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St Leonard’s Masters Scholarship (International Students) – University of St Andrews: How to Apply

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Organization
University of St Andrews
Location
UK
Opportunity type
scholarship
Deadline
October 18, 2026
Published
September 3, 2026

Quick summary

The St Leonard’s Master’s Scholarship Scheme acknowledges outstanding postgraduate students. Applicants should highlight significant academic or personal achievements or indicate any financial need that the scholarship can assist with. Recipients may gain access to one of the university’s most esteemed awards and join a community focused on celebration and excellence. Application Deadlines Closes: 3 February 2027 Notification: Week commencing 22 March 2027 Tell Me About The Scholarship The St Leonard’s Masters Scholarship Scheme at the University of St Andrews recognises exceptional postgraduate students and offers prestigious awards based on academic excellence, wider achievement, and financial need.

Eligibility: Hold Overseas fee status. Have applied for a full‑time postgraduate Master’s programme starting August 2027 (MPP only), September 2027, or January 2028

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Overview

The St Leonard’s Master’s Scholarship Scheme acknowledges outstanding postgraduate students. Applicants should highlight significant academic or personal achievements or indicate any financial need that the scholarship can assist with. Recipients may gain access to one of the university’s most esteemed awards and join a community focused on celebration and excellence.

Application Deadlines

Closes: 3 February 2027

Notification: Week commencing 22 March 2027

Tell Me About The Scholarship

The St Leonard’s Masters Scholarship Scheme at the University of St Andrews recognises exceptional postgraduate students and offers prestigious awards based on academic excellence, wider achievement, and financial need. Applicants need to meet at least one of these criteria and can be considered for multiple scholarships through a single application.

Which Fields are Eligible

Scholarships are available for one‑year taught and research Master’s programmes, including:

MLitt, MSc, MRes, MPP

MSc (Res), MSt (Res)

MPhil (taught), MFA

Eligible Schools include

Art History

Biology

Chemistry

Computer Science

Medicine

Business School…and many more across Humanities, Sciences, and Social Sciences.

Type

Postgraduate Scholarship | Master’s (Taught & Research) | International Students

Who Can Apply

Applicants must

Hold Overseas fee status.

Have applied for a full‑time postgraduate Master’s programme starting August 2027 (MPP only), September 2027, or January 2028.

Meet at least one of the following

Demonstrate financial need.

Evidence of academic excellence (first‑class GPA, leadership potential).

Non‑academic achievement (music, theatre, sport, civic duties).

Disability or minority group status.

Previous needs‑based funding or disadvantaged background.

How Are Scholars Selected

Based on academic merit, wider achievement, and financial need.

Applicants are encouraged to provide evidence across multiple criteria.

Which Countries are Eligible

Global – open to international students with Overseas fee status.

Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken

University of St Andrews, Scotland, UK.

How Many Scholars

Multiple awards available under different categories.

What is the Benefit of the Scholarship

Global Widening Participation: Full tuition + £18,000 stipend + room reservation.

Leadership: 75% tuition fee reduction + up to £2,000 employability allowance.

Excellence: 25% or 50% tuition fee reduction + employability allowance.

How Long Will the Scholarship Last

One year (first year only for two‑year programmes).

Required Documents

Two references (one academic, one personal).

University transcripts (including interim transcripts).

Additional documents for sport/music excellence applicants (CV + video/audio evidence).

Household income details (for financial need applicants).

How to Apply

Apply for your chosen Master’s programme at St Andrews.

Wait up to 3 working days for login details to the My Application portal.

Log in, go to Scholarships and Funding, and search for St Leonard’s Masters Scholarship (International).

Upload required references and documents before 3 February 2027.

📍 Location: University of St Andrews, Scotland, UK📧 Contact: pgscholarships@st‑andrews.ac.uk

🌐 Visit the application webpage for details

Eligibility

Hold Overseas fee status. Have applied for a full‑time postgraduate Master’s programme starting August 2027 (MPP only), September 2027, or January 2028

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