About
The University of St Andrews is Scotland's first university, founded in 1413, and is Scotland's top university. It is a research-intensive university that competes internationally, offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and online programs across multiple disciplines. St Andrews is known for its strong research facilities, cutting-edge resources, and close-knit academic community, consistently ranking among the top universities in the UK.
Funding Opportunities
Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award
The Zonta Women in Business Leadership Award acknowledges and celebrates women who demonstrate exceptional leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, ethical conduct and make significant contributions to their respective industries while addressing global or local issues affecting women and girls or climate justice. Zonta International offers 10 international awards of US$10,000 each and a complimentary one-year supporting membership in Zonta International for the next financial year. This award is available to students studying business or business-related degrees at the postgraduate level, and is open to both prospective and current students with no geographical restrictions.
World-Leading Scholarship in Computer Science and Psychology
The University of St Andrews is pleased to offer a full scholarship funded by St Leonard's Postgraduate College to support an exceptional student undertaking doctoral research in the project 'From moving to meaning: Smarter tools for studying animal behaviour'. This scholarship supports doctoral research that develops AI-powered tools to analyze animal behavior by integrating pose detection with video and sound analysis. The research involves collaboration between the Schools of Computer Science and Psychology and Neuroscience, focusing on teaching computers to read pose, video, and sound together to determine behavior, reveal sensory inputs that drive action, and identify subtle signs of disease. The scholarship provides comprehensive support including full tuition fees and an annual stipend (£19,775 for 2026-2027) for up to 3.5 years full-time or 7.0 years part-time. Students will join St Andrews' vibrant postgraduate community and benefit from the University's research excellence, with over 88% of research rated as world-leading or internationally excellent.
World-Leading Scholarship in Computer Science and Modern Languages
The University of St Andrews offers a full scholarship funded by St Leonard's Postgraduate College to support an exceptional student undertaking doctoral research on 'Designing Techno-Cultural Ecologies: Prototyping Critical and Creative Interactions with Biodiversity.' This interdisciplinary PhD project investigates how digital technologies can be reconfigured to explore new frameworks for engaging with biodiversity, integrating environmental humanities, design research, and digital fabrication to prototype new forms of technological engagement. The research centres on the herbarium at the St Andrews Botanic Garden, aiming to reactivate it as a 'techno-cultural ecology' where biological archives, digital systems, and human perception intersect to produce new forms of understanding. The scholarship provides full tuition fee coverage and an annual stipend (£19,775 for 2025-2026) for up to 3.5 years full-time or 7 years part-time. Doctoral students at St Andrews benefit from being part of a vibrant postgraduate community at one of the world's leading research-intensive universities, with access to comprehensive training through the GRADskills programme and support from St Leonard's Postgraduate College and the University's Careers Centre.
The Rector's Fund
The Rector's Fund provides financial support to students who face barriers in accessing valuable employability and development opportunities. Whether you're pursuing internships, attending career-related events, or engaging in activities that enhance your future prospects, this fund is here to help reduce financial obstacles and ensure equal access for all. Applications are open to students who can demonstrate how the funding will support their career journey and personal development. The fund is made possible thanks to the generosity of HPM Consultants Ltd and The Lucky Club. Individual awards provide a minimum of £500 towards summer internship projects, awarded as a one-off payment in Semester 2. Scholarships are awarded primarily on the basis of financial need, with academic merit also considered. Applicants must be matriculated 3rd-year undergraduate students who have already accepted an internship offer at the time of application.
Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre (SAIC) MSc Scholarship
The SAIC scholarship enables students to study sustainable development while gaining exposure to the aquaculture sector, innovation challenges, and how SAIC is driving solutions. Recipients have the opportunity to develop their dissertation or end of year project on a topic relevant to the aquaculture sector. Students pursuing practical topics will have the opportunity to gain insight from individuals who work in the sector and are part of SAIC's 300+ consortium member organizations. The scholarship is specifically designed for Scottish residents pursuing the MSc in Sustainable Development at the University of St Andrews. The program provides a unique opportunity to work on projects developed in partnership with industry members from the Sustainable Aquaculture Innovation Centre consortium. Recipients are entitled and encouraged to attend Masters' training and networking events organized by SAIC, providing valuable professional development opportunities in the growing aquaculture sector.
St Andrews Access Award
The St Andrews Access Award was established to provide financial assistance with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. Depending on household income, eligible students could receive a non-repayable guaranteed award for the duration of their undergraduate course. The Access Awards are based on financial need, with students demonstrating below-average household income and a need for funding. Applicants with a household income less than £34,000 can apply once to be considered for various awards, including a monthly maintenance allowance, a contribution towards university or private accommodation, and a sports membership discount. Scholarship applications are particularly welcome from widening participation applicants including those living in SIMD decile 1-4 areas, care experienced students, estranged students, asylum seekers or refugees, and young carers. The award values vary based on household income, with care experienced students receiving the highest guaranteed award of £4,915 annually. The Access Award is paid annually for the duration of the undergraduate programme and may be funded from University, donor or external sources, including Wardlaw Scholarships and The Robertson Trust Scholarship.
Snowdon Trust Masters Scholarship
The Snowdon Trust Masters Scholarship has been designed to identify and accelerate exceptional disabled students through higher education, creating the influencers of the future. The scholarship is open to national and international disabled students who have the qualities needed to create change. The Snowdon Trust are looking for applicants who can communicate their aspiration to become an exceptional leader, a role model, or a pioneer in their area of expertise. This scholarship is available to prospective students at the University of St Andrews pursuing postgraduate (Masters) degrees across a wide range of academic disciplines including sciences, humanities, social sciences, and professional fields.
Sheana and Pierre Rollin Postgraduate Masters Scholarship (UK)
The Sheana and Pierre Rollin Postgraduate Masters Scholarship provides one award of at least £5,000 per annum to assist a postgraduate student undertaking a one-year Masters course in the Faculty of Arts at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship has been made possible by a bequest from Mme Rollin, MA (Hons) French & German, 1940, in honour and memory of her late husband, Pierre Rollin. The award is paid towards tuition fees first and is available for one year only. The scholarship is available to UK students (Scotland home and Rest of UK fee status) studying full-time or part-time in various Arts disciplines including Art History, Classics, English, Film Studies, History, International Relations, Modern Languages, Philosophy, Social Anthropology, and the Business School. Eligible programmes include one-year taught Masters programmes (MLitt, MRes, MPP), one-year Masters research programmes (MSt (Res)), and the first year of two-year Masters research programmes with a taught element (MPhil (taught), MFA). The scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit and requires applicants to provide academic and personal references along with transcripts.
