University of Leicester International Summer Scholarships 2024

Are you looking for an enriching and dynamic summer educational experience abroad? The University of Leicester’s Centre for International Training and Education is thrilled to announce a fantastic opportunity that could be your gateway to an unforgettable summer.

An Overview of the Scholarships

For the upcoming 2024 summer session, the University of Leicester is offering two distinct scholarships:

• The Open Scholarship: This scholarship is available to all applicants, providing a fantastic opportunity for students from various backgrounds to participate in the programme.
• The Partner Scholarship: Exclusively reserved for partners of the University of Leicester, this scholarship underlines the university’s commitment to strengthening relationships with its global partners.

These scholarships aim to lower the financial barriers to international education, allowing students to engage with diverse cultures, ideas, and perspectives.

Important Conditions and Eligibility Criteria

Before applying, there are several key conditions and eligibility criteria to consider:

• Fee Waiver: The scholarship will be in the form of a fee waiver for a specific International Summer Programme. Applicants must ensure they have an offer for a University of Leicester International Summer Programme before submitting their scholarship application.
• Additional Costs: Scholarship recipients will be responsible for all other costs associated with attending the programme, including travel, subsistence, visas, and insurance.
• Course Specificity: The scholarship is valid only for the 2024 International Summer Programmes and cannot be transferred or deferred to other courses or academic years.
• Entry Requirements: Applicants must meet the entry requirements for the course they are applying for, and successful applicants will have their documents checked before receiving an invitation letter.
• Discretion and Finality: Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the University of Leicester, and the decisions of the judging panel are final.

Application Process: How to Apply?

The application process for these scholarships is straightforward but requires careful consideration. Interested candidates are asked to submit a 150-word personal statement written in English, detailing the following:

• Reasons why they should be awarded the scholarship.
• How they expect to benefit from attending their chosen International Summer Programme.
• Their anticipated contributions to the International Summer Programme.

You can submit your applications for University of Leicester International Summer programme Scholarships now.

Application Deadline

Applications should be emailed to [email protected] by the deadline on Thursday, 23 May 2024, 11:59 PM.