100% Fully Funded Southampton Presidential International Scholarship 2026
The University of Southampton has officially launched the Southampton Presidential International Scholarship for the 2026/27 academic year. This is the institution’s most competitive funding award, designed to support elite international talent who align their academic goals with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Unlike standard bursaries, this elite scheme offers a 100% tuition fee waiver to the top-ranked global applicants, making it one of the most sought-after full-ride opportunities in the United Kingdom.
Funding Breakdown and Award Value
The university provides 25 awards in total, ranked by the strength of the candidate’s application.
| Award Tier | Number of Awards | Benefit Coverage |
| Tier 1: Full Waiver | 10 Winners | 100% Tuition Fees Covered |
| Tier 2: Major Grant | 15 Winners | £10,000 Tuition Reduction |
| Duration (UG) | Entire Degree | Covers every year of undergraduate study |
| Duration (PGT) | 1 Year | Covers the full 12-month Master’s period |
Candidate Requirements
- Status: Must be an international student paying “Overseas” tuition fees.
- Academic Level: New Undergraduate or Postgraduate Taught (Master’s) applicants.
- Exclusions: Not available for PhD (PGR), Foundation, or Distance Learning students.
- Scholarship Rule: Candidates cannot hold another external full-fee scholarship simultaneously.
- Offer Status: You must already hold a formal offer of admission from Southampton before you can submit the scholarship form.
Eligible Fields of Study
- Engineering & Technology: Aeronautical, Astronautical, Civil, Mechanical, Ship Science, and Acoustical Engineering.
- Computer Science & IT: Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Cyber Security, and Computer Science.
- Business & Law: Accounting, Finance, Marketing, MBA, Management, and International Law (LLM).
- Sciences: Physics, Astronomy, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Ocean and Earth Science, and Mathematics.
- Health & Medicine: Medicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, and Public Health.
- Arts & Humanities: History, English, Philosophy, Music, Film, and Archaeology.
- Social Sciences: Economics, Politics, International Relations, Psychology, Sociology, and Education.
- Art & Design: Fine Art, Fashion, Graphic Arts, and Games Design (offered at the Winchester School of Art).
Application Strategy
To secure the 100% tuition fee waiver, your application must demonstrate elite international talent through a high-scoring Presidential Scholarship statement. Focus your responses on the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically linking your chosen degree to global impact. To prove your academic excellence, highlight research or projects that distinguish you from the global applicant pool. Furthermore, your “Global Ambassador” plan must be concrete; the selection committee prioritizes candidates who show a clear commitment to representing the university internationally. Finally, ensure your household income and fee status are verified early, as the ranking process is highly competitive and time-sensitive.
Application Deadlines and Key Dates
All scholarship submissions must be finalized by the strict deadline of April 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM UK Time. Following a formal selection review throughout May, the university will notify successful winners of their funding status by the end of the month.
Official Source
To access the full eligibility criteria and the specific UN SDG application questions, visit the official scholarship page:https://www.southampton.ac.uk/study/fees-funding/international/scholarships
To begin your course application and access the scholarship form via the applicant portal, visit the main university website:https://www.southampton.ac.uk/