Which UK scholarships close in March 2026?

Scholarships closing in March 2026 include the UCL Undergraduate Health Impact Scholarship, UCL Global Healthcare Leaders Scholarship, Queen Margaret University International Scholarship, London Interdisciplinary School Future Leaders Scholarship, and Imperial College London EEE MSc Studentships.

Which UK scholarships close in April 2026?

April deadlines include the University of Bristol Think Big Undergraduate Awards, University of Exeter Excellence Scholarships, and Cranfield University International Scholarships.

Do high-value UK scholarships require applications?

Most high-value scholarships require a full application, including personal statements or academic evidence. Automatic awards tend to be lower in value.

UK scholarships closing soon: March & April 2026 deadlines (UG & PG guide)

20 Mar

Written By Paul Hebron

Group of students looking at their laptops representing international students reviewing scholarship opportunities

If you’re planning to study in the UK in September 2026, this is one of the most important points in the scholarship cycle.

We’re currently putting the finishing touches to the full Scholarship Scanner database. In the meantime, we’re sharing a comprehensive list of UK scholarships closing at the end of March and throughout April 2026.

These are some of the most valuable and competitive scholarships available to international students — and many won’t reopen later in the cycle.

Why March and April are critical for UK scholarships

Many international students underestimate this window — but it’s where some of the best funding opportunities are allocated.

High-value scholarships often close early (March–April)
Many require a separate application
Awards can range from £5,000 to full tuition + living costs

👉 Missing these deadlines can significantly reduce your funding options.

There’s also a major policy shift to consider:

👉 September 2026 is expected to be the final intake offering a full two-year Graduate Route visa before it is reduced to 18 months.

That makes this intake especially important for students looking to gain UK work experience after graduating.

Best UK scholarships closing at the end of March 2026

These are some of the top UK scholarships with March deadlines, including both undergraduate and postgraduate funding.

Undergraduate scholarships (March and April deadlines)

Only a handful of undergraduate scholarships fall into this deadline window, but several are among the highest‑value UG awards in the UK.

University of Greenwich – Early Applicant Undergraduate Scholarship

Deadline: 27 March 2026 This automatic award offers £3,500 for early applicants across all subject areas. It’s one of the earliest UG deadlines in the cycle and a strong option for students who already have their documents ready.

London Interdisciplinary School – BASc Future Leaders Scholarship

Deadline: 30 March 2026 A standout award offering a 50% tuition fee discount for students demonstrating leadership potential. Open to all subjects and automatically assessed.

University College London – Undergraduate Health Impact Scholarship

Deadline: 31 March 2026 One of the most valuable UG awards closing in March, offering £10,000 per year (up to £30,000 total) for students on Business & Health programmes. Application required.

University College London – Global Healthcare Leaders Scholarship

Deadline: 31 March 2026 A competitive £15,000 award for students pursuing healthcare‑related management and digital health programmes.

Queen Margaret University – International Scholarships

Deadline: 31 March 2026 A £3,000 application‑based scholarship open to all subject areas.

University of Bristol – Think Big Undergraduate Awards

Deadline: 10 April 2026 A major UG scholarship scheme offering significant tuition fee reductions. Open to all subjects and requires an application.

University of Exeter – Exeter Excellence Scholarships

Deadline: 23 April 2026 These competitive awards offer £5,000 or £3,000 for high‑achieving students across a wide range of disciplines.

Postgraduate scholarships (March and April deadlines)

Imperial College London – EEE MSc Studentships

Deadline: 31 March 2026 One of the most generous PG awards closing in March, offering £22,000 for students in Electrical & Electronic Engineering MSc pathways. Automatically assessed.

Imperial College London – Department of Bioengineering Scholarship (MSc)

Deadline: 11 March 2026 A £4,999 automatic award for Bioengineering MSc applicants. Although early March, it sits within the same critical window for students applying now.

Imperial College London – Department of Aeronautics MSc Scholarship

Deadline: 1 March 2026 A full‑fee scholarship for Aeronautics MSc applicants. Highly competitive and application‑based.

Cranfield University – Cranfield International Scholarships

Deadline: 30 April 2026 Cranfield offers two major international awards closing at the end of April:

£15,000 for students from Europe and Central Asia
£10,000 for students from all other regions

These apply to business‑related MSc programmes including Finance, Logistics, Management, and Strategic Marketing.

City, University of London – City Law School Scholarships

Deadline: 1 May 2026 While technically just outside April, these are worth flagging because they are major PG awards:

Dean’s Scholarship (full fees)
Academic Excellence Scholarship (£5,000)

Both require strong academic performance and a separate application.

Final thoughts

This is a crucial window for students aiming for September 2026 entry — not only because of scholarship deadlines, but because it’s the last intake eligible for two full years of post‑study work before the Graduate Route reduces to 18 months.

We’ll continue refining our full scholarship database, but these are the opportunities students should prioritise right now. If you’re advising students, encourage them to prepare early, gather documents, and submit applications well before the deadlines.

Paul Hebron