St Andrews Sanctuary Scholarship
The University of St Andrews provides a Sanctuary Scholarship specifically designed to support undergraduate and postgraduate applicants and current students who are seeking sanctuary in the UK. The scholarship is open to any applicant or current student with official Home Office status as an Asylum Seeker, Refugee, Humanitarian protection (with forced migration background), Limited leave to remain (with forced migration background), or Discretionary leave to remain (with forced migration background). A minimum of six scholarships are available annually. Each scholarship covers any remaining tuition fee liability not covered by public funding, accommodation support equivalent to a catered standard single room, and a weekly living allowance paid throughout the academic year. The University offers flexible funding to Sanctuary students depending on individual circumstances, immigration restrictions, and other funding provided.
GI Bill
The GI Bill is a US Department of Veterans Affairs benefit available to eligible veterans and service members to support their education. The University of St Andrews is approved to process Veterans Affairs benefits for students pursuing their studies at the institution. Students must have their intended programme of study approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs, and the University can seek approval for new programmes once a student receives an offer. Students are required to inform the University at the beginning of each academic year that funding is required, providing their VA file and Social Security numbers. As a foreign school, there is a maximum amount that the VA will provide in funding, though the exact amount is not disclosed until confirmation of payment is received. The benefit covers both undergraduate and postgraduate studies for US veterans studying full-time or part-time at St Andrews.
Discretionary Fund
The Discretionary Fund is a support fund provided by the UK government to assist undergraduate and postgraduate students at the University of St Andrews who are experiencing financial difficulties. Student Services prioritizes certain groups including students with at least one dependent child, care-experienced students, estranged students, students who are carers, and students with extra costs due to health and disability. The fund also supports students who can demonstrate to a Student Services Adviser that their essential expenditure exceeds their income. Students may apply more than once during the academic year for assistance with expenses such as rent, tuition, childcare, and living costs. The fund is means-tested and requires comprehensive documentation of financial need. Awards are made at the discretion of Student Services advisers following review of applications and potentially an interview.
The LeVeen-Roach Scholarship
The LeVeen-Roach Scholarship provides financial support to students pursuing undergraduate education. Scholarship grants are contingent upon the recipient's graduation from high school and/or successful completion of the current year in college and enrollment in an accredited college, university or professional program. Awards are granted to qualified applicants who demonstrate financial need. The scholarship is available for the 2026 entry year and is open to undergraduate students. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements and follow application instructions available on the official LeVeen-Roach website.
Kinnessburn Scholarship
The Kinnessburn Scholarship is awarded annually to up to two successful candidates who have completed an International Foundation programme at the International Education Institute and are moving on to an undergraduate degree programme within the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £2,000 towards tuition fees per year for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Recipients must serve as ambassadors for the International Education Institute while receiving the scholarship, requiring up to ten hours per semester. Ambassadorial tasks include helping with conversion and orientation activities for foundation offer-holders, participating in webinars, attending orientation events, and engaging in focus group work. The selection process involves submitting both an application form and a two-minute video presentation demonstrating personal development during foundation studies and potential as an effective ambassador for IE.
The Annual Mattress Research Scholarship
The Annual Mattress Research Scholarship is available for students studying at accredited post-secondary institutions in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, or European Union. This scholarship opportunity is offered by Mattress Research to support undergraduate students. To apply, candidates must submit a completely unique and informative article on the topic 'The Power of Sleep' between 750 and 1500 words in length. The scholarship is open to both prospective and current students studying full-time or part-time (daytime) at undergraduate level.
Students' Association Bursary
This scholarship was established through generous donations from Alumni and friends during the University's 600th Anniversary Celebrations. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £500 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. The award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is conditional upon successful completion of academic requirements to progress in the student's proposed subject of study.
Student Feedback Incentives Fund
The Student Feedback Incentives Fund supports professional service units at the University of St Andrews to gather feedback through activities such as focus groups and surveys. The aim is to enhance the services they provide to the student community, with a focus on creating a culture of inclusivity. Uses of the fund include prize draws, food for in-person feedback events, and vouchers for focus group participation. Applications may be informed by any of the University strategic themes but should clearly indicate how the feedback activity will lead to enhancements in the student experience. The fund has a maximum annual value of £2,500, with individual applications capped at £500. The fund is open to current staff in professional service units and is not available to academic Schools. When the feedback activity is finished, units must submit an end report form.
Student Activities Fund
The Student Activities Fund supports activities that build St Andrews' student community and belonging, support student skills development and access to opportunities. The fund should be used to enhance the student experience for as many people as possible and create a culture of inclusivity. Uses of the fund could include events, guest lecturers, specialist training, equipment, resources, and field trips. Applications should be informed by the following University strategic themes: Diverse, Entrepreneurial, and Sustainable. Individuals or groups of students can apply for up to £1000 for their activity and the fund can be added to other raised funds. Preference will be given to projects that support the greatest benefit to the student body within the set criteria.
St Leonard's Widening Access PhD Scholarship
St Leonard's Postgraduate College at the University of St Andrews offers a fully funded scholarship for doctoral (PhD) applicants from the UK who meet specific widening access criteria. The scholarship is designed to support students who have demonstrated financial need or participated in widening participation schemes, or who have care experience. Eligible applicants include those who attended St Andrews for undergraduate or postgraduate taught degrees and received financial need scholarships, participated in widening participation schemes at St Andrews or other universities (such as Sutton Trust), or previously spent time in care (residential, foster, or kinship care). The award comprises a full tuition fee waiver and an annual stipend set by the University. For 2025-2026, the stipend is £19,775 per annum, with annual uplifts published each academic year. The scholarship is available for full-time or part-time study and supports research across all schools and departments at the University of St Andrews. Applications are assessed based on both financial need and academic merit, and applicants must submit evidence of household income, academic transcripts, a research proposal, and CV.
St Andrews Wardlaw Scholarship
The St Andrews Wardlaw Scholarship was established through generous donations from alumni and friends to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University. The scholarship provides up to £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. The Wardlaw scholarship is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and recipients may be asked to share core personal details with scholarship benefactors with their permission.
St Andrews Education for Palestinian Students (STEPS)
This scholarship, co-funded by STEPS and the University of St Andrews, provides funding for two Palestinian students to undertake a one-year postgraduate taught or research Masters programme of study. STEPS (St Andrews Education for Palestinian Students) is a charity registered in Scotland that was established in January 2011 as an independent charitable foundation to provide funding for Palestinian students at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship is specifically designed to support Palestinian students, with priority given to those recently displaced and those who have studied at universities in the West Bank, Gaza, Jordan, Lebanon, or Syria. The program aims to enable recipients to contribute to Palestinian civic society upon completion of their studies.
