IMPERIAL COLLEGE OF LONDON
Scholarship
SCHOLARSHIPS
Undergraduate Scholarships at Imperial College
London (2024–2025)
- Imperial Bursary (UK Students Only)
Eligibility:
- Must be a UK national or shall have 'Home' fee status.
- Must be a first-time undergraduate.
- Household income must be below £70,000 (as assessed by
Student Finance).
Award/Stipend:
- Up to £5,000 per academic year (amount depends on
income level).
- Non-repayable.
- Paid in three installments across the academic year.
- President’s Undergraduate Scholarship (All Students)
Eligibility:
- Open to both UK and international applicants.
- Awarded automatically to those applicants who demonstrates exceptional academic performance and potential.
- Must apply for an undergraduate course via UCAS.
Award/Stipend:
- £1,000 for the first year of study only.
- No application required — awarded based on UCAS
application.
- Departmental Scholarships (UK & International)
Eligibility:
- Varies by department (e.g., Faculty of Engineering,
Natural Sciences).
- Typically based on academic excellence or financial
need.
- Often specific to a particular subject or project.
Award/Stipend:
- Amount varies (typically £1,000 to £5,000/year).
- May include support for tuition or living expenses.
- The Sanctuary Scholarship (for Asylum Seekers &
Refugees)
Eligibility:
- Open to asylum seekers or those with humanitarian
protection.
- Must be unable to access student finance.
- Must have an offer for a full-time undergraduate course
at Imperial.
Award/Stipend:
- Full tuition fee waiver.
- £12,322/year maintenance stipend.
- External Scholarships (UK & International)
Examples:
- The Royal Society of Chemistry Undergraduate Scholarship
(for Chemistry students).
- The Cowrie Foundation Scholarship (Black
African/Caribbean heritage, UK students).
- Various scholarships offered by home governments or
international organizations.
???? Notes:
- Most scholarships are awarded on basis of academic
excellence or financial need.
- Students are encouraged to explore the College-specific and the department-specific awards.
- Application procedures and deadlines vary — some
scholarships are automatic, others require a separate application.
Graduate
Scholarships:
???? Graduate Scholarships at Imperial College London
(2024–2025)
- Imperial President’s PhD Scholarships (Home &
International)
Eligibility:
- Open to UK and international applicants.
- Must have (or be expecting) a First Class or equivalent
undergraduate or integrated master’s degree.
- Applicants with a standalone Master's degree must have
achieved distinction.
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- £25,150/year tax-free stipend for living costs (for up
to 3.5 years)
- Up to £2,000/year for consumables (research expenses)
- No separate application needed if applying before the
funding deadline.
- Imperial College PhD Scholarships (Departmental – Home
& International)
Eligibility:
- Open to all nationalities.
- Academic excellence (typically First Class or
equivalent degree).
- Admission to a PhD programme at Imperial in relevant
departments (e.g. Engineering, Medicine, Natural Sciences).
Stipend & Benefits:
- Tuition fee coverage (Home or Overseas rate)
- Annual stipend of approx. £21,000–£25,000 (varies by
department and funding source)
- Additional travel or research grants in some cases.
- Imperial Marshall Scholarships (For US Nationals)
Eligibility:
- US citizens only.
- GPA of 3.7 or higher.
- Must apply within two years of graduating from a US
college or university.
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- Living allowance (approx. £1,300/month)
- Travel expenses and research support
- Covers 1 or 2 years of study at Imperial for a taught
or research-based Master’s.
- Commonwealth Scholarships (For Developing Commonwealth
Nations)
Eligibility:
- Must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country (excluding
the UK).
- Strong academic record and financial need.
- Applying for a Master’s or PhD at Imperial.
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Monthly stipend (~£1,347–£1,652)
- Airfare and thesis/research grants
- DeepMind Scholarship (For MSc in AI or
Computing-related subjects)
Eligibility:
- Open to UK and international students.
