Unlock a world of academic excellence with the University of Glasgow Sanctuary Scholarship 2025, offering fully funded undergraduate and postgraduate taught opportunities to prospective students who have been forced to travel to the UK for humanitarian reasons.
- 🌍 Fully funded undergraduate and postgraduate opportunities at University of Glasgow through Sanctuary Scholarship 2025.
- 🎓 Covers full tuition fees, £5,000 annually for study costs, and accommodation support.
- 🏛️ Hosted by University of Glasgow, available for international students under humanitarian grounds.
- 📅 Application deadline: May 1, 2025.
- 🌟 Requirements: Conditional or unconditional offer for full-time study, asylum claim in the UK, or granted refugee status.
Designation
Fully Funded Scholarship
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Host University | University of Glasgow |
| Degree Level | Undergraduate and Postgraduate Taught |
| Eligible Nationalities | International students facing humanitarian displacement |
| Application Deadline | May 1, 2025 |
| Rewards | Full tuition fee waiver, £5,000 per year towards study costs, accommodation for duration of study |
Research Area
Education across various disciplines including but not limited to social sciences, humanities, natural sciences, and engineering.
Location
University of Glasgow, United Kingdom
Eligibility/Qualification
To be eligible for the University of Glasgow Sanctuary Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold a firm conditional or unconditional offer for full-time study at the University of Glasgow for the academic year 2025/26.
- Either:
- Have submitted a claim for asylum in the UK
- Be actively appealing a negative decision on an asylum claim
- Have been granted Refugee Status, Humanitarian Protection, or Discretionary Leave by the Home Office
- Have arrived in the UK through specific humanitarian schemes (e.g., UK Resettlement Scheme, Afghan Citizens Resettlement Scheme, Syrian Vulnerable Persons Resettlement Scheme, Ukraine Sponsorship Scheme).
Description
The University of Glasgow is offering up to 30 Sanctuary Scholarships to international students who have faced significant challenges in accessing higher education due to humanitarian crises. This scholarship covers:
- Full Tuition Fee Waiver: For the duration of the study for students unable to apply for mainstream student finance.
- Financial Support: £5,000 per year towards study costs to assist with living expenses.
- Accommodation: University housing will be provided for the duration of study, specifically for those who are ineligible for public funds.
The initiative intends to provide a transformative educational experience, encouraging cultural exchange and supporting students in fulfilling their academic ambitions.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply for the University of Glasgow Sanctuary Scholarship:
- Confirm Admission: Ensure you have received a firm conditional or unconditional offer from the University of Glasgow.
- Visit Scholarship Webpage: Click the “Apply Now” button on the scholarship webpage.
- Submit Application: Fill out the required details and submit your application.
- Deadline: Make sure the application is submitted by 11:00 PM on May 1, 2025. Applications submitted after this date will not be accepted.
Last Date to Apply
May 1, 2025, at 11:00 PM
For more information and to apply, visit the University of Glasgow Sanctuary Scholarship webpage.
