University of St Andrews International Undergraduate Scholarship 2027 – Tuition Fee Reduction

Scholarship Description

The University of St Andrews International Undergraduate Scholarship is a prestigious tuition fee reduction award offered to outstanding international students with overseas fee status who wish to pursue an undergraduate degree at one of the UK's oldest and most renowned universities. St Andrews, founded in 1413, is consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK and is known for its academic excellence, historic charm, and vibrant international community.

This entrant scholarship is designed to support students who demonstrate genuine financial need, helping to make a St Andrews education more accessible. The scholarship is awarded as a tuition fee reduction for each year of the student's undergraduate studies, providing sustained financial support throughout the degree programme. The University encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those who have previously received needs-based funding, come from socio-economically disadvantaged areas, have a disability, or are part of a minority group.

Scholarship Location

The scholarship is tenable at the University of St Andrews in St Andrews, Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom. St Andrews is a historic coastal town known as the "Home of Golf" and offers a unique student experience with a strong sense of community.

Scholarship Deadline

The application period for the 2027 intake opens on Monday 17 August 2026 and closes on Wednesday 27 January 2027. Notification of outcomes will be sent during the week commencing Wednesday 17 March 2027.

Host Institution

The University of St Andrews – founded in 1413, it is the oldest university in Scotland and the third oldest in the English-speaking world. St Andrews is a world-class institution consistently ranked among the top universities in the UK, renowned for its research excellence, teaching quality, and unique student experience.

Level and Fields of Study

Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor's degree) — available to students entering their first year of an undergraduate degree.

Fields: The scholarship is available to students in the following Schools and Departments:

• Art History, Biology, Chemistry, Classics, Computer Science
• Divinity, Earth and Environmental Sciences, English, Film Studies
• Geography and Sustainable Development, History, International Relations
• Mathematics and Statistics, Medicine, Modern Languages
• Philosophy, Physics and Astronomy, Psychology and Neuroscience
• Social Anthropology, Business School

Excluded: BA International Honours joint courses with William & Mary (alternative funding available).

Target Group

Students with overseas fee status who will be studying at St Andrews for an undergraduate degree beginning in 2027. The scholarship is aimed at students who demonstrate genuine financial need and meet one or more of the following criteria:

• A case for financial need
• Previously received needs-based funding
• Come from a neighbourhood classed as a socio-economically disadvantaged area
• Have a physical, unseen, or learning disability
• Be part of a minority group

Scholarship Duration & Amount

Amount: The value of the award will be confirmed by December 2026. The scholarship is awarded as a tuition fee reduction.

Duration: The award is paid annually for the full duration of the student's undergraduate programme.

Additional benefits:

• Scholarship applicants are automatically considered for any other International Undergraduate Scholarships for which they are eligible.
• You only need to apply once — the single application covers all scholarships under the International Undergraduate Scholarships collection.

Scholarship Eligibility

Essential criteria:

• Fee status: Must have Overseas fee status.
• Level: Available to students studying at Undergraduate level.
• Entry: Must be entering their first year of an undergraduate degree (this includes direct entry into year two of the course, but does not include students transferring from another institution).
• Financial need: Must be able to demonstrate a case for financial need. Applicants will be required to enter their gross annual household income in GBP, along with an exchange rate if required.
• Course: Available to students in all subjects excluding BA International Honours joint courses with William & Mary.
• Mode of study: Full time or part time (daytime).

Additional criteria (encouraged to highlight if applicable):

• Previously received needs-based funding
• Come from a socio-economically disadvantaged area
• Have a physical, unseen, or learning disability
• Be part of a minority group

Application Procedure

1. Apply for your course – Submit your application for an undergraduate place at the University of St Andrews through the normal admissions process (UCAS or direct application, as applicable).
2. Wait for access to the scholarship form – You will be able to access the scholarship application form two working days after submitting your application to study at St Andrews. You do not need to wait until you have received an offer of a place before applying for the scholarship.
3. Complete the scholarship application – Apply through the University of St Andrews International Undergraduate Scholarships application form. You will be asked to describe your academic achievements, life experiences, and personal circumstances.
4. Provide financial information – You will be required to enter your gross annual household income in GBP, along with an exchange rate if required. Please visit the "Complete the financial funding tool" webpage for guidance on calculating household income.
5. Submit by the deadline – Ensure your application is submitted by Wednesday 27 January 2027.
6. Notification – Results will be communicated during the week commencing Wednesday 17 March 2027.

Important notes: Applying for funding in no way impedes your course application decision — your course and funding applications are not linked. You can only apply once for the International Undergraduate Scholarships. If further scholarships become available after you have applied, you will automatically be considered for all scholarships for which you are eligible, without having to apply again.

Official Website & Application Links

University of St Andrews – International Undergraduate Scholarship

University of St Andrews Scholarships Catalogue: Browse all scholarships

Financial Funding Tool: Calculate your household income