Embark on your academic journey in the UK! Exciting news awaits—UCL Access Opportunity Scholarships are now open for applications. In this article, we will explain this scholarship in depth, including its advantages and a detailed step-by-step guide to the application process.
The UCL Access Opportunity Scholarships for the academic year 2025-2026 are fully funded undergraduate scholarships designed for international students. University College London offers these scholarships, which cover tuition fees and provide a living allowance of £12,000 per year.
The primary objective of the Access Opportunity Scholarship is to support individuals who, due to their immigration status, are unable to secure student loans to pursue higher education.
About University College London (UCL)
UCL is recognized as one of the world’s foremost multidisciplinary universities. It hosts over 11,000 staff and more than 39,000 students from around 150 countries. Established in 1826 in central London, UCL was among the first universities in England to welcome students regardless of their religion and was also a pioneer in offering women equal educational opportunities.
Scholarship Overview
Level of Study: Undergraduate
Institution: University College London
Study Location: United Kingdom
Program Duration: Four years
Application Deadline: May 19, 2025
Fields of Study: Various (listed below)
Available Courses
UCL offers a wide range of undergraduate programs eligible for this scholarship, including:
- History
- Languages
- Anthropology
- Applied Medical Sciences
- Archaeology
- Architectural and Interdisciplinary Studies
- Arts
- Law
- Biochemistry
- Biomedical Sciences
- Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Earth Sciences
- Economics
- Geography
- Business
- Education
- Engineering (Electronic and Electrical)
- Engineering (Mechanical with Business Finance)
- English
- Geology
- Human Sciences
- Politics
- Management Science
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Medical Sciences
- Medicine
- Natural Sciences
- Pharmacology
- Philosophy
- Statistics
- Sport
Scholarship Benefits
- Recipients of the UCL Access Opportunity Scholarship will receive the following:
- Full coverage of tuition fees
- A living allowance of £12,000 per year for the standard duration of the program at UCL
- Continuation of the scholarship is subject to satisfactory academic performance each year.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the UCL Access Opportunity Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Language Proficiency: English
Eligible Applicants: Students from any country
Must have an offer to study an undergraduate program at UCL.
Must be asylum seekers, children of asylum seekers, unaccompanied asylum-seeking children, or forced migrants with temporary leave as a result of asylum or human rights applications (e.g., limited leave to remain, discretionary leave to remain, humanitarian protection).
Must be unable to access student finance due to immigration status.
Application Process
To apply for the UCL Access Opportunity Scholarship, follow these steps:
Download the application form and guidance notes from the official UCL website.
Complete the application and gather all required supporting documents.
Submit the completed application and supporting materials to studentfunding@ucl.ac.uk.
Selection Criteria
Successful candidates will be informed by August 2025. The selection process will consider the applicant’s financial situation, residency, and academic merit. Candidates are required to demonstrate these factors during the application.
Global Excellence Scholarships
These scholarships aim to support students with academic potential who can positively contribute to the diverse UCL community. Applicants must:
Be classified as international students for fee purposes (including EU students paying international fees).
Have received an offer to enroll in an eligible undergraduate or master’s program starting in September 2025.
Selection Criteria:
Academic excellence as demonstrated in the application.
Clear demonstration of academic ambition, career aspirations, social responsibility, and engagement with the UCL community.
Applicants are expected to present their motivation for the chosen program, their future goals, and how receiving the scholarship will impact their academic journey.
Being part of UCL means becoming a member of a globally recognized institution known for its exceptional teaching, research, and commitment to providing a world-class educational experience. UCL students are encouraged to become ambassadors of positive change, actively engaging with the community and exemplifying the university’s values.