Chevening Scholarship 2026 in UK | Fully Funded | Study in UK

Chevening Scholarship 2026 – Study in the UK for Free!

The Chevening Scholarship is one of the most prestigious and fully funded UK scholarships. It gives talented individuals from eligible countries the chance to pursue a one-year master’s degree at any UK university — with all costs covered.

Why Choose Chevening?

Covers tuition fees, monthly living allowance, travel costs, and more
No need to worry about visa fees, TB tests, or quarantine (if applicable)
Study at top UK universities and gain a world-class education
Join a global network of leaders and changemakers
Return home with the tools to make a real impact in your community

Scholarship Details

Host Country: United Kingdom
Course Level: One-year full-time Master’s (Masters/MPhil)
Host Organization: UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) and partners
Application Deadline: 7 October 2025, 12:00 UTC

What Does Chevening Cover?

Full tuition fees
Monthly stipend for living expenses
Round-trip economy airfare
Visa fees and TB test reimbursements (if applicable)
Arrival allowance and departure allowance
Quarantine costs (if booked through Diversity Travel)
Cash card provided on arrival

Who Can Apply?

You must:

Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country
Return to your home country for at least 2 years after the program
Hold a bachelor’s degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 honours
Have at least 2 years of work experience (or 2,800 hours)
Apply to three eligible UK master’s courses
Receive at least one unconditional offer by the deadline
Not hold British nationality (unless from a British Overseas Territory)
Not currently receive UK government funding

How to Apply

Apply online via the Chevening Online Application System (OAS)
Use Google Chrome on a laptop/PC (not mobile)
Prepare and upload all documents in JPG, PNG, or PDF (max size: 5MB)
Submit only one application—you can’t change it once submitted
Answer four essay questions (100–500 words each)
Upload two reference letters (referees must be contactable)

Application Tips

Be honest and accurate in all information
Save your application regularly (it doesn’t autosave)
Use the menu, not the browser buttons
Avoid plagiarism — write original answers
Double-check your work experience entries (no duplicates)
Don’t choose duplicate courses at the same university
Have a valid English proficiency certificate if your chosen university requires it

Reference Letter Guide

Your referees should answer:

Their contact info (address, email, phone)
How long they’ve known you
In what capacity (e.g., supervisor, mentor)
When they last communicated with you
Why they believe you’re a good fit for Chevening

Why Chevening?

Since 1983, Chevening has supported future leaders who return home to improve their communities. Alumni have gone on to succeed in education, health, public service, and business.

One inspiring example: Amina Mehmood, a Chevening alumna, worked on girls’ education with the UK government. Many scholars also volunteer while studying in the UK, showing a strong commitment to giving back.

📚 Want to Apply?