The University of St Andrews International Undergraduate Scholarship 2027 is now open for international students who want to study for a bachelor’s degree in Scotland.
The scholarship is designed for students with Overseas fee status and provides a tuition fee reduction for every year of the undergraduate programme.
Unlike many undergraduate scholarships that prioritise academic excellence, this award is primarily means-tested and based on financial need. Students facing financial difficulties or experiencing contextual disadvantages can explain their circumstances during the application process.
Applications for 2027 entry opened on August 17, 2026, and the scholarship deadline is January 27, 2027.
Scholarship Summary.
- Host Country: United Kingdom
- Study Location: Scotland
- University: University of St Andrews
- Degree Level: Undergraduate / Bachelor’s
- Entry Year: 2027
- Eligible Students: International students with Overseas fee status
- Scholarship Type: Tuition fee reduction
- Main Selection Basis: Financial need and contextual circumstances
- Duration: Every year of the undergraduate programme
- Application Opening Date: August 17, 2026
- Application Deadline: January 27, 2027
- Admission Offer Required Before Scholarship Application: No
- Award Value: To be confirmed by December 2026
- Expected Scholarship Decision: Week commencing March 17, 2027
Degree Level
- The scholarship is available for students applying to eligible undergraduate bachelor’s degree programmes at the University of St Andrews for entry in 2027.
- The award is generally intended for students entering their first undergraduate degree at St Andrews.
- Students entering directly into second year may also be eligible, subject to the university’s requirements.
- Students transferring from another institution are not eligible under this particular scholarship.
Available Subjects.
The scholarship covers a wide range of eligible undergraduate subjects at the University of St Andrews. Depending on the programme, students can study fields such as:
- Computer Science
- Business and Management
- Economics
- International Relations
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Chemistry
- Biology
- Medicine
- Psychology
- History
- English
- Modern Languages
- Social Sciences
- Geography
- Philosophy
- Environmental Studies
- Other eligible undergraduate subjects
The BA International Honours joint programmes with William & Mary are excluded from this scholarship and have separate funding arrangements.
The University of St Andrews International Undergraduate Scholarship provides:
- A tuition fee reduction
- Financial support for each year of the undergraduate programme
- Support that can continue throughout the eligible undergraduate degree
- The opportunity to reduce the cost of studying at a leading Scottish university
The exact 2027 award amount has not yet been confirmed. St Andrews expects to confirm the value by December 2026.
Students should therefore avoid assuming that previous years’ award amounts will apply to the 2027 intake.
Eligible Nationalities.
- The scholarship is intended for students who will be charged Overseas tuition fees.
- Applicants from countries around the world may be considered if they meet the university’s Overseas fee-status and scholarship requirements.
- Students should check their individual fee status before applying because eligibility is based on the university’s classification rather than nationality alone.
Applicants should generally meet the following requirements:
- Be applying for entry to an eligible undergraduate programme at the University of St Andrews in 2027.
- Have Overseas fee status.
- Be entering their first undergraduate degree at St Andrews, subject to the university’s eligibility rules.
- Demonstrate financial need.
- Provide accurate information about household financial circumstances.
- Meet the academic and admission requirements of the chosen degree programme.
- Submit the scholarship application before the deadline.
The scholarship is not simply awarded to students with the highest grades. Financial circumstances and contextual disadvantage are important parts of the assessment.
What Financial Circumstances Can Be Considered?
Students are encouraged to explain circumstances that demonstrate why financial support is important for them.
Relevant circumstances may include:
- Genuine financial need
- Previous receipt of needs-based financial support
- Coming from a socio-economically disadvantaged area
- Having a physical, unseen, or learning disability
- Belonging to a minority group
- Other circumstances that have affected access to educational opportunities
Applicants do not need to meet every one of these conditions.
The university considers applications as a whole rather than relying on one factor alone.
- Household Income Information
- Financial information is an important part of the application.
Applicants will need to provide their gross annual household income in pounds sterling. If income is earned in another currency, applicants should provide the exchange rate used to convert the amount into GBP.
Students should prepare this information carefully and provide complete and accurate figures.
It is advisable to collect relevant household financial information well before the deadline rather than attempting to calculate it at the last minute.
Does the Scholarship Affect Admission?
- No. The undergraduate admission and scholarship processes are separate.
Students do not need to wait until they receive an admission offer before applying for the scholarship. This is an important advantage because applicants can apply for financial support while their academic application is still being processed.
Applying for the scholarship does not mean that the university will treat the applicant’s academic admission application less favorably.
Application Procedure.
Applicants should follow these steps to apply for the University of St Andrews International Undergraduate Scholarship 2027:
Step 1: Apply for an Undergraduate Degree
- First, submit your undergraduate application to the University of St Andrews for 2027 entry.
Step 2: Wait for Your Application Account
- After submitting the course application, the scholarship application should normally become available after approximately two working days.
Step 3: Log In to My Application
- Access the university’s My Application portal using the login details provided after your course application.
Step 4: Open Scholarships and Funding
- Go to the Scholarships and Funding section and locate the relevant International Undergraduate Scholarship application.
Step 5: Complete the Financial Information
- Provide your household income and other requested financial information.
- If your income is in another currency, convert it to GBP using an appropriate exchange rate and provide the required details.
Step 6: Explain Your Circumstances
- Use the application to explain your financial situation and any relevant contextual circumstances that may affect your ability to fund an international undergraduate education.
Step 7: Review the Application
- Check all financial figures and personal information carefully before submitting the application.
Step 8: Submit Before the Deadline
- Submit the completed scholarship application by January 27, 2027.
Application Deadline.
- The deadline to apply for the University of St Andrews International Undergraduate Scholarship 2027 is January 27, 2027
- Students should begin the process early because they first need to submit their undergraduate course application before accessing the scholarship application.
When Will the Result Be Announced?
- The University of St Andrews expects to announce scholarship decisions during the week commencing March 17, 2027.
- The scholarship amount for the 2027 entry is expected to be confirmed by December 2026.
Why Apply for This Scholarship?
The University of St Andrews scholarship is particularly useful for international students who may have strong academic potential but cannot easily afford overseas tuition fees.
Because the award is based primarily on financial need rather than simply academic achievement, students should focus on clearly presenting their financial circumstances and explaining why funding would make studying at St Andrews possible.
Another important advantage is that the scholarship can provide a tuition fee reduction for every year of the undergraduate programme, rather than being limited to a one-time payment.