- Underrepresented groups in AI and computer science
(e.g., women, Black and minority ethnic students).
- Must have offer for specific MSc programmes at
Imperial.
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- £21,000 stipend
- Funding for equipment, travel, and professional
development
- GREAT Scholarships (For Select Countries)
Eligibility:
- Open to students from eligible countries (India, China,
Nigeria, Pakistan, etc.)
- Applying to eligible one-year taught Master’s
programmes.
Stipend & Benefits:
- £10,000 towards tuition fees
- EPSRC, MRC, BBSRC & UKRI-Funded Studentships
(Primarily for PhD)
Eligibility:
- UK/EU nationals (limited international quota via UKRI
rules)
- Strong academic performance
- Admitted to a doctoral training centre or programme
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- Tax-free stipend of £18,622–£21,000/year (may vary)
- Departmental & Faculty Scholarships (All
Nationalities)
- Many departments offer fully or partially funded MSc
and PhD scholarships.
- Criteria, coverage, and amounts vary.
- Some are specific to research themes or linked with
external partners (e.g. CDT in AI for Healthcare, Imperial Business School
scholarships, etc.)
- Most scholarships require early application (usually by
December–February for October entry).
- Competition is intense; applicants should have
outstanding academic records and research proposals (for PhDs).
- Some scholarships (like the President’s PhD) are
centrally administered, while others are department-specific.
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Eligibility criteria
Eligibility Criteria for Undergraduates:
For UK (Home) Students:
- Must have UK nationality or
settled/pre-settled status and meet residency requirements.
- Must apply via UCAS (Universities
and Colleges Admissions Service).
- Typically required qualifications:
- A-levels with grades ranging from
AAA
to AAA, depending on the course.
- Some departments require specific
subject combinations (e.g., Maths and Physics for Engineering).
- Acceptable alternatives include:
- Scottish Highers and Advanced
Highers
- Cambridge Pre-U
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
with scores between 38–42 points
For International Students:
- Must hold an equivalent secondary
school qualification:
- IB Diploma (38–42 points)
- Indian Standard XII (90%+ from
CBSE/ISC)
- US High School Diploma with AP
exams (5s in relevant subjects)
- Chinese Gaokao (high scores with
specific requirements)
- Malaysian STPM, Singapore
A-Levels, European Baccalaureate, etc.
- Must apply via UCAS.
- Subject prerequisites must be met
depending on the course.
2. Required
Documents (both UK and International)
- UCAS application form
- Personal statement
- Predicted or actual academic
transcripts
- Reference letter (usually from a
teacher or counselor)
- English language test results (for
international students, unless taught in English)
- Passport (for international
applicants)
3. English
Language Requirements
Required for all students
who have not studied in an English-speaking country:
- IELTS Academic: typically 6.5 to
7.0 overall, with no less than 6.0–6.5 in each section
- TOEFL iBT: 92–100+
- Accepted alternatives: Duolingo,
Cambridge English, Pearson PTE Academic
4. Tuition Fees
|
Student Type |
Tuition Fee (Per Year) |
|
UK/Home Students |
£9,250 |
|
International |
£37,900 – £46,650 depending on program |
- Medicine is on the higher end
(~£46,650 per year).
- Engineering, Computing, and Science
degrees are typically ~£39,100/year.
- Business School (e.g., Economics,
Finance & Data Science): ~£39,000/year.
???? Note:
- Fees are subject to annual change.
- International students must also budget ~£15,000–£20,000/year for living costs in London.
Graduate Eligibility Criteria:
For UK (Home) Students:
- Must hold a UK Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2:1
(upper second-class honours) in a relevant field.
- Some courses may consider a 2:2 with strong
professional experience or a relevant postgraduate qualification.
- Applicants should meet course-specific subject and
grade requirements (e.g., engineering, business, medicine, etc.).
