University of Exeter Undergraduate Excellence Scholarships 2026/27

The Exeter Excellence Scholarships recognise outstanding academic achievement, offering funding to help cover the costs of studying at the University of Exeter. University of Exeter are committed to attracting talented students from around the world to become part of our dynamic university environment, where you will have access to exceptional teaching, learning, and academic research whilst contributing to the University's vibrant global community. 

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Interview Process
• Application Documents
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineFebruary 12, 2026
• Value£3,000 - £5,000
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorUniversity of Exeter
• City to studyExeter
• School to studyUniversity of Exeter
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

Awards of £3,000 or £5,000 (recurring) are being offered

Requirements

You can apply for one of these scholarships if you:

• have International fee status (including any EU students required to pay International fees in 2026/27);
• already hold an offer (conditional or unconditional) to study an eligible Undergraduate degree at the University of Exeter, entering year one of that programme directly in September 2026.

Students progressing from University of Exeter International Study Centre (ISC) International Foundation are not eligible. 

(These scholarships are intended for self-funded students.)

Selection Process

Scholarship recipients are selected on:

• Academic merit, based on the information you have supplied in your UCAS application.  Applicants will be expected to demonstrate that they have achieved or are able to achieve the equivalent of GCE A level grades AAB. See the Entry Requirements pages for further guidance.
• The ability to demonstrate the following as part of the application process: academic and career ambition; a clear plan for making the most of the study opportunity; a sense of social responsibility and willingness to engage with the Exeter community. 

Round 1 of this scholarship scheme closes on Thursday 12 February 2026.
Eligible offer holders who apply by this date will be notified by email of the outcome of their scholarship application by the end of Thursday 12 March 2026. 

Application Documents

A personal statement (of no more than 300 words) is required as part of the form, responding to the following questions:

1. What are your ambitions for the future and how will your studies at Exeter help you to achieve them?
2. What will you contribute to the study experience/environment on campus at Exeter?  
3. As a scholar, how might you act as an ambassador for the University?

Application Deadline

February 12, 2026

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to University of Exeter on forms.office.com to apply

For more details, visit University of Exeter Scholarship webpage