The Imperial Inspires Scholarship (MS) 2026 at Imperial College London provides large-scale financial support to outstanding international students applying for Postgraduate programs. The scholarship helps talented students access one of the world’s leading universities while receiving significant funding for tuition and living costs.
Imperial College London launched this programme to expand global access to education and support high-achieving students from diverse backgrounds.
About the Imperial Inspires Scholarship (MS)
The Imperial Inspires Scholarships support international students who apply for full-time postgraduate courses at Imperial College London.
For the 2027/28 intake, Imperial offers:
- At least 300 scholarships annually
- Awards across all four faculties: Engineering, Natural Sciences, Medicine, and Imperial Business School
The scholarship forms part of Imperial’s global access initiative and aims to support students based on academic excellence and potential.
Eligible applicants must receive an invitation after applying to Imperial, and selected candidates complete an additional assessment stage.
Why Choose The Imperial Inspires Scholarship (MS)?
This scholarship allows high-achieving international students to study at a world-leading institution with strong financial backing.
At Imperial College London, students gain:
- Access to cutting-edge research and teaching facilities
- A global academic environment with students from over 150 countries
- Strong industry connections across science, engineering, medicine, and business
The programme also promotes diversity and ensures that talent—not financial background—determines access to education.
Imperial Inspires Scholarship (MS) Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host University: Imperial College London
- Scholarship Name: Imperial Inspires Scholarships
- Study Level: Postgraduate
- Funding Type: Partially funded
- Award Value: £15,000 per year for each year of study
- Number of Awards: At least 300 scholarships annually
- Eligible Applicants: International (Overseas fee-paying) students
- Application Method: Invitation after UCAS/My Imperial application
- Applications Open: September 2026
- Selection Basis: Academic excellence and additional essay assessment
Scholarship Benefits
The Imperial Inspires Scholarships provide:
- Annual funding of £15,000 per year
- Financial support for both tuition fees and living costs
- Access to a globally prestigious university
- Opportunity to join a diverse international academic community
- Long-term academic and professional development opportunities
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be an international student paying overseas tuition fees
- Apply for a full-time Postgraduate course
- Enrol in one of the following faculties:
- Engineering
- Natural Sciences
- Medicine
- Imperial Business School
- Meet academic entry requirements for their chosen course
- Receive an invitation after submitting their Imperial application
- Complete an additional scholarship essay (if shortlisted)
Required Documents
Applicants must provide:
- UCAS or Imperial application form
- Academic transcripts or predicted grades
- Personal statement
- Scholarship essay (if invited)
- Reference letter(s)
- Any additional documents requested by Imperial College London
Application Process & Timeline
Follow these steps:
- Apply for an eligible Postgraduate course at Imperial College London.
- Submit your application via UCAS or My Imperial.
- Wait for eligibility screening by the university.
- Receive an invitation to apply for the scholarship (if shortlisted).
- Complete the additional essay question.
- The selection panel reviews academic performance and essay responses.
- Successful candidates receive scholarship confirmation.
