If studying at one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious universities has ever crossed your mind, this is your moment to act. The University of St Andrews has officially opened applications for its International Undergraduate Scholarship 2026, a financial lifeline designed to support outstanding international students who need financial assistance to begin their studies in Scotland. With applications open until January 2026, early action could secure you a reduced-tuition journey at one of the UK’s most respected academic institutions.
Scholarship Value & What Support You Receive?
This funding aims to lighten the financial load for talented students who require support to begin undergraduate studies in 2026. Each award is granted as an annual tuition-fee reduction for the full duration of the student’s degree.
What the scholarship offers:
- Annual tuition fee reduction for each academic year of your undergraduate program
- Renewable funding for the entire length of your degree
- Final value and total number of awards to be published by early December 2025
This funding is strictly needs-based, ensuring that students from financially challenged backgrounds are prioritized.
Who Can Apply — Eligibility Overview
This aid scheme is tailored for new international undergraduates entering St Andrews in 2026. Applicants must demonstrate financial need and meet specific background criteria.
You may qualify if you:
- Are classified as an Overseas fee-status student
- Will enter the first year of an undergraduate degree in 2026 (including direct entry into Year 2)
- Can demonstrate financial hardship through household income details
- Meet two or more of the following conditions:
- Evidence of financial need
- Prior receipt of needs-based funding
- Residence in a socio-economically disadvantaged area
- A physical, learning, or unseen disability
- Identification as part of a minority group.
Application Steps — How to Submit Your Scholarship Form?
Applying is very straightforward, but timing matters. Here’s the quick path:
- First submit your course application for a program starting in 2026.
- Wait two working days to receive login details to the My Application portal.
- Access the Scholarships and Funding Catalogue in the portal.
- Complete the International Undergraduate Scholarships application form with full financial details.
You do not need to wait for an admission offer before submitting your scholarship form. Both applications are assessed independently.
Important Dates & Deadline Information
The application period for the International Undergraduate Scholarship at the University of St Andrews opens on Monday 1 September 2025 and closes on Wednesday 28 January 2026. Applicants will be notified of results in the week beginning Monday 16 March 2026 via the “View my applications” section of the portal.