St Andrews BA International Honours Scholarship
The BA International Honours Scholarship is available to students entering their first year of the Bachelor of Arts International Honours Programme commencing at St Andrews and joint with the College of William & Mary. The Selection Committee seeks applicants who are gifted students with academic excellence. The successful scholars will be expected to fulfil an ambassadorial role and represent the University at a number of events and contribute to various University publications. The scholarship provides financial support towards tuition fees for four years of undergraduate study in the dual degree program. There are five awards available: four awards of $6,000 (US dollars) per year and one award of $12,000 (US dollars) per year towards tuition fees. Recipients of the scholarship will be expected to engage with the Student Ambassadors Scheme, participating in outreach activities and assisting Admissions staff with events aimed at prospective students and offer holders.
St Andrews - GREAT Scholarship
This exciting scholarship opportunity is open to citizens of France, Greece, Indonesia, Italy, Malaysia, Mexico and Spain. The scheme awards students who aspire to become influential leaders in their future careers, have wide-ranging interests outside their studies, and desire to broaden their personal and academic experience at the University of St Andrews. Awards of £10,000 are available for full-time postgraduate taught Masters programmes (MSc, MRes, MLitt, MPP) across all subject areas. The Selection Committee seeks applicants who are academically excellent and gifted students. Seven scholarships of £10,000 towards tuition fees are awarded, with one award allocated per eligible country. The successful scholar will be expected to engage with the Student Ambassadors Scheme and the British Council, fulfilling an ambassadorial role and representing the University at a number of events.
Science and Technology Facilities Council studentship funding
The Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC) provides St Andrews with funding for up to four studentships each year via an annual quota to the Schools of Physics and Astronomy and Mathematics and Statistics. Studentships are typically for 3.5 years and cover full home tuition fees and stipend (maintenance) at the UKRI rate for eligible students. The STFC funds research within astronomy and nuclear and particle physics, enables research community access to world-class facilities, and provides leadership in the development of large facilities. The funding includes annual stipend payments and tuition fees at UKRI rates. Limited awards may be available for international applicants who meet the full UKRI eligibility criteria.
School of Divinity MLitt Scholarship
The School of Divinity at the University of St Andrews is offering a scholarship to MLitt students, with the aim of widening access to students from groups traditionally excluded or under-represented in academia. All MLitt courses in the School of Divinity are eligible. Two awards are available - one for Home students (£5,000) and one for Overseas students (£10,000). Awards are paid towards tuition fees and cover the duration of the course. In making decisions about the award of the scholarship, preference may be given to applicants from developing economies as defined by the United Nations, applicants who self-identify as members of excluded or under-represented minorities, those historically underrepresented in Divinity (students from ethnic minorities, students with disabilities, students who are the first in their family to attend university), applicants from socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and applicants with a household income of less than £34,000. Applicants must either be applying for a full-time MLitt course due to start in September 2026, or currently undertaking an online MLitt course continuing beyond September 2026. The scholarship is assessed based on both financial need and academic merit.
William Arnett Memorial Wardlaw Scholarship
The William Arnett Memorial Wardlaw Scholarship was established by Letitia R West in 1957 in memory of William Arnett, in order to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their Medical studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria.
Royal Television Society Bursary Scheme
The Royal Television Society Bursary Scheme supports students from lower-income backgrounds who are studying at accredited post-secondary institutions. Since its launch in 2013 by the former Prince of Wales, the scheme has supported nearly 350 students, with 82% of graduates securing employment within TV and related industries. The bursaries are available to undergraduate students studying full-time or part-time (daytime) at qualifying institutions. Students must be from Scotland or the rest of the UK and can be either prospective or current students. The scheme aims to increase access to television and related industries for students who might otherwise face financial barriers to entry into these fields.
Royal Scholarship
The Royal Scholarship was established through generous donations from Alumni and friends during the University of St Andrews' 600th Anniversary Celebrations. This scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. The scholarship is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is available to students from Scotland and the rest of the UK studying across various academic disciplines at St Andrews.
Gilian M Cucchini Memorial Scholarship
This scholarship is kindly supported by Dr Eugenio Cucchini in memory of Gillian M Cucchini, in order to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. The award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and students apply through the St Andrews Access Award application form.
Robertson Trust Scholarship
The Robertson Trust Scholarship is an exciting opportunity that provides comprehensive funding and support throughout undergraduate studies at the University of St Andrews. The Robertson Trust, Scotland's largest and most influential charitable trust, was founded in 1961 and now donates over £15 million annually to charities across Scotland. This prestigious scholarship offers up to £4,400 per year in bursary support, jointly funded by the University of St Andrews (50%) and the Robertson Trust (50%). The scholarship provides far more than just financial assistance. It includes access to paid internships during and after studies, continuous support throughout the undergraduate program, and assistance in developing employability post-graduation. Recipients join an exclusive network of young Scots maintained by the Robertson Trust, offering support well beyond graduation through the Journey to Success programme. Applicants must be resident in Scotland at the time of application and have attended school in Scotland. They must be between 16-25 years old, accessing undergraduate study, not already hold a degree, and be eligible for Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) funding. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. The award is paid annually for the duration of the undergraduate programme.
Robert T Jones Memorial Trust Scholarship
The Robert T Jones Memorial Trust Scholarship provides funding support for students to undertake one year of study at Emory University in Atlanta after graduation from the University of St Andrews. This scholarship enables postgraduate students to continue their academic development at one of the United States' leading research universities. The scholarship is designed to facilitate international educational exchange and academic excellence between the University of St Andrews and Emory University.
Tait Wardlaw Scholarship
The Tait Wardlaw Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Anthony Tait 1990, in order to support students from the Rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is available to students studying Economics or International Relations. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and students apply through the St Andrews Access Award application form.
National Overseas Scholarship
The National Overseas Scholarship aims to empower low-income students from India. The scholarship supports their pursuit of higher education, such as Master's degree or Ph.D. courses, by providing opportunities to study abroad. This funding opportunity is available to prospective postgraduate students from India studying full-time at the University of St Andrews. Additional eligibility criteria apply, and full details can be found on the National Overseas Scholarship website.
Music Centre Instrumental, Choral and Vocal Scholarships
The Music Centre at the University of St Andrews offers instrumental, choral and vocal scholarships to students who have been accepted at the University and can demonstrate musical merit. These scholarships provide valuable support for musically talented students across all study levels and subject areas. The scholarships offer free weekly lessons, coaching and performance opportunities, either as an individual or as part of an ensemble. This funding opportunity is open to students regardless of their chosen subject of study, allowing musicians to pursue their academic interests while continuing to develop their musical abilities. The scholarships are available to students with Scotland home, Rest of UK, or Overseas fee status.
Stuart and Geraldine Mitchell Scholarship
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Stuart and Geraldine Mitchell, in order to support students from Island Schools in Scotland in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme.
Lumsden St Leonard's Scholarship
The Lumsden St Leonard's Scholarship is open to entrant undergraduate students who have attended a Scottish or English school with a current female headteacher, and who wish to pursue a degree in the Schools of Classics, History or Modern Languages. There is a preference for students who have studied at St Leonard's School, St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme.
