Chevening Scholarships: requirements, benefits and deadline

Chevening Scholarships fund a one-year master’s degree at a UK university for future leaders from Chevening-eligible countries.

Country
United Kingdom
Level
One-year master’s
Funding
Fully funded
Next deadline
6 October 2026, 11:00 UTC

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What it covers

  • University tuition fees (for MBA programmes Chevening’s contribution is capped at £22,000)
  • A monthly living allowance; the rate depends on whether you study in or outside London
  • Economy return travel between your country and the UK
  • An arrival allowance, a departure allowance and a travel top-up allowance
  • The cost of your UK visa application, and up to £75 for a TB test if your visa requires one

Who can apply

  • Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country (refugees from an eligible country living in another eligible country can also apply); British and dual British citizens cannot apply
  • Have finished an undergraduate degree that qualifies you for a UK master’s, at least two years before the application deadline
  • Have at least two years (2,800 hours) of work experience gained after your undergraduate degree; paid, voluntary, part-time and internship work all count
  • Apply to three eligible one-year master’s courses in the UK and hold an unconditional offer by the offer deadline
  • Commit to returning to your home country for at least two years after the scholarship
  • Chevening itself has no English language requirement, but your UK university will

Key dates

Application deadline
6 October 2026, 11:00 UTC (for study starting in 2027)
Selection
Reading committees assess applications; British embassies and high commissions shortlist candidates and interview them
Interview documents
Upload ID, degree certificate and references at least 7 working days before your interview
University offer deadline
At least one unconditional UK university offer by 8 July 2027, 17:00 UK time

How to apply

  1. Check that your country is Chevening-eligible and that you meet the work experience rule.
  2. Choose three eligible one-year master’s courses at UK universities.
  3. Complete the online application on chevening.org before 6 October 2026, 11:00 UTC.
  4. If shortlisted, upload your documents and attend an interview at the British embassy or high commission.
  5. Secure an unconditional offer from one of your chosen universities by 8 July 2027.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the Chevening Scholarships cover?

University tuition fees (for MBA programmes Chevening’s contribution is capped at £22,000). A monthly living allowance; the rate depends on whether you study in or outside London. Economy return travel between your country and the UK. An arrival allowance, a departure allowance and a travel top-up allowance. The cost of your UK visa application, and up to £75 for a TB test if your visa requires one.

Who can apply for the Chevening Scholarships?

Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country (refugees from an eligible country living in another eligible country can also apply); British and dual British citizens cannot apply. Have finished an undergraduate degree that qualifies you for a UK master’s, at least two years before the application deadline. Have at least two years (2,800 hours) of work experience gained after your undergraduate degree; paid, voluntary, part-time and internship work all count. Apply to three eligible one-year master’s courses in the UK and hold an unconditional offer by the offer deadline. Commit to returning to your home country for at least two years after the scholarship. Chevening itself has no English language requirement, but your UK university will.

When is the Chevening Scholarships deadline?

6 October 2026, 11:00 UTC. Application deadline: 6 October 2026, 11:00 UTC (for study starting in 2027). Selection: Reading committees assess applications; British embassies and high commissions shortlist candidates and interview them. Interview documents: Upload ID, degree certificate and references at least 7 working days before your interview. University offer deadline: At least one unconditional UK university offer by 8 July 2027, 17:00 UK time.

How do I apply for the Chevening Scholarships?

Check that your country is Chevening-eligible and that you meet the work experience rule. Choose three eligible one-year master’s courses at UK universities. Complete the online application on chevening.org before 6 October 2026, 11:00 UTC. If shortlisted, upload your documents and attend an interview at the British embassy or high commission. Secure an unconditional offer from one of your chosen universities by 8 July 2027.

Sources: Chevening: What does a Chevening Scholarship cover? · Chevening: Eligibility criteria · Chevening: Application timeline (checked 26 September 2026)

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