Students often use a mixture of funding sources to help pay for their studies, which may include scholarships.

Many external organisations offers scholarships and awards so it's worth exploring what you may be eligible for. 

Listed in the tables below you will find: 

  1. Scholarship search engines that you can use to help find an award for you  
  2. External funding organisations that offer who provide funding opportunities
These scholarships and awards are managed by organisations external to Imperial College London. Please contact them directly for information on scholarships and application procedures.
 
Imperial has no direct involvement in these awards – we provide this data for information purposes only.

Tips for applying

  1. Research in advance: Look at opportunities at least a year before your studies start. This gives you the widest range of options. You’ll also have more time to spend improving and tailoring your applications.
  2. Find your referees: Identify suitable referees who can vouch for your qualities with authority. Having them ready helps you apply early.
  3. Apply for lots of opportunities: Apply for as many opportunities as possible, if you are eligible for them. This gives you the best chance of securing funding.
  4. Apply early: Applications often close in the year before your course starts. Some awards are even given out on a first-come, first-served basis.
  5. Have a backup plan: Scholarships are highly competitive, so there is always a chance that your applications won’t be successful. Make sure you look for other sources of funding in advance.

Scholarship search engines

External funding organisations