St Andrews Gateway to Medicine Scholarship
This scholarship has been established to support students on the Gateway to Medicine programme at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. Support for the Gateway to Medicine Scholarships has come from a variety of donor sources, including longstanding generous provisions from the Madeleine Steel Charitable Trust and the McCall MacBain Foundation. The award is available for one year of undergraduate study and is valued at up to £7,000 per year. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, making it a means-tested scholarship for prospective students who have applied to the Gateway to Medicine programme and have Scotland home fee status.
Inlaks Scholarships
Since 1976, Inlaks Shivdasani Scholarships have been granted to Indian students to read at top-rated American, UK, and European institutions in a full-time Masters, MPhil, or Doctoral programme. The scholarships are administered by the Inlaks Foundation and support postgraduate study across various subject areas at leading institutions including the University of St Andrews. The programme is specifically designed for Indian nationals seeking to pursue advanced degrees at prestigious universities internationally. Eligibility criteria and application procedures are managed directly through the Inlaks Foundation website.
Highland Children's Trust
The Highland Children's Trust provides financial help to students under 25 years old who are attending their first degree at the University of St Andrews. This scholarship program is specifically designed to support young students from Scotland, with preference given to students from the Highland Council area. The Trust aims to help students pursuing undergraduate education access higher education opportunities.
Rosemary Airey Scholarship
The Rosemary Airey Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Rosemary Airey 1955 to support students from the rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £1,000 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is available to students from England, Wales, and Northern Ireland studying at the University of St Andrews. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria.
Graduate Discount
The University of St Andrews offers a 15% discount on postgraduate tuition fees to students who have graduated or are eligible to graduate from St Andrews. The discount is available for postgraduate degree programmes at the University and is applied to each standard fee-paying year of study, including the compulsory fieldwork year if applicable. The discount is calculated as 15% of the St Andrews standard tuition fee, taking into account any exceptions and based on remaining fee liability after any other funding has been deducted. The discount will only be applied to the tuition fee balance after any other scholarship or funding has been deducted. Eligibility requires that students have either graduated or been eligible to graduate from the University of St Andrews with a recognised degree, or completed a Global Summer School, Study Abroad or Exchange programme at St Andrews and are returning for postgraduate studies. Students must have an unconditional offer of a place on a postgraduate degree programme. The discount is available for full-time and part-time daytime study modes, and is open to Scotland home, rest of UK, and overseas students. The discount does not apply to students transferring into a postgraduate degree programme from another St Andrews degree programme without graduating, students who previously studied an International Education and Lifelong Learning Institute postgraduate preparation programme, or those who previously studied on an International Foundation Programme. No application form is required as the discount is automatically applied when programme tuition fees are generated.
Peter and Marcia Carpenter Scholarship
This scholarship was established by generous donations from Marcia and Peter Carpenter 1956, in order to support students from Scotland and the Rest of the UK in their studies in Science or Medicine at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria.
Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council Studentship Funding
EPSRC provides the University of St Andrews with funding for studentships through an annual Doctoral Training Partnership for the School of Chemistry, School of Computer Science, School of Mathematics and Statistics, and School of Physics and Astronomy. A maximum of 30% of intake each year can be awarded to high calibre international students and a minimum of 25% of intake would be linked to collaborative studentships. Studentships are typically for 3.5 years, and EPSRC pay full fees and stipends at the UKRI rate for students who meet the eligibility criteria. The funding duration is for 3.5 years starting from 1 October for each cohort. The submission duration is for four years starting from 27 September for each cohort. It does not include periods of leave, write-up, continuation or extension. As a prospective PhD student, you will apply to work with an individual supervisor or supervisory team within a School, not a specific programme of study. It is therefore important that you look at staff research interests within the relevant schools and ensure that your project matches an existing area of research. All funding and reporting goes through the University. Students will be requested to provide project details for the EPSRC annual submission through the student research data portal in October of the first year.
Economic and Social Research Council Studentship Funding (ESRC)
The University of St Andrews offers two types of ESRC funded scholarships through the Scottish Graduate School of Social Science (SGSSS) to suitably qualified UK and international applicants. The 1+3 scholarships comprise a one year Masters degree followed by a three year doctoral degree, while +3.5 scholarships comprise a three-and-a-half year doctoral degree. Scholarships are available across multiple Schools and Departments for projects aligned with the SGSSS disciplinary hubs and pathways including Communication, AI and New Technologies; Environment, Migration and Demographic Change; Governance and Institutions; Health, Wellbeing and Communities; Securities: Justice, Economies and Conflict; and Social Inequalities. Awards cover tuition fees for the award term and include a stipend at the regular Research Council rate. ESRC scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic excellence and are primarily open to UK applicants, with a proportion of awards also available to international applicants.
Dr Donald Malcolm MacArthur Scholarship
The Dr Donald Malcolm MacArthur Scholarship is kindly supported by a generous donation from Diana MacArthur in memory of Dr Donald M MacArthur, 1954. The award is open to students applying for courses within the Faculty of Science who are domiciled in the Western Isles, with preference given to those who have attended the Nicolson Institute on the Isle of Lewis. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year towards maintenance, which can also be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and recipients are expected to engage with Development Office events and submit reports to share with donors.
Margery V Turnbull Scholarship
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Margery V Turnbull 1943, in order to support students from Scotland and the Rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is available to full-time and part-time students across all academic subjects.
DHET Presidential PhD Programme
The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) in South Africa offers the Presidential PhD Programme through its DHET international scholarships programme, to support South African students seeking PhD opportunities abroad. This scholarship is available to prospective students from South Africa who wish to pursue full-time postgraduate research at institutions outside of South Africa, including the University of St Andrews. The programme aims to enable talented South African students to access high-quality doctoral education at international institutions.
Mackintosh Wardlaw Scholarship
The Mackintosh Wardlaw Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Alison Mackintosh 1953, in order to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies in Science at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the recipient's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. Recipients can choose to off-set all or part of their maintenance towards University accommodation during matriculation. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. The scholarship is available to students studying within the Faculty of Science at St Andrews, including Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Geography and Sustainable Development, Mathematics and Statistics, Physics and Astronomy, and Psychology and Neuroscience. Applicants must be from Scotland or the rest of the UK (England, Wales, Northern Ireland) and meet UK home fee status requirements. Scholarships in the Wardlaw Collection cannot be applied for individually but must be applied through the St Andrews Access Award application form. Core personal details may be passed to the benefactors with the recipient's permission, and scholarship recipients are required to submit an Introductory Biography and annual reports throughout their award period.
