In a bold move to empower the next generation of global change-makers, the University of Surrey has officially opened applications for its prestigious Vice Chancellor’s Future Leaders Award for the 2025–26 academic year. This thrilling opportunity is aimed at high-achieving international students who possess not only academic brilliance but also a deep sense of social responsibility and the potential to become impactful leaders in their communities and beyond.
What’s on Offer?
This highly competitive award grants a £7,500 tuition fee waiver to selected students entering full-time undergraduate or postgraduate degree programs at the University of Surrey. It’s more than just a scholarship — it’s a ticket to join a vibrant, future-focused academic environment that nurtures leadership and global impact.
The award is application-based, and decisions are made by a scholarship panel that carefully reviews academic excellence, predicted grades (if applicable), and your personal statement. Every detail counts, so applicants are encouraged to showcase their leadership journey, vision for the future, and social consciousness.
Who Can Apply?
This opportunity is exclusive to self-funded international students from a selected list of countries, including:
Algeria, Brazil, Bulgaria, Colombia, Chile, Ecuador, Egypt, Indonesia, Italy, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Mauritius, Mexico, Mongolia, Morocco, Myanmar, Nepal, Oman, Peru, Poland, Portugal, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, Vietnam, and Zimbabwe.
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Hold a valid offer to study a full-time bachelor’s (first-year entry) or master’s degree at the University of Surrey.
- Be self-funded and not in receipt of any other Surrey scholarship or alumni discount.
- Not be applying for the MSc Pharmaceutical Science program or be part of the Surrey International Study Centre (SISC).
- If applying through Clearing, have a minimum of ABB grades (or equivalent).
Why You Should Apply?
With global leadership more crucial than ever, this award does more than reduce tuition fees — it positions you as a future voice in solving global challenges. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability, healthcare, tech innovation, or education reform, this scholarship supports your dream of leading with purpose.
And remember — applications are reviewed monthly and allocated on a first come, first served basis. So the earlier you apply, the better your chances!
Application Deadlines
The last date to apply for the Vice Chancellor’s Future Leaders Award for the September 2025 intake at the University of Surrey is 31 July 2025.