Location: UK
The University of Manchester Humanitarian Undergraduate Scholarships provide financial support to students from refugee, asylum-seeking, or forced migration backgrounds, ensuring they have access to quality higher education despite financial and social challenges. This scholarship covers full tuition fees and includes an annual living stipend to support accommodation, food, and other essential expenses. Additionally, recipients benefit from mentoring, career guidance, and university resources to help them succeed academically and professionally. By offering this scholarship, the University of Manchester reinforces its commitment to social responsibility and inclusivity, empowering talented students to achieve their academic and career aspirations.
To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Be at significant risk due to armed conflict or have been displaced from their home country within the past three years.
Lack access to or be unable to complete an undergraduate degree.
Have never studied at any level in the UK or EU.
Have applied for a full-time undergraduate program starting in September 2025.
Demonstrate a strong commitment to and understanding of their chosen course.
Possess an excellent academic record.
Note: Applications from individuals currently residing in the UK or EU are not eligible.
Step 1: Apply for Academic Admission
Submit a UCAS application for a full-time undergraduate course starting in September 2025. Applications open on 3 September 2024.
Meet the University’s general entry requirements and English language proficiency criteria. Country-specific qualifications can be checked on the University’s international admissions page.
Step 2: Apply for the Scholarship
Complete a separate scholarship application form available online from 3 February 2025.
The deadline for submission is 31 March 2025 (5 pm GMT).
Include your University of Manchester ID number in the application.
Upon submission, an automatic acknowledgment will be sent.
Financial Coverage: Full tuition fees, living expenses, and visa costs.
Key Dates to Remember
Academic Applications Open: 3 September 2024
Scholarship Applications Open: 3 February 2025
Scholarship Application Deadline: 31 March 2025 (5 pm GMT)
Selection Panel Review: April 2025
Results Notification: By 30 May 2025
Course Start Date: September 2025
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