The UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship 2026 supports talented international students from low‑income backgrounds who plan to pursue a full‑time Bachelor’s degree at University College London (UCL) in the United Kingdom. The scholarship alleviates financial barriers by covering tuition fees and, for some awards, providing a maintenance allowance and fixed cost support, enabling students to focus fully on their undergraduate studies in London.
About the UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship
UCL offers the Global Undergraduate Scholarship to enable and encourage overseas applicants with financial need to study at one of the UK’s leading research universities. For the 2026/27 academic year, UCL will award up to 33 scholarships. These include awards that cover full tuition fees plus living and additional costs, as well as awards that cover full tuition only. Applicants must apply for UCL admission and be eligible to pay the overseas fee rate to be considered.
Why Choose The UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship?
- Receive full tuition coverage for your undergraduate degree at a world‑class university.
- Potentially secure a maintenance allowance and fixed cost support (e.g., visa/immigration fees).
- Study any full‑time undergraduate programme offered at UCL.
- Join a diverse international community in London’s vibrant academic environment.
- Strengthen your academic profile with global exposure and networking opportunities.
UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship Summary
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Host Institution: University College London (UCL), London, UK
- Scholarship Name: UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship
- Study Level: Bachelor’s (Undergraduate)
- Coverage:
- 10 awards covering full tuition fees, a maintenance allowance, and a fixed cost support
- 20 awards covering full tuition fees only
- 3 awards covering full tuition fees for students from India
- Application Deadline: 5:00 pm BST, Monday 27 April 2026
- Programme Start: September/Autumn 2026
- Eligible Applicants: International students eligible for overseas fees and from low‑income backgrounds who have applied to a full‑time undergraduate degree at UCL
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fee coverage for the standard duration of your undergraduate degree.
- Maintenance allowance and fixed cost support for select awards (e.g., immigration health surcharge and visa fees).
- Support specifically for students from India among full‑tuition awards.
- Opportunity to attend a highly ranked global university with a strong academic reputation.
Eligibility Criteria
You must meet all of the following:
- Be an international applicant (citizen of a country outside the UK).
- Be eligible to pay the overseas tuition fee rate at UCL.
- Come from a low‑income background as defined by UCL’s criteria.
- Have submitted an admissions application for a full‑time undergraduate degree at UCL for 2026/27 by the scholarship deadline.
- Maintain accurate financial details; shortlisted candidates may be asked for financial evidence.
Required Documents
You should prepare and submit:
- Completed UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship application via the student funding portal (accessed through UCL’s online system).
- Evidence of household income and financial situation (bank statements, income certificates) if shortlisted.
- Admissions application confirmation or fee status verification from UCL.
- Any additional documents requested by the UCL Student Funding Office during assessment.
Application Process & Timeline
- Apply for admission to your chosen full‑time undergraduate degree at UCL for 2026/27 well before the scholarship deadline.
- Once your fee status is confirmed, access the UCL funding portal to complete the scholarship application.
- Submit the UCL Global Undergraduate Scholarship application by 27 April 2026.
- If shortlisted, provide financial evidence as requested (typically around mid‑May).
- Receive scholarship decisions (typically by early June 2026).
- Accept your scholarship and admission offer and prepare for study in London, including visa and travel arrangements.