For International Students:
- Must hold a recognized international undergraduate
degree equivalent to a UK 2:1. Examples of accepted qualifications:
- India: Bachelor’s (Honours)
degree with 65–75% depending on the institution
- USA: 4-year bachelor’s degree
with GPA of 3.3+
- China: Bachelor’s degree from
a Project 211/985 university with 80–85%+
- Europe: Bologna-compliant
degree with good performance (typically grade B+ or higher)
- Some programs require professional/work experience or
portfolios (e.g., MBA, Design Engineering).
2. Documents Required
All students (UK &
international) must typically submit:
- Online application form (via Imperial Application
Portal)
- Academic transcripts (in English, certified copies)
- Degree certificate(s)
- Personal statement or statement of purpose
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Résumé
- Two academic/professional references
- English language test score (if applicable)
- Passport copy (for international applicants)
- Research proposal (for MRes or research-focused MScs)
3. English Language Requirements
Rquired for students whose education
was not in English or from non-English speaking countries:
Minimum accepted scores (varies by
course):
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 – 7.0 overall ( minimum 6.0 –
6.5 in each band)
- TOEFL iBT: 92 – 100+
- Duolingo: 115 – 125+
- Cambridge English Advanced or Proficiency
- PTE Academic: 62 – 69+
4. Tuition Fees (2024–25)
Fees vary by program and department.
|
Program
Area |
UK
(Home) Students |
International
Students |
|
Engineering / Science MSc |
£14,000 – £20,500 |
£28,000 – £40,000 |
|
Medicine / Biomedical MSc |
£14,000 – £19,000 |
£30,000 – £42,000 |
|
Computing MSc |
£17,600 |
£40,900 |
|
Business School (Finance,
Analytics MSc) |
£34,400 – £37,600 |
£37,600 – £42,600 |
|
Full-time MBA |
~£40,800 |
~£61,500 |
???? Note:
- Living costs in London can be estimated at £15,000–£20,000
per year.
- Some lab-based or clinical courses may have additional
costs.
- International students must pay a deposit upon accepting an offer.
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SCHOLARSHIPS
Undergraduate Scholarships at Imperial College
London (2024–2025)
- Imperial Bursary (UK Students Only)
Eligibility:
- Must be a UK national or shall have 'Home' fee status.
- Must be a first-time undergraduate.
- Household income must be below £70,000 (as assessed by
Student Finance).
Award/Stipend:
- Up to £5,000 per academic year (amount depends on
income level).
- Non-repayable.
- Paid in three installments across the academic year.
- President’s Undergraduate Scholarship (All Students)
Eligibility:
- Open to both UK and international applicants.
- Awarded automatically to those applicants who demonstrates exceptional academic performance and potential.
- Must apply for an undergraduate course via UCAS.
Award/Stipend:
- £1,000 for the first year of study only.
- No application required — awarded based on UCAS
application.
- Departmental Scholarships (UK & International)
Eligibility:
- Varies by department (e.g., Faculty of Engineering,
Natural Sciences).
- Typically based on academic excellence or financial
need.
- Often specific to a particular subject or project.
Award/Stipend:
- Amount varies (typically £1,000 to £5,000/year).
- May include support for tuition or living expenses.
- The Sanctuary Scholarship (for Asylum Seekers &
Refugees)
Eligibility:
- Open to asylum seekers or those with humanitarian
protection.
- Must be unable to access student finance.
- Must have an offer for a full-time undergraduate course
at Imperial.
Award/Stipend:
- Full tuition fee waiver.
- £12,322/year maintenance stipend.
- External Scholarships (UK & International)
Examples:
- The Royal Society of Chemistry Undergraduate Scholarship
(for Chemistry students).
- The Cowrie Foundation Scholarship (Black
African/Caribbean heritage, UK students).
- Various scholarships offered by home governments or
international organizations.
???? Notes:
- Most scholarships are awarded on basis of academic
excellence or financial need.
- Students are encouraged to explore the College-specific and the department-specific awards.
- Application procedures and deadlines vary — some
scholarships are automatic, others require a separate application.
