University College London (UCL) is one of the UK’s most prestigious universities, with a long history of academic and research excellence. As part of its commitment to promoting diversity and inclusivity, UCL has launched the UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship to support international students from low-income countries.
Scholarship Objectives
This scholarship aims to enable and encourage international students from disadvantaged backgrounds to pursue full-time undergraduate studies at UCL. Through this initiative, the university seeks to remove financial barriers that may prevent these students from accessing a high-quality education in a distinguished academic environment.
Scholarship Details for the 2025/2026 Academic Year
For the 2025/2026 academic year, UCL offers up to 33 scholarships, including:
10 scholarships cover full tuition fees, plus a maintenance allowance and additional costs such as visa fees and healthcare.
23 scholarships cover full tuition fees only.
3 scholarships are specifically for students from India and cover full tuition fees.
The scholarships are valid for the full duration of the standard undergraduate program.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must:
Be from outside the UK.
Be eligible to pay international tuition fees.
Be from a low-income background.
They must have applied for admission to a full-time undergraduate program at UCL for the 2025/2026 academic year.
UCL generally defines “low income” as less than £42,875 per year, but it is not limited to this amount. Even if your household income is slightly higher, applications may be considered based on individual circumstances.
How to Apply
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must:
Apply for admission to a full-time undergraduate program at UCL.
Confirm your international tuition fee status with the UCL Admissions Office.
Submit a separate scholarship application via UCL’s Portico portal.
Applicants must submit their applications by 5 p.m. UK time on Monday, April 28, 2025. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
Selection Process
The scholarship is awarded based on financial need. If you are provisionally selected, you will be required to provide proof of financial support, typically by mid-May 2025.
Impact on Students
Since the launch of this scholarship in 2022, many international students have benefited from it. For example, Sadman, a second-year student in the Bachelor of Computer Science program, said:
“I come from a low-income country, and it was not possible for me to study at a prestigious university abroad. Thanks to the UCL scholarship, I am now closer to achieving my dreams.”
Irina, a second-year student in the Bachelor of Pharmacy program, said: “The scholarship has profoundly shaped my academic career and university life. Beyond the tangible benefits, the scholarship has played a significant role in boosting my self-confidence and sense of self-worth.”
Conclusion
The UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship is a golden opportunity for international students from low-income backgrounds to pursue their education at one of the world’s most prestigious universities. Through this initiative, UCL reaffirms its commitment to providing equal educational opportunities and promoting diversity and inclusivity within its academic community.
For more information and to apply, please visit the scholarship’s official website. www.https://www.ucl.ac.uk/