Colt Foundation Fellowships
The Colt Foundation awards Fellowships each year to persons who are qualified in science or medicine, and who are carrying out research within the area of occupational and environmental health. The research is expected to lead to a PhD degree. The fellowship is open to prospective students across all fee status categories including Scotland home, Rest of UK, and Overseas students. There are no geographical restrictions for applicants. The fellowship supports individuals qualified in science or medicine conducting doctoral-level research specifically focused on occupational and environmental health topics.
Clan Donald Scholarship
The Clan Donald Educational and Charitable Trust was created to foster and improve the good relationship between Scotland and the United States. Each year the Trust offers a scholarship for graduate study at a Scottish University of the applicant's choice. Scholarship recipients must be US citizens and are chosen without regard to gender, race or religion. The scholarship is available to prospective postgraduate students from the United States who wish to study at the University of St Andrews or another Scottish university.
City of Dundee Educational Trust
The City of Dundee Educational Trust provides grants to students who belong to Dundee and have lived in the City for at least five years. Although applicants must belong to Dundee, they can be studying at any college or university in the UK or abroad. This scholarship is available for undergraduate students who meet the Scottish home domicile for fee status requirement. The trust aims to support Dundee residents in pursuing higher education opportunities regardless of where they choose to study.
London Scholarship
This scholarship was established through generous donations from Alumni and friends who attended festive events in London during the University's 600th Anniversary Celebrations, in order to support students from the Greater London area to attend the University of St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. The scholarship is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is available to students from the Greater London area studying at the University of St Andrews.
Charles Wallace Trusts
The Charles Wallace Trusts provide grants for postgraduate students from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Burma/Myanmar. This funding opportunity is available to both prospective and current postgraduate students with overseas fee status from these specific countries. The grants support postgraduate study at the University of St Andrews.
Charles Wallace India Trust
The Charles Wallace India Trust, established in 1981, gives grants to Indian nationals living in India and studying or working in the arts, heritage conservation or in the humanities. This scholarship is available for prospective postgraduate taught students from India who have overseas fee status. The funding supports full-time study at the University of St Andrews. Full details about the grant application process and specific requirements can be found on the Charles Wallace India Trust website.
Lionel Butler Scholarship for Medieval History
This scholarship was established by a generous gift from Alumni and friends in honour of Professor Lionel Butler, in order to support students of Medieval History in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance support and can be used towards University accommodation fees. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. The scholarship is available to undergraduate students studying Medieval History who are from Scotland or the rest of the UK.
Charles and Barbara Tyre Trust
The Charles and Barbara Tyre Trust offers financial assistance for further training and re-training to young people under the age of 25 who are normally resident in Argyll, Scotland (including areas such as Kinlochleven, Ballachulish, Acharacle, and surrounding regions). The Trust provides grants that can be used to cover various educational expenses including tuition fees, maintenance costs, travel expenses, books, equipment, and other related educational needs. This funding opportunity is available to prospective postgraduate students at the University of St Andrews who meet the residency requirements and are classified as Scotland home for fee status purposes.
Canadian Centennial Scholarship Fund
The Canadian Centennial Scholarship Fund (CCSF) provides awards to Canadian students undertaking postgraduate study in the United Kingdom. This scholarship is available for full-time postgraduate students with Canadian domicile status who are current students at the University of St Andrews. The application period opens on January 5, 2026, and closes on March 6, 2026.
British Federation of Women Graduates Awards
The British Federation of Women Graduates (BFWG) offers annual awards to women registered for study at British universities who are entering their third year (or part-time equivalent) of doctoral studies (DPhil, PhD, etc.). These awards are designed to support women pursuing advanced research degrees at UK institutions. The scholarships are available to students regardless of their fee status, including those classified as Scotland home, Rest of UK, or Overseas students. Both full-time and part-time (daytime) doctoral students are eligible to apply.
Bolashak Scholarships
The Bolashak Scholarships is a government-funded scholarship programme for high-performing students from Kazakhstan to study overseas. The scheme is available for postgraduate study in a range of disciplines at approved UK universities, including the University of St Andrews. This scholarship supports Kazakhstani students pursuing full-time or part-time daytime postgraduate study. The programme is designed to provide opportunities for outstanding students to gain international academic experience and qualifications. Selection is based on academic merit, and the scholarship is specifically restricted to students with Kazakhstani domicile for fee status purposes.
Kiddie Wardlaw Scholarship
The Kiddie Wardlaw Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Grace Rae 1945, in order to support students from Perthshire, Scotland who are intending to study English or History and are the first in their family to attend University. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and applicants must be from Perthshire and the first in their family to attend university.
Applied Environmental Sciences MSc Awards
The School of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of St Andrews is offering a minimum of four tuition fee awards for prospective applicants applying to the Applied Environmental Sciences MSc for academic year 2026-2027. The University of St Andrews funds a minimum of two awards, and two further awards are funded for UK applicants through Women in Mining (WIM) UK and The Cunningham Scholarship. Awards are available as either two full tuition awards or four partial awards covering 50% of tuition fees. The scholarship is designed to support students committed to a career in the Earth and environmental science sector and covers one year of study in the MSc program.
Kennedy Scholarship for English
This scholarship was established by alumni from the School of English in order to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK who are studying English. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and scholarships in the Wardlaw Collection cannot be applied for individually but must be applied through the St Andrews Access Award application form.
Angus Educational Trust
The Angus Educational Trust is responsible for administering grants to eligible children and young people in support of their education. This funding opportunity is available to prospective undergraduate students who are domiciled in Scotland with home fee status. All applications, with the exception of the Morgan Emergency Grant, are considered at scheduled meetings by the Board of Governors twice per school year, in September and March.
Amelia Earhart Fellowship
Established in 1938 in honour of famed pilot and Zontian, Amelia Earhart, the Amelia Earhart Fellowship is awarded annually to women pursuing PhD/doctoral degrees in aerospace-related sciences and aerospace-related engineering. Women of any nationality pursuing a PhD/doctoral degree who demonstrate a superior academic record in the field of aerospace-related sciences and aerospace-related engineering are eligible. This prestigious fellowship supports women advancing knowledge and careers in aerospace fields, continuing Amelia Earhart's legacy of breaking barriers in aviation and science.
AHRC Doctoral Training Partnership studentships
The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) supports research that furthers our understanding of human culture and creativity through Doctoral Training Partnership studentships. The AHRC funds research on a wide range of subjects, from traditional humanities (such as history, English or philosophy) to creative and performing arts (such as drama, dance or music). AHRC supports students by providing exclusive access to training events, mentoring, talks, visits, funded placements and internships to develop skills as a future research leader. The funding duration is for 3.5 years commencing from 1st of October for each cohort, with a submission duration of 4 years. The award covers home tuition fees at the UKRI rate and provides an annual stipend, enabling full-time or part-time doctoral research in arts and humanities disciplines.