Graduate
Scholarships:
???? Graduate Scholarships at Imperial College London
(2024–2025)
- Imperial President’s PhD Scholarships (Home &
International)
Eligibility:
- Open to UK and international applicants.
- Must have (or be expecting) a First Class or equivalent
undergraduate or integrated master’s degree.
- Applicants with a standalone Master's degree must have
achieved distinction.
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- £25,150/year tax-free stipend for living costs (for up
to 3.5 years)
- Up to £2,000/year for consumables (research expenses)
- No separate application needed if applying before the
funding deadline.
- Imperial College PhD Scholarships (Departmental – Home
& International)
Eligibility:
- Open to all nationalities.
- Academic excellence (typically First Class or
equivalent degree).
- Admission to a PhD programme at Imperial in relevant
departments (e.g. Engineering, Medicine, Natural Sciences).
Stipend & Benefits:
- Tuition fee coverage (Home or Overseas rate)
- Annual stipend of approx. £21,000–£25,000 (varies by
department and funding source)
- Additional travel or research grants in some cases.
- Imperial Marshall Scholarships (For US Nationals)
Eligibility:
- US citizens only.
- GPA of 3.7 or higher.
- Must apply within two years of graduating from a US
college or university.
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- Living allowance (approx. £1,300/month)
- Travel expenses and research support
- Covers 1 or 2 years of study at Imperial for a taught
or research-based Master’s.
- Commonwealth Scholarships (For Developing Commonwealth
Nations)
Eligibility:
- Must be a citizen of a Commonwealth country (excluding
the UK).
- Strong academic record and financial need.
- Applying for a Master’s or PhD at Imperial.
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fee waiver
- Monthly stipend (~£1,347–£1,652)
- Airfare and thesis/research grants
- DeepMind Scholarship (For MSc in AI or
Computing-related subjects)
Eligibility:
- Open to UK and international students.
- Underrepresented groups in AI and computer science
(e.g., women, Black and minority ethnic students).
- Must have offer for specific MSc programmes at
Imperial.
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- £21,000 stipend
- Funding for equipment, travel, and professional
development
- GREAT Scholarships (For Select Countries)
Eligibility:
- Open to students from eligible countries (India, China,
Nigeria, Pakistan, etc.)
- Applying to eligible one-year taught Master’s
programmes.
Stipend & Benefits:
- £10,000 towards tuition fees
- EPSRC, MRC, BBSRC & UKRI-Funded Studentships
(Primarily for PhD)
Eligibility:
- UK/EU nationals (limited international quota via UKRI
rules)
- Strong academic performance
- Admitted to a doctoral training centre or programme
Stipend & Benefits:
- Full tuition fees
- Tax-free stipend of £18,622–£21,000/year (may vary)
- Departmental & Faculty Scholarships (All
Nationalities)
- Many departments offer fully or partially funded MSc
and PhD scholarships.
- Criteria, coverage, and amounts vary.
- Some are specific to research themes or linked with
external partners (e.g. CDT in AI for Healthcare, Imperial Business School
scholarships, etc.)
- Most scholarships require early application (usually by
December–February for October entry).
- Competition is intense; applicants should have
outstanding academic records and research proposals (for PhDs).
- Some scholarships (like the President’s PhD) are
centrally administered, while others are department-specific.
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Eligibility Criteria for Undergraduates:
For UK (Home) Students:
- Must have UK nationality or
settled/pre-settled status and meet residency requirements.
- Must apply via UCAS (Universities
and Colleges Admissions Service).
- Typically required qualifications:
- A-levels with grades ranging from
AAA
to AAA, depending on the course.
- Some departments require specific
subject combinations (e.g., Maths and Physics for Engineering).
