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Scholarships for Nepali Students to Study in UK | Afno Guide
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Are you a Nepali student considering pursuing higher education in the UK? Well, the good news is, UK offers a plethora of scholarships specifically for international students including fully funded UK scholarships, providing additional options beyond the academic scholarships currently available.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll delve into various types of scholarships available, eligibility criteria, where to search for the scholarships, and the International scholarships available to Nepali students. Let's dive right into it.
Types of Scholarships in the UK
1. Academic Scholarships: These scholarships are for students with excellent academic records. They're awarded based on previous academic performance or test scores, such as your plus 2 and SEE grades, along with other criteria like extracurricular activities or personal achievements. UK universities offer them to both domestic and international students, and in most cases, you qualify as soon as you are accepted.
2. Subject-Based Scholarships: These scholarships are for students studying specific subjects like STEM, humanities, arts, or business.
3. Sports Scholarships: These scholarships are for students with athletic abilities. They provide financial support and access to training facilities, and they're available to students who show promise in sports.
4. Need-Based Scholarships: These scholarships support students who demonstrate financial need. They require applicants to provide details of their family's income and assets.
5. Research Scholarships: Intended for postgraduate research programs (such as PhDs), these scholarships may cover tuition fees and provide a stipend for living expenses.
Eligibility Criteria for Scholarships in the UK for Nepali Students
To qualify for scholarships in the UK, Nepali students typically need to meet the following criteria:
Academic Achievements: Most scholarships require a strong academic record, often with a minimum GPA or percentage score in previous academic programs.
English Language Proficiency: Proficiency in English, demonstrated through standardized tests like IELTS or TOEFL, is essential for most scholarships.
Extracurricular Activities: Involvement in extracurricular activities, community service, or leadership roles may strengthen scholarship applications.
Government Scholarships in the UK available to Nepali Students
1. Chevening Scholarship: Fully funded by the UK government, Chevening Scholarships are prestigious awards for outstanding individuals with leadership potential. They are open to postgraduate students from around the world, including Nepal, however, they are extremely competitive with about a 2% acceptance rate.
2. GREAT Scholarships: Launched as part of the GREAT Britain campaign, these scholarships support students from specific countries, including Nepal, to pursue postgraduate studies in the UK.
3. Scotland's Saltire Scholarships for International Students: This scholarship offers financial support for international students pursuing higher education in Scotland. It covers tuition fees and provides career opportunities as part of the scholarly experience. Eligible undergraduate students can receive up to £8,000 off tuition fees, while eligible postgraduate students can receive up to £6,000 off tuition fees.
How to Find Scholarships
So now the next question is, where can I search for scholarships myself? These websites below will help you with just that, to find scholarships in the UK:
Now that you know where to search for scholarships, let's explore the universities in the UK that offer various scholarship opportunities. Please note that these are primarily international scholarships. Academic scholarships and sports scholarships are available separately for both domestic and international students, depending on the university you choose.
1. University of Sheffield
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship 2024 | Undergraduate | £10,000 towards tuition fees per year | Available for new international students starting their undergraduate studies, subject to a 60% average. | More |
| International Undergraduate Scholarship 2024 | Undergraduate | Up to £2,500 | Available for new international students starting their undergraduate studies at the University of Sheffield in September 2024. | More |
| International Postgraduate Taught Merit Scholarship 2024 | Postgraduate | £5,000 towards tuition fees | Available for international students joining the University of Sheffield from selected regions to study a taught master's programme in September 2024. | More |
| International Postgraduate Scholarship 2024 | Postgraduate | Up to £2,500 | Available for international students joining the University of Sheffield from selected regions to study a taught master's programme in September 2024. | More |
2. University of Dundee
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Excellence Scholarship | Postgraduate & Undergraduate | £5,000 | Available for high-achieving international students pursuing postgraduate or undergraduate studies at the University of Dundee. | More |
| Vice Chancellor's South Asia Scholarship | Postgraduate & Undergraduate | £4,000 | Available for students from South Asia (including Nepal) pursuing postgraduate or undergraduate studies at the University of Dundee. | More |
| South Asia Community Scholarship | Postgraduate & Undergraduate | £2,500 | Available for students from South Asia (including Nepal) pursuing postgraduate or undergraduate studies at the University of Dundee. | More |
