarship of the month: Google Generation Scholarships

Google has opened applications for a range of scholarships for students studying computer science, gaming and technology for the academic year 2022-23

November 16 2021

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Scholarships to study in the Netherlands for international students

Are you an international student hoping to study in the Netherlands? There are a number of partial or full scholarships that you might be able to apply to for financial help

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Scholarship of the month: Chevening Scholarship

Students from across the globe looking to study for a master’s in the UK can now apply for a Chevening Scholarship 

Scholarships for students from Japan to study abroad

Scholarships for students from Japan to study abroad

Are you a Japanese student hoping to study abroad? Here’s a guide to some of the scholarships you may be eligible for

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Scholarships for South Korean students looking to study abroad

Students from South Korea can use this guide to find which scholarships they are eligible for to study at a university abroad

Scholarships for Indonesian students to study abroad

Scholarships for Indonesian students looking to study abroad

Are you from Indonesia and hoping to study abroad? Here’s a guide to all the scholarships you may be eligible for

Scholarships for students from Hong Kong to study abroad

Scholarships for students from Hong Kong to study abroad

A guide to the scholarships available for students from Hong Kong to study abroad 

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Scholarships for Malaysian students to study abroad

Are you a Malaysian student looking to fund your international studies? Here’s a guide to all the scholarships you may be eligible for

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Scholarship of the month - IELTS Prize

The IELTS Prize is now open for applications from undergraduate and postgraduate students who will be starting their course by September 2022

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Scholarship of the month: Saltire Scholarship

This month’s scholarship is for international students wishing to study for a postgraduate degree in Scotland

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Scholarship of the month: University of Birmingham Commonwealth Scholarship

Students from Commonwealth countries are eligible for a new scholarship programme at the University of Birmingham

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