- Acceptable alternatives include:
- Scottish Highers and Advanced
Highers
- Cambridge Pre-U
- International Baccalaureate (IB)
with scores between 38–42 points
For International Students:
- Must hold an equivalent secondary
school qualification:
- IB Diploma (38–42 points)
- Indian Standard XII (90%+ from
CBSE/ISC)
- US High School Diploma with AP
exams (5s in relevant subjects)
- Chinese Gaokao (high scores with
specific requirements)
- Malaysian STPM, Singapore
A-Levels, European Baccalaureate, etc.
- Must apply via UCAS.
- Subject prerequisites must be met
depending on the course.
2. Required
Documents (both UK and International)
- UCAS application form
- Personal statement
- Predicted or actual academic
transcripts
- Reference letter (usually from a
teacher or counselor)
- English language test results (for
international students, unless taught in English)
- Passport (for international
applicants)
3. English
Language Requirements
Required for all students
who have not studied in an English-speaking country:
- IELTS Academic: typically 6.5 to
7.0 overall, with no less than 6.0–6.5 in each section
- TOEFL iBT: 92–100+
- Accepted alternatives: Duolingo,
Cambridge English, Pearson PTE Academic
4. Tuition Fees
|
Student Type |
Tuition Fee (Per Year) |
|
UK/Home Students |
£9,250 |
|
International |
£37,900 – £46,650 depending on program |
- Medicine is on the higher end
(~£46,650 per year).
- Engineering, Computing, and Science
degrees are typically ~£39,100/year.
- Business School (e.g., Economics,
Finance & Data Science): ~£39,000/year.
???? Note:
- Fees are subject to annual change.
- International students must also budget ~£15,000–£20,000/year for living costs in London.
Graduate Eligibility Criteria:
For UK (Home) Students:
- Must hold a UK Bachelor’s degree with at least a 2:1
(upper second-class honours) in a relevant field.
- Some courses may consider a 2:2 with strong
professional experience or a relevant postgraduate qualification.
- Applicants should meet course-specific subject and
grade requirements (e.g., engineering, business, medicine, etc.).
For International Students:
- Must hold a recognized international undergraduate
degree equivalent to a UK 2:1. Examples of accepted qualifications:
- India: Bachelor’s (Honours)
degree with 65–75% depending on the institution
- USA: 4-year bachelor’s degree
with GPA of 3.3+
- China: Bachelor’s degree from
a Project 211/985 university with 80–85%+
- Europe: Bologna-compliant
degree with good performance (typically grade B+ or higher)
- Some programs require professional/work experience or
portfolios (e.g., MBA, Design Engineering).
2. Documents Required
All students (UK &
international) must typically submit:
- Online application form (via Imperial Application
Portal)
- Academic transcripts (in English, certified copies)
- Degree certificate(s)
- Personal statement or statement of purpose
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Résumé
- Two academic/professional references
- English language test score (if applicable)
- Passport copy (for international applicants)
- Research proposal (for MRes or research-focused MScs)
3. English Language Requirements
Rquired for students whose education
was not in English or from non-English speaking countries:
Minimum accepted scores (varies by
course):
- IELTS Academic: 6.5 – 7.0 overall ( minimum 6.0 –
6.5 in each band)
- TOEFL iBT: 92 – 100+
- Duolingo: 115 – 125+
- Cambridge English Advanced or Proficiency
- PTE Academic: 62 – 69+
4. Tuition Fees (2024–25)
Fees vary by program and department.
|
Program
Area |
UK
(Home) Students |
International
Students |
|
Engineering / Science MSc |
£14,000 – £20,500 |
£28,000 – £40,000 |
|
Medicine / Biomedical MSc |
£14,000 – £19,000 |
£30,000 – £42,000 |
|
Computing MSc |
£17,600 |
£40,900 |
|
Business School (Finance,
Analytics MSc) |
£34,400 – £37,600 |
£37,600 – £42,600 |
|
Full-time MBA |
~£40,800 |
~£61,500 |
???? Note:
- Living costs in London can be estimated at £15,000–£20,000
per year.
- Some lab-based or clinical courses may have additional
costs.
- International students must pay a deposit upon accepting an offer.