| Discover Life Sciences Scholarship | Undergraduate | £2,000 per year | Available for undergraduate students studying life sciences at the University of Dundee. | More |
| Al-Maktoum College Hamdan Bin Rashid scholarship | Postgraduate | £6,000 | Available for postgraduate students joining the University of Dundee from the Al-Maktoum College. | More |
| University of Dundee Humanitarian Scholarship | Postgraduate | Full tuition fee waiver | Available for postgraduate students joining the University of Dundee who have demonstrated humanitarian efforts. | More |
3. University of Nottingham
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Developing Solutions Masters Scholarship | Postgraduate | 50% or 100% tuition fee scholarships | Available for innovative students proposing development solutions for their home countries within African, South Asian, and selected Commonwealth countries | More |
| South Asia Postgraduate Excellence Award | Postgraduate | Varies | Scholarships awarded based on academic excellence and ambition to change your career. | More |
4. University College London (UCL)
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United World College Scholarship | Undergraduate | Varies | Available for international students from United World Colleges applying to UCL undergraduate courses. | More |
| UCL Global Scholarship | Undergraduate | £10,000 per year | Available for undergraduate students from outside the UK and EU. | More |
5. University of Brighton
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vice-Chancellor International Scholarships | Undergraduate | £2,500 reduction on tuition fees | Automatically deducted after enrolment for eligible students. | More |
| International Scholarships | Undergraduate | £1,500 - £2,500 reduction | Awarded based on assessed criteria. Scholarships are reductions in tuition fees for the first year. | More |
6. Warwick University
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Various Scholarships | Postgraduate | Varies | Over 25 scholarships available, each with different eligibility criteria and amounts. | More |
7. University of Essex
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Excellence International Masters Scholarship | Postgraduate | Varies | Scholarships available for outstanding international students applying for taught Masters courses. | More |
| South Asia Scholarships 2024-25 | Postgraduate | £4,000 per scholarship | Available for international students from specified countries seeking to join the University. | More |
8. Liverpool John Moores University
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Achievement Scholarship | Undergraduate & Postgraduate | £3,000 tuition fee discount per year | Available for eligible applicants towards each year of their studies. | More |
| Regional Scholarships 2024/25 | Undergraduate | £4,000 | Available for students from Nepal towards their studies. | More |
9. Northumbria University
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024/25 Postgraduate UK International Scholarships | Postgraduate | £2,000 fee discount | Available for international postgraduate students joining the University. | More |
| 2024/25 Undergraduate UK International Scholarship | Undergraduate | £3,000 discount | Available for international undergraduate students in the first year of their degree program. | More |
10. University of Exeter
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate Global Excellence Scholarships 2024/25 | Undergraduate | £7,500 | Available for high-achieving international undergraduate students joining the University of Exeter. | More |
| Global Excellence Scholarships 2024/25 - Postgraduate Taught | Postgraduate | £7,500 | Available for high-achieving international postgraduate students joining the University of Exeter. | More |
11. London South Bank University
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Global Success Scholarship | Undergraduate & Postgraduate | £2,000 - £4,000 | Available for eligible students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. | More |
| The Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award | Undergraduate & Postgraduate | £2,000 per academic year | Available for each academic year for eligible students at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. | More |
12. University of Kent
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Scholarships | Undergraduate | Up to £18,000 (£6,000 per year) | Available for high-achieving international students applying for undergraduate studies at | More |
13. University of Edinburgh
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies UK Graduate/International Scholarship | Postgraduate | £5,000 per year | Tenable for the duration of the degree program, subject to satisfactory progress. | More |
14. University of Leicester
| Scholarship | Available For | Amount | Note | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship | Undergraduate | At least £3,000 per year | Merit-based scholarship for international fee-paying students applying for an undergraduate degree. | More |
To wrap things up, these resources will guide you through the UK scholarship landscape, offering valuable opportunities for Nepali and South Asian students seeking higher education in the UK. Be sure to check out our other blogs, covering topics from visa processes to top universities with Nepali students. Happy scholarship hunting!
Further Assitance
If you are in the process of searching for colleges in the Uk, check out our blog on Top 10 UK universities with most Nepali students.
Additionally, you can get more information and assitance from consultancies. If you want to seek their help, we have another blog on Top Nepali Consultancies to Study in Uk.