Janet Gray Undergraduate Wardlaw Scholarship
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Janet A Gray 1940, in order to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and recipients are required to submit reports throughout the period of scholarship support and are encouraged to attend Development-related scholarship events.
Postgraduate Accommodation Award
The Postgraduate Accommodation Award provides financial support to help prospective postgraduate students cover the cost of university or private accommodation at the University of St Andrews. Minimum awards of £1,750 per annum are available for the duration of the course and are allocated based on financial need. Eligible applicants should have a gross annual household income of under £40,000. Awards will be applied to University accommodation fees in the first instance for students living in university accommodation. Students who move to privately owned accommodation, including properties let through the University, will receive the award as monthly maintenance payments. The award is paid annually and only during the period when full tuition fees are charged for the course. The scholarship is available for any postgraduate course (excluding online distance learning courses) and is open to students of any domicile status (Scotland home, Rest of UK, or Overseas). Available to full-time and part-time daytime students across all Schools and Departments at the University. Students must articulate their need for support through a personal statement within the application form. Applications open in November 2025 and close in April 2026, with notification expected in late May 2026. The award is not transferable if the course start date is deferred, and does not cover study abroad periods, leave of absence, write-up, continuation, or extension periods.
St Leonards Masters Scholarship (UK students)
The St Leonard's Masters Scholarship is available for UK students pursuing one-year taught Masters programmes or Masters research programmes at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship application encourages students to draw on their academic, professional and life experiences to demonstrate resilience, resourcefulness and commitment, including excellence and leadership in areas such as sport, music, theatre or civic duty as well as in academic work. Selection is based on both financial need and academic excellence. Applicants must meet two or more criteria including being care experienced, having lower than average household income, having a proven record of academic excellence, demonstrating non-academic achievement and leadership qualities, or being part of a minority group. The scholarship provides varying levels of support based on household income, ranging from full tuition fees plus maintenance for care experienced students to £5,000 towards tuition for those with household incomes up to £39,999. Additional benefits may include maintenance allowances, employability funding, and accommodation reservations for eligible recipients. The scholarship is only available for the first year of study for two-year Masters research programmes. It is not available for doctoral degrees, postgraduate certificates or diplomas, or online programmes.
Anglo-Danish Society Scholarships
The Anglo-Danish Society grants scholarships for the purpose of postgraduate studies or research. The scholarships are open to British graduates studying in Denmark and Danish graduates studying in the UK, with 6-8 students being awarded each year. Awards are generally not limited to any specific subject. This scholarship supports cross-cultural academic exchange between the United Kingdom and Denmark, enabling postgraduate students to pursue their studies or research in either country. The program aims to strengthen academic and cultural ties between Britain and Denmark by providing financial support to qualified graduates seeking to study abroad.
James Jeffrey Thomson Scholarship
This scholarship was established by a generous gift from Miss Doreen Thomson in 1978 in memory of her father James Jeffrey Thomson, in order to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly installments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and students are encouraged to apply early through the St Andrews Access Award application form.
Schechter Family Ultimate Disc Scholarship
The Schechter Family Ultimate Disc Scholarship is open to national and international applicants for eligible postgraduate (taught) Masters degree programmes at the University of St Andrews. The Scholarship will be awarded on the basis of sporting excellence in the field of Ultimate Frisbee, subject to the recipient reaching the required academic standard for entry. This sports scholarship supports talented Ultimate Frisbee players who wish to pursue postgraduate taught studies at St Andrews.
Saints Abroad Scholarship
The Global Office offers a range of scholarships to support University of St Andrews students who will be studying or working abroad as part of their degree programme through the Saints Abroad scholarship portfolio. These scholarships range from £500 to £12,000 and are open to undergraduate and postgraduate research (PGR) and taught students (PGT) undertaking overseas placements related to their degree programme or PhD. The scholarships are generously supported by donors, including the Miss Marjorie Moncrieff Travel Scholarship, the Lesley B Hinde Stevens Travel Bursary, the Nisbet Memorial Travel Scholarship, and others. The programme is also open to students undertaking summer opportunities related to their degree programme or volunteering opportunities supported by the University, taking place in summer 2026. The Global Office is committed to supporting sustainable international travel where possible, and students may apply to this fund to offset some of the costs related to more sustainable forms of travel for their semester or year abroad, for example, travelling by train rather than plane. Awards are made based on financial need and students must provide a personal statement of around 500 words outlining how the scholarship will support their study, work or summer placement, along with a detailed budget breakdown.
Russo Brothers MLitt Scholarship in Film Studies
The Department of Film Studies at the University of St Andrews is offering a Russo Brothers Scholarship to an MLitt student joining the Film Studies programme for the academic year 2026-2027. The scholarship provides £7,500 towards tuition fees for students enrolled in full-time MLitt courses. Applicants can apply to either of the two MLitt courses offered in the Department of Film Studies: the MLitt in Film Studies or the International Master in Audiovisual and Cinema Studies (IMACS). All applications to the programme received before 1 April 2026 will be automatically considered for scholarship funding based on academic merit. Recipients are expected to engage with the donors through Development Office events and submit an introductory biography and end-of-year report. The scholarship is awarded for the duration of the course and is open to students of any nationality or geographic location studying full-time at the postgraduate level.
St Andrews Gateway to Physics and Astronomy Scholarship
This scholarship has been established to support students on the Gateway and Supported Pathways Programmes who are intending to study Physics at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and scholarships in the Wardlaw Collection are applied for through the St Andrews Access Award application form.
RADMA Postgraduate Student Research Support
The Research and Development Management Association (RADMA) has issued an open call for proposals under its Postgraduate Student Research Support Programme. The award provides support to talented mid-study Masters and PhD students for expenses directly related to postgraduate project support and conference funding in the field of R&D management. For project support, up to £500 is available for Masters students and £1000 for PhD students to cover costs related to specific research activities such as data collection and analysis, training, and associated travel and expenses. For conference funding, up to £500 is available where the candidate is presenting a paper or £250 for attendance only or presenting a poster, covering conference fees, travel, subsistence and accommodation. While candidates can apply for both project support and conference funding simultaneously, RADMA will not normally award both to the same candidate at the same time in the interests of fairness.
Ethel Leona Plowden McElveen Scholarship
This scholarship was established by George McElveen III in memory of his mother Ethel Leona Plowden McElveen, in order to support students from Scotland in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and students must provide household income documentation as part of the application process.
Performance Sport Scholarships
Saints Sport provides support for exceptional student athletes from around the world to facilitate sporting and academic excellence whilst studying at the University of St Andrews. Scholarship support is available for outstanding individuals competing at an elite level (typically international, depending on the sport and nationality) and representing the University in British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) competition. The scholarships are designed to help elite athletes balance their sporting commitments with their academic studies at the university. Scholarship decisions are typically made only after a confirmed offer to study at the University has been issued, though in special circumstances, early awards may be made for outstanding candidates.
