Chevening Scholarships 2027–2028

Overview

Chevening Scholarships are funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and partner organisations. The programme is designed for applicants who can demonstrate leadership potential, a strong professional trajectory, and a clear plan to create impact after returning home.

For the current cycle, applications are for 2027–2028 Chevening Scholarships. Successful scholars normally study an eligible one-year taught master’s course at a UK university and become part of the international Chevening community.

Eligibility

Key eligibility requirements published by Chevening include:

• Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory and meet any applicable residence requirements.
• Commit to returning to your country of award for at least two years after the scholarship ends.
• Have at least 2,800 hours of work experience, acquired after completing your undergraduate degree.
• Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies you for entry to a UK master’s programme.
• For the current cycle, your undergraduate studies must have been completed at least two years before the application deadline.

Benefits

• Payment of eligible tuition fees.
• Economy travel to and from your country of residence by an approved route.
• Monthly living allowance (stipend), with rates depending on study location.
• Arrival and departure allowances.
• Cost of one UK entry-clearance visa application.
• Contribution toward TB testing where required.
• Travel top-up allowance for eligible scholars attending Chevening events.
• Access to Chevening networking, leadership and professional-development activities.

How to Apply

1. Confirm that your citizenship/territory is eligible for a Chevening Scholarship.
2. Read the eligibility criteria and application guidance carefully.
3. Prepare your education and work-experience history.
4. Identify suitable eligible UK master’s courses and universities.
5. Complete the Chevening online application during the application window.
6. Submit before the official deadline: 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC.

Documents

Applicants should be prepared to provide the information and documents requested in the Chevening application system. Depending on the stage of the process, these can include:

• Passport or other accepted photo identification.
• Undergraduate degree certificate or diploma.
• Academic history and course details.
• Work-experience information.
• Reference details and, for shortlisted candidates, reference letters.
• University-course choices and later an unconditional UK university offer if selected.

Important Dates

• 4 August 2026: Applications opened at 11:00 UTC.
• 6 October 2026: Applications close at 11:00 UTC.
• Mid-February 2027: Interview shortlists expected.
• March–April 2027: Interviews.
• Mid-June 2027: Results begin to be announced.
• 8 July 2027: Deadline to submit at least one unconditional UK university offer, if successful.
• September/October 2027: Studies begin in the UK.

FAQs

Is Chevening fully funded?
Standard Chevening Scholarships normally cover tuition fees, approved travel, visa costs, allowances and a monthly living stipend, subject to the award terms.

Is a PhD covered?
No. Standard Chevening Scholarships are generally for eligible one-year taught master’s courses, not PhDs or distance-learning degrees.

Can anyone from any country apply?
No. Applicants must be citizens of a Chevening-eligible country or territory and satisfy all published eligibility rules.

Source checked against the official Chevening website. Application dates and eligibility rules can change; applicants should verify details on the official site before submitting.