The Chevening Scholarship 2027, funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), is one of the world’s most prestigious international scholarship programmes. It offers outstanding professionals and emerging leaders from around the globe the opportunity to pursue a fully funded one-year Master’s degree at any UK university. Applications are expected to open in August 2026, with the deadline on 7 October 2026.
Key Benefits
- Full tuition fees paid directly to the university
- Monthly living allowance to cover accommodation and daily expenses
- Return economy class airfare from your home country to the UK
- Travel grants to attend Chevening events and activities
- Access to an exclusive global network of over 50,000 Chevening alumni
Eligibility Criteria
- Citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory
- At least 2 years (approx. 2,800 hours) of work experience by the application deadline
- Hold an undergraduate degree equivalent to a UK 2:1 (upper second-class) or above
- Not hold British or dual British citizenship (with limited exceptions)
- Commit to returning to your home country for at least two years after the award
Deadline
- Applications open: August 2026
- Application deadline: 7 October 2026
How to Apply
- Apply online via the official Chevening application portal at chevening.org/apply
- Select up to three eligible UK university courses
- Submit four essays and provide two professional references
- Secure at least one unconditional university offer before the references and documents deadline
The Chevening Scholarship is highly competitive and awarded based on leadership potential, academic excellence, and the ability to make a positive difference in your home country. Start preparing your application early to stand out in this global competition.
Always verify deadlines and details on the official Chevening website before applying.