Dr Lawrence M Wodehouse Scholarship
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Dr Lawrence M Wodehouse, 1980, in order to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. The scholarship is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is available to students from Scotland and the rest of the UK studying within the Faculty of Arts.
MSc International Education and MSc TESOL Scholarship (September 2026 - Overseas Students/On Campus)
The University of St Andrews is offering £2,000 fee reduction scholarships for overseas students studying an on-campus MSc in International Education or TESOL beginning in September 2026. The scholarships are awarded to students with at least six months of relevant work experience. Applicants must hold an offer to study on an MSc TESOL programme (September start) or the MSc International Education programme (September start) at the University of St Andrews by the scholarship submission deadline date. Decisions about suitability for the scholarship are based on the work experience listed in the applicant's CV, which should be uploaded as part of the course application. The International Education Institute reserves the right not to make an award if no appropriate submissions are made, and decisions are made by committee. No cash alternative is offered, and the award is not transferrable to any other programme of study. The award is paid for the duration of the programme.
MSc International Education and MSc TESOL Scholarship (September 2026 - Home Students/On Campus)
The University of St Andrews is offering £1,000 fee reduction scholarships for entrants with a fee status of Home or RUK studying an on-campus MSc in International Education or TESOL starting in September 2026. The scholarships are awarded to students with six months of relevant work experience. This award is paid for the duration of the programme and is applied towards tuition fees. To be eligible, applicants must hold an offer to study on an MSc TESOL programme or the MSc International Education programme at the University of St Andrews by the scholarship submission deadline date. Decisions about suitability for the scholarship are based on the work experience listed in the applicant's CV, which should be uploaded as part of the course application. The International Education Institute reserves the right not to make an award if no appropriate submissions are made, and all decisions are made by committee.
Dr Jack Vettriano Scholarship
The Dr Jack Vettriano Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Dr Jack Vettriano to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and recipients may be asked to share core personal details with the scholarship benefactors and submit reports throughout their period of study.
Koltun Wardlaw Scholarship for Art History
This scholarship was established by a generous bequest from Dr Lilly A Koltun in 1997, in order to support students from Scotland and the Rest of the UK to pursue studies in Art History at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. The award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is subject to successful completion of academic requirements to progress in the study of Art History at the University of St Andrews.
600th Anniversary Wardlaw Scholarship
This scholarship was established through generous donations from Alumni and friends during the University's 600th Anniversary Celebrations. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to your bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. The scholarship is available to undergraduate students from Scotland and the rest of the UK studying in a wide range of disciplines including sciences, humanities, social sciences, and business. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme.
Sally Lofting Scholarship
The Sally Lofting Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Sally Lofting 1970, in order to support students from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies in Modern Languages or Medicine at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This scholarship is paid annually for the duration of the undergraduate programme and selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. Students must apply through the St Andrews Access Award application form.
Gibson-Sykora Postgraduate Taught Scholarship (Home)
The Gibson-Sykora Postgraduate Taught Scholarship is available to entrant postgraduate taught students with Polish nationality and Home fee status. The Gibson-Sykora Trust was established in 1988 to support Polish students at the University of St Andrews. This scholarship is based partly on financial need and covers full tuition fees for one year. The scholarship is available for one-year taught Masters programmes (MLitt, MSc, MRes, MPP), one-year Masters research programmes (MSc (Res) and MSt (Res)), and two-year Masters research programmes with a taught element in the first year (MPhil (taught), MFA), though it is only available for the first year of two-year programmes. Applicants must be either a Polish national or domiciled in Poland and have Home fee status. The selection is based on both academic merit and financial need.
Payne Wardlaw Scholarship for Medicine
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Dr Alison Payne 1982, in memory of Dr L Robert Payne 1957, in order to support students of Medicine, with a preference for those undertaking the ScotCOM medical programme. Priority will be given to former refugees or those who have experienced forced migration, of whatever background. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance and can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to your bank account from September to May. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme.
Dr Gordon H Carruthers Wardlaw Scholarship
The Dr Gordon H Carruthers Wardlaw Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Dr Gordon H Carruthers OBE, in order to support students from Scotland or the rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme.
Dr Gordon H Carruthers Wardlaw Scholarship (West of Scotland)
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Dr Gordon H Carruthers OBE to support students from the West of Scotland in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is available to Scottish home students studying any subject at the undergraduate level. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria.
IAPETUS Doctoral Training Partnership (NERC)
The University of St Andrews is a partner in IAPETUS Doctoral Training Partnership. This partnership joins the leading research universities of Durham, Glasgow, Newcastle, St Andrews and Stirling, together with the British Geological Survey and the Centre for Ecology & Hydrology, in a united approach to doctoral research and training the next generation of leaders in the science of the natural environment. IAPETUS is a multidisciplinary Doctoral Training Partnership (DTP), funded and accredited by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC), offering PhD students a world-class environment in which to study. IAPETUS' training and research is focused around a number of interdisciplinary clusters of internationally-recognised excellence, which spans the environmental and Earth sciences including global environmental change, geodynamics and Earth resources, carbon and nutrient cycling, hazards, risks and resilience, and biodiversity and ecosystem resources. Studentships are for between three and four years, depending on the doctoral research project and provide full UKRI stipend and fees. Collaboration and knowledge exchange with industry, policy-makers and other non-academic organisations is at the heart of their activities, with over 30% of studentships being CASE awards and over 35 external partners supporting IAPETUS's research.
Applied Environmental Sciences MSc Awards - Women in Mining (WIM) UK
The School of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of St Andrews invites applicants for the Applied Environmental Sciences MSc to apply for a Women in Mining (WIM) UK Scholarship. This scholarship provides one tuition fee award for one academic year. Founded in 2006, Women in Mining UK (WIM UK) advocates and speaks for women in the mining sector, informing industry participants and decision-makers of the challenges and opportunities women face in pursuing careers in mining companies and other mining-related businesses. The award is available to students from Scotland and the rest of the UK studying full-time or part-time. Applicants must have achieved a minimum 2:1 undergraduate BSc or BEng, or have equivalent experience. The scholarship application requires supporting documents including an academic or professional reference, university transcripts, and a CV detailing academic background and research experience. Applicants must also provide statements describing their commitment to a career in the Earth and environmental science sector and explaining how the funding will help them attend the MSc course.
Barbara Bennett Ure Scholarship
The Barbara Bennett Ure Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Barbara Bennett Ure in order to support students who are domiciled in Scotland and educated at a state-funded secondary school in Scotland. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship is intended to enable students to live in St Andrews during term-time for their studies. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance which can be used towards University accommodation fees, paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May.
