Lancaster University

Other eligibility requirements To be eligible for the Alumni Loyalty Scholarship you must hold an undergraduate or master’s degree awarded by Lancaster University, achieved at any time, including one delivered through an associated institution. Alumni who completed an undergraduate or postgraduate qualification that included Lancaster University as a study abroad location are also be eligible for the award.

Mature students

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

You will be automatically considered for this funding when you apply.

Other eligibility requirements Lancaster University is a partner of the UK government's international awards programme, Chevening. The scholarships and fellowships enable future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers from all around to study in the UK, where they develop professionally and academically, build networks, experience UK culture, and form lasting connections with the UK. These fully-funded master's scholarships are among the most prestigious in the UK.

Mature students

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Visit the Chevening website for more detail, eligibility information and application guidance. Our admissions team can help with questions about scholarships and bursaries as well as other general enquiries about applying to Lancaster University.

Other eligibility requirements We are proud to offer 5 scholarships for each MBA programme, each providing a 50% reduction in tuition fees, for exceptional women in business. These scholarships are awarded to individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership and a strong commitment to advancing women in business. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have applied to Lancaster's MBA programmes through Lancaster University Management School accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry Further information Fully funded applicants are not eligible for this scholarship. Partially funded applicants for less than 50% of their fees would be eligible for this scholarship. All offer conditions must be met or exceeded. All other entry requirements must be met. An offer of a scholarship is conditional upon acceptance by the offer deadline. There are no cash alternatives available for these scholarships. Scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis, and we cannot guarantee funding for the following entry year for applicants who decide to defer. The award is for September 2026 entry only.

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

Eligible candidates will be identified automatically through their application and interview. As part of the interview process, you will be assessed for your eligibility against the award criteria. If successful, the amount of the scholarship will be confirmed following interview.

Other eligibility requirements We have 15 Executive Dean's Awards available for each MBA programme, offering up to 40% reduction in tuition fees. These scholarships are awarded to high-calibre candidates based on their academic, professional, and personal achievements. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have applied to Lancaster's MBA programmes through Lancaster University Management School accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry Further information Fully funded applicants are not eligible for this scholarship. Partially funded applicants for less than 50% of their fees would be eligible for this scholarship. All offer conditions must be met or exceeded. All other entry requirements must be met. An offer of a scholarship is conditional upon acceptance by the offer deadline. There are no cash alternatives available for these scholarships. Scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis, and we cannot guarantee funding for the following entry year for applicants who decide to defer. The award is for September 2026 entry only.

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

Eligible candidates will be identified automatically through their application and interview. As part of the interview process, you will be assessed for your eligibility against the award criteria. If successful, the amount of the scholarship will be confirmed following interview.

Other eligibility requirements The Health and Medicine International Study Centre Postgraduate Progression Scholarship offers a 20% fee reduction for students who are applying to progress from a Lancaster University Pre-Master’s programme to a taught postgraduate master’s programme offered full time, on campus, starting in 2026. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: achieve at least 70% overall in your Lancaster University International Study Centre pre-master’s pathway programme.

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

There is no separate application process for this scholarship. Eligible students will be identified automatically through their application.

Other eligibility requirements The Health and Medicine Master’s Excellence Scholarship offers a 25% fee reduction for both home and international fee-paying students who are applying to study a taught postgraduate master’s programme offered full time, on campus, starting in 2026. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have an average grade to date at a 1st class honours degree (or equivalent) in your undergraduate studies. If you have already completed your undergraduate studies, then you will need to have already achieved a 1st accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

You will be automatically considered for this funding when you apply.

Other eligibility requirements The Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences International Study Centre Postgraduate Progression Scholarship offers a 20% fee reduction for students who are applying to progress from a Lancaster University Pre-Master’s programme to a taught postgraduate master’s programme offered full time, on campus, starting in 2026. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: achieve at least 70% overall in your Lancaster University International Study Centre pre-master’s pathway programme

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

There is no separate application process for this scholarship. Eligible students will be identified automatically through their application.

