Chevening Scholarships 2027/28 (UK Government)
About this scholarship
Chevening is the UK government’s flagship international scholarship, fully funding a one-year master’s degree at any UK university for emerging leaders from over 160 eligible countries and territories. Around 1,500 awards are made globally each year.
Beyond funding, Chevening is known for its alumni network and the access it gives scholars to UK institutions, events, and professional communities. Selection is holistic: leadership potential, networking ability, and a clear plan to use the degree back home matter as much as grades.
Applications for the 2027/28 cycle are expected to open in August 2026 and close on 7 October 2026, so start preparing your four essays and references now.
Eligibility
- Citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory
- Bachelor's degree that qualifies you for a UK master's
- At least 2 years (2,800 hours) of work experience
- Apply to three eligible UK university courses and receive an unconditional offer by the set deadline
- Return to your home country for at least 2 years after the award
Benefits & Coverage
- Full university tuition fees
- Monthly living allowance
- Economy return airfare to the UK
- Arrival and homeward departure allowances
- Cost of one visa application
- Travel grant for official Chevening events
Required Documents
- Valid passport or national ID
- University transcripts and degree certificates
- Two references
- Three UK course choices
- Four application essays (leadership, networking, study plan, career plan)
How to Apply
- Check your country's eligibility on the official website
- Prepare essays and references before the portal opens in August 2026
- Submit the online application by the October deadline
- Shortlisted candidates are interviewed at British embassies and high commissions
- Secure an unconditional UK university offer by the following July
Frequently asked questions
Is Chevening Scholarships 2027/28 fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Fully funded (tuition, monthly stipend, flights, allowances). Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Chevening Scholarships 2027/28 cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Masters.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is October 7, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory; Bachelor's degree that qualifies you for a UK master's; At least 2 years (2,800 hours) of work experience; Apply to three eligible UK university courses and receive an unconditional offer by the set deadline; and more (see thโฆ See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