Dobbie Scholarship (Gateway Programme)
The Dobbie Scholarship was established by a generous donation from William Dobbie 1981, in order to support students who are studying in the Gateway Programme at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and applicants must be on a Gateway programme.
Chesters Scholarship
This scholarship was established by a generous donation from Pamela J Chesters CBE 1979 and Alan Chesters, in order to support students from Scotland and the Rest of the UK who are from care experienced backgrounds to pursue studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. The scholarship is available to undergraduate students from care-experienced backgrounds across a wide range of academic disciplines at the University of St Andrews.
Katharine Smith Bursary
Established by Mrs Smith in memory of her daughter Katharine Smith, former pupil at St Leonards, a private school in St Andrews. The scholarship is open to candidates who have been educated at St Leonards School. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. The award is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This bursary is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria.
Fondo para el Desarrollo de Recursos Humanos (FIDERH)
FIDERH (Fund for Development of Human Resources) has collaborated with the University of St Andrews to offer discounts of 10% of the tuition fee to selected applicants who will be studying for a postgraduate degree at the University. This scholarship is available to students from Mexico pursuing full-time postgraduate studies at St Andrews. The award provides a tuition fee discount for overseas students beginning their studies in 2025. Prospective students must apply through FIDERH and meet the standard admissions requirements for their chosen postgraduate program at the University of St Andrews.
Applied Environmental Sciences MSc Awards - The Cunningham Scholarship UK
The School of Earth and Environmental Sciences at the University of St Andrews invites applicants for the Applied Environmental Sciences MSc to apply for The Cunningham Scholarship, funded by the Mining Institute of Scotland Trust (MIST). Established to support the advancement of mining and related disciplines, MIST offers scholarships and bursaries to students pursuing careers in Earth and environmental sciences. The scholarship covers one tuition fee award for one academic year. Applicants must have achieved a minimum 2:1 undergraduate BSc or BEng, or have equivalent experience. In the application, students must describe their commitment to a career in the Earth and environmental science sector, any personal or professional connection to St Andrews or Fife, and explain how this funding could help them attend the Applied Environmental Sciences MSc course.
Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council Studentship
The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is the UK's principal funder of basic and strategic biological research. Funding is awarded in the form of Doctoral Training Grants (DTGs) based on an allocation to the University made every three years. The University of St Andrews offers around seven funded places each year in Biology and linked subject areas such as Psychology, Chemistry or Physics. The studentship provides funding for postgraduate research students pursuing doctoral degrees in biological sciences and related fields. Applications are welcome from UK and international students holding a good first degree or equivalent with up to four years funding available through the Schools of Biology and Psychology. The funding covers home tuition fees at UKRI rate and an annual stipend paid monthly at UKRI rates.
Hill Binney Wardlaw Scholarship
The Hill Binney Wardlaw Scholarship was established by a generous donation from Dr Lewis Whitehead in 1995 to support students of Chemistry from the Wirral in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. The scholarship is available for the full duration of the student's undergraduate programme and selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria. Applicants are particularly welcomed from those who have attended or are attending St Anselm's College or Upton Hall School in the Wirral.
David Ensor Wardlaw Scholarships
The David Ensor Wardlaw Scholarships were established by a generous bequest from David Ensor 1965, in order to support students of Mathematics and Science from Scotland and the rest of the UK in their studies at St Andrews. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The award provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance but can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. This award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, and applications are made through the St Andrews Access Award application form.
Chemistry Wardlaw Scholarship
The Chemistry Wardlaw Scholarship was established by an alumnus to support students who are studying Chemistry and reside in Lochgelly or Fife. The scholarship forms part of the Wardlaw Scholarship scheme, established in 2004 to provide financial assistance to academically gifted students who would otherwise struggle with the cost of studying at the University of St Andrews. The scholarship provides £4,400 per year paid as maintenance, which can be used towards University accommodation fees. Maintenance is paid in ten monthly instalments directly to the student's bank account from September to May, with a double payment in February. The award is paid annually for the duration of the student's undergraduate programme and is conditional upon successful completion of academic requirements to progress in the proposed subject of study. Selection is based on financial need and donor-specific criteria, specifically targeting students from Fife, particularly Lochgelly, who are studying Chemistry at undergraduate level.
Centre for Energy Ethics Dissertation Research Grant Scheme
The Centre for Energy Ethics (CEE) and the School of Philosophical, Social Anthropology and Film Studies offer a scholarship opportunity to support students in conducting high-quality, independent research projects. This grant is open to honours undergraduate and postgraduate taught students matriculated at the University of St Andrews and undertaking a dissertation research project as part of their degree programme. The scheme is open to students from all disciplines and subject areas whose dissertation research relates to energy, climate change, climate action, and/or 'just transition'. Grants provide up to £500 towards research expenses related to the dissertation, including travel and accommodation costs related to research activities, access to archives, sources or datasets, and/or lab access. The CEE values events that engage diverse audiences and shape how we make sense of the world, and has developed guidelines to track the impact of research on energy issues.
Blue Carbon WWF Scholarship
The Blue Carbon WWF Scholarship is offered in partnership with the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) to support students attending the Blue Carbon: Science & Policy course as part of the University of St Andrews Summer Study programme. The scholarship covers the full course fee including tuition, accommodation, all meals, extra-curricular activities, and access to University facilities. Additionally, it provides University-arranged travel to and from St Andrews, including one return economy flight to Edinburgh Airport and airport transfers. The Selection Committee seeks gifted students with academic excellence, particularly welcoming and encouraging applicants from the Global South. This two-week intensive summer course focuses on blue carbon science and policy. Successful scholars will be expected to fulfil an ambassadorial role, representing the University at events and contributing to various University publications. They will also provide testimonials of their experience and participate in at least one future alumni or outreach activity to support and inspire future scholars.
AD Links Foundation Postgraduate Taught Scholarship (UK)
The AD Links Foundation Postgraduate Taught Scholarship is offered to full-time postgraduate taught Masters students living in the UK with Home fee status starting a new course at the University of St Andrews. This scholarship is open to all areas of study and is based on academic merit. An interest in sport, particularly golf, is preferred although not essential. The scholarship is generously supported by the AD Links Foundation and provides five awards ranging from £3,500 to £5,000 paid towards tuition fees for one-year taught Masters programmes including MLitt, MSc, MRes, and MPP degrees. Applicants must be British nationals domiciled in the UK or EU nationals with settled or pre-settled status in the UK.
Perth and Kinross Educational Trust
The Perth and Kinross Educational Trust provides grants to students in further or higher education. The trust is available to undergraduate and postgraduate students, including mature students, who were born in or attended school in Perth and Kinross, Scotland. Students must be classified as Scotland home fee status and can be studying on a full-time or part-time daytime basis. Applications are available through Perth and Kinross Council offices or through the trustees' solicitors, with closing dates set by the trustees.
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