Other eligibility requirements The Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences Master’s Excellence Scholarship offers a 20% fee reduction for both home and international fee-paying students who are applying to study a taught postgraduate master’s programme offered full time, on campus, starting in 2026. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have an average grade to date at a 1st class honours degree (or equivalent) in your undergraduate studies. If you have already completed your undergraduate studies, then you will need to have already achieved a 1st accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

You will be automatically considered for this funding when you apply.

We have 10 Excellence Scholarships available per programme, each offering a 50% reduction in tuition fees. These scholarships are awarded to candidates who demonstrate academic excellence, significant professional achievements, and strong leadership potential. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have applied to Lancaster's MBA programmes through Lancaster University Management School accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry Further information Fully funded applicants are not eligible for this scholarship. Partially funded applicants for less than 50% of their fees would be eligible for this scholarship. All offer conditions must be met or exceeded. All other entry requirements must be met. An offer of a scholarship is conditional upon acceptance by the offer deadline. There are no cash alternatives available for these scholarships. Scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis, and we cannot guarantee funding for the following entry year for applicants who decide to defer. The award is for September 2026 entry only.

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

Eligible candidates will be identified automatically through their application and interview. As part of the interview process, you will be assessed for your eligibility against the award criteria. If successful, the amount of the scholarship will be confirmed following interview.

Other eligibility requirements We have 10 Excellence Scholarships available per programme, each offering a 50% reduction in tuition fees. These scholarships are awarded to candidates who demonstrate academic excellence, significant professional achievements, and strong leadership potential. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have applied to Lancaster's MBA programmes through Lancaster University Management School accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry Further information Fully funded applicants are not eligible for this scholarship. Partially funded applicants for less than 50% of their fees would be eligible for this scholarship. All offer conditions must be met or exceeded. All other entry requirements must be met. An offer of a scholarship is conditional upon acceptance by the offer deadline. There are no cash alternatives available for these scholarships. Scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis, and we cannot guarantee funding for the following entry year for applicants who decide to defer. The award is for September 2026 entry only.

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

Eligible candidates will be identified automatically through their application and interview. As part of the interview process, you will be assessed for your eligibility against the award criteria. If successful, the amount of the scholarship will be confirmed following interview.

Other eligibility requirements At Lancaster University we are committed to offering all the opportunities of higher education to those seeking a place of safety and security. Our Sanctuary Scholarships are available to students who are seeking asylum in the UK and are not entitled to receive statutory student financial support from Student Finance England (Wales or Northern Ireland) or the Student Awards Agency for Scotland. Please note, that there is a limited number of Sanctuary Scholarships available each year. What does the Lancaster sanctuary scholarship offer? A place to live Free accommodation on the University campus. Tuition fee waiver 100% tuition fee discount until such a time as you are awarded a status in the UK that allows you to apply for support from Student Finance England (Wales or Northern Ireland) or Student Awards Agency for Scotland. Support to live Up to £5,000 per year to support with living costs, non-repayable until such a time as you are awarded a status in the UK that allows you to apply for support from Student Finance England (Wales or Northern Ireland) or Student Awards Agency for Scotland. Support to succeed A guaranteed place on the Lancaster Success Programme, which includes one-to-one coaching and support. Who can apply? Scholarships are open to applicants that: Are holding an offer for a UG or PGT course at Lancaster starting in September 2026 Are unable to access mainstream funding (e.g. a Student Finance loan) You will be eligible for this scholarship if you residency status is one of the following: Asylum Seeker: Currently seeking asylum in the UK Refused Asylum Seeker: Your application for refugee status has been denied, but a fresh claim is in process Limited or Discretionary Leave to Remain Indefinite Leave to Remain

Mature students

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

To apply please complete the application form.

