Chevening Scholarships 2027/28 (UK Government)

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.

• 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

• 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

• 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)

• 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