The Marshall Scholarship is one of the most prestigious awards available to American students, offering fully funded postgraduate study at any UK university. Up to 50 scholarships are awarded annually, enabling outstanding young Americans to pursue Master’s or doctoral degrees at Britain’s leading academic institutions for one, two, or three years.
Key Details
- Scholarship Provider: Marshall Aid Commemoration Commission (UK Government)
- Open To: US citizens who graduated from an accredited US college/university after April 2024, with a GPA of at least 3.7
- Level: Master’s (1 or 2 years) or PhD (up to 3 years) at any UK university
- Number of Awards: ~50 per year
- Benefits: University fees, living expenses (monthly stipend), annual book grant, thesis grant, research and daily travel grants, and return flights to/from the US
- Fields: Open to all academic disciplines — science, technology, humanities, social sciences, and creative arts
- Application Deadline: 29 September 2026 (applicants and recommenders); institutional endorsement due 1 October 2026
- How to Apply: Apply through your undergraduate institution’s scholarship office — candidates must be endorsed by their US institution. Visit marshallscholarship.org for full instructions.
The Marshall Scholarship is a life-changing award that opens doors to the UK’s finest universities. With only ~50 places available, this is an intensely competitive fellowship — begin preparing your application well in advance. Contact your university’s scholarship office now to start the endorsement process.
Always verify deadlines and details on the official Marshall Scholarship website before applying.
Marshall Scholarship: key details
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