Other eligibility requirements We are proud to offer 5 scholarships for each MBA programme, each providing a 50% reduction in tuition fees, for exceptional women in business. These scholarships are awarded to individuals who demonstrate outstanding leadership and a strong commitment to advancing women in business. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have applied to Lancaster's MBA programmes through Lancaster University Management School accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry Further information Fully funded applicants are not eligible for this scholarship. Partially funded applicants for less than 50% of their fees would be eligible for this scholarship. All offer conditions must be met or exceeded. All other entry requirements must be met. An offer of a scholarship is conditional upon acceptance by the offer deadline. There are no cash alternatives available for these scholarships. Scholarships are reviewed on an annual basis, and we cannot guarantee funding for the following entry year for applicants who decide to defer. The award is for September 2026 entry only.

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

Eligible candidates will be identified automatically through their application and interview. As part of the interview process, you will be assessed for your eligibility against the award criteria. If successful, the amount of the scholarship will be confirmed following interview.

Other eligibility requirements The Management School International Study Centre Postgraduate Progression Scholarship offers a range of awards of up to 20% fee reduction for students who are applying to progress from a Lancaster University Pre-Master’s programme to a taught postgraduate master’s programme offered full time, on campus, starting in 2026. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: achieve at least 50% in your Lancaster University International Study Centre pre-master’s pathway programme

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

There is no separate application process for this scholarship. Eligible students will be identified automatically through their application.

Other eligibility requirements The Management School Excellence Scholarship offers a range of awards of up to 20% fee reduction for international fee-paying students. We also offer a 30% reduction for high achieving home fee-paying students. These awards are available to students who are applying to study a taught postgraduate master’s programme offered full time, on campus, starting in 2026. International fee-payers: 1st class degree - 20%; 2:1 degree - 15%; 2:2 degree - 10%. Home fee-payers: 1st class degree - 30%. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have an average grade to date at a 1st (home and international), 2:1 or 2:2 level (international) in your undergraduate studies (to include equivalent classifications). If you have already completed your undergraduate studies, then you will need to have already achieved a 1st (home and international), 2:1 degree or 2:2 level (international). accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

You will be automatically considered for this funding when you apply.

Other eligibility requirements The Science and Technology International Study Centre Postgraduate Progression Scholarship offers a range of awards of up to 30% fee reduction for students who are applying to progress from a Lancaster University Pre-Master’s programme to a taught postgraduate master’s programme offered full time, on campus, starting in 2026. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: achieve at least 60% in your Lancaster University International Study Centre pre-master’s pathway programme. 70% - 30% 60% - 15%

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

There is no separate application process for this scholarship. Eligible students will be identified automatically through their application.

Other eligibility requirements The Science and Technology Master’s Excellence Scholarship offers a range of awards of up to £9,000 to both home and international fee-paying students who are applying to study a taught postgraduate master’s programme offered full time, on campus, starting in 2026. International fee-payers: 1st class degree - 30%; 2:1 degree - 15%. Home fee-payers: 1st class degree - 30%. You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: have an average grade to date at a 1st (home and international), or 2:1 level (international) in your undergraduate studies (to include equivalent classifications). If you have already completed your undergraduate studies, then you will need to have already achieved a 1st (home and international), or 2:1 (international) degree. accept a conditional or unconditional offer from Lancaster University for 2026 entry

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

You will be automatically considered for this funding when you apply.

Other eligibility requirements The Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship - International is awarded to high achieving undergraduate students who make Lancaster their firm choice. It recognises both the fantastic results you have achieved to progress to undergraduate study and your commitment to joining our community by placing us as your firm choice. You will be offered one of these scholarships if you: achieve A*AA and above at A level (or the equivalent in an alternative qualification) make Lancaster University your firm UCAS choice are an international fee paying applicant

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

There is no separate application process for the Undergraduate Excellence Scholarship. Eligible students will be identified automatically through their university application.

Other eligibility requirements You will automatically be considered for this scholarship if you: are a national of, or your permanent home address is within, one of the following countries/regions: Bangladesh Egypt Ghana Indonesia Kenya Malaysia Nepal Nigeria Pakistan Sri Lanka Taiwan Thailand Turkey Vietnam are an international fee paying applicant.

Academic excellence

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

There is no separate application process for this scholarship. Eligible students will be identified automatically through their application. The scholarship will be awarded when you meet the conditions of your offer, or when you accept your unconditional offer.