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University of Sheffield International UG Merit Scholarship 2025

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Eligibility

UG degree applicants at the University of Sheffield

Region

United Kingdom

Award

An annual financial assistance worth £10,000 (₹11,05,000) towards the tuition fee

Deadline

Closed

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About The Program

University of Sheffield International UG Merit Scholarship 2025 is an opportunity offered by the University of Sheffield, for international students starting their undergraduate studies at the university. A total of 75 selected candidates will receive a competitive award as financial assistance worth £10,000 (₹11,05,000) per year towards the tuition fees. 

Source: University of Sheffield

EligibilityDeadline Date: Closed

To be eligible, an applicant must:-

  • be a citizen of India or one of the specified countries
  • have received an offer for a full-time undergraduate course at the University of Sheffield
  • have secured 60% marks or above (Weighted Marking Grade)
  • have achieved a minimum of 120 credits in the previous academic year
  • be classified as a self-funded student for tuition fee purposes 

Note:- 

  • All undergraduate degree courses are eligible except for Medicine (A100/A101) and Dentistry (A200).
  • Students currently enrolled at the University of Sheffield in a non-USIC Foundation year program are also ineligible.
Benefits

A total of 75 selected candidates will receive a competitive award of £10,000 (₹11,05,000) per year towards their tuition fees for the duration of their undergraduate degree, subject to maintaining a minimum average of 60%.

Documents
  • A valid passport (if applicable)
  • Academic transcripts including marksheet and certificates (if applicable)
  • A  personal statement answering the specified questions

Note:- Refer to the 'Personal Statement' document for more details. 

How can you apply?

Eligible candidates can apply for the scholarship using the steps listed below:-
Step 1: Click the ‘Apply Now’ button below.
Step 2: Click on the 'Register' button on the right-hand side of the dashboard and fill in the required details to 'Register'. (Note: If already registered, log in using the registered email ID.)
Step 3: Navigate to the 'How to Apply' section and click on the 'Apply for an International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship 2025' link.
Step 4: Now, click on 'I have a UoS MUSE account' to proceed with the scholarship application process.
Step 5: Login using valid credentials.
Step 6: Fill in the required details, upload the necessary documents and submit.

More Details
Important Dates

Application Deadline: 22nd April 2025, till 1 PM (UK time)

Selection Criteria

Candidates will be selected through a competitive selection process, and not all applications will be successful. A panel of senior staff will select the strongest applications based on the following criteria:

  • Applicants must demonstrate a strong academic record.
  • Applicants must demonstrate excellence and initiative through achievements in their educational, voluntary, or extracurricular activities.
  • Applicants should demonstrate how their achievements connect to the chosen course at the University of Sheffield and how these experiences align with their future ambitions.
Terms and Conditions
  • The International Undergraduate Merit Scholarship 2025 cannot be combined with the following scholarships offered in 2025:
    • International Baccalaureate Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
    • NCUK Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
    • GEMS Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
    • International School of Choueifat Merit Scholarship
    • DPS Undergraduate Merit Scholarship
    • International Undergraduate Scholarship 2025
  • The merit scholarship applies to full-time undergraduate studies at the university, excluding any industrial placements or optional study-abroad semesters.
  • Failure to meet the conditions of the course offer will result in the withdrawal of the scholarship award.
  • If a student changes their degree program to begin a new one at level 1, they may forfeit their scholarship.
  • Students who change their degree program within the same year of study (e.g., from 1-year BA English to 2-year BA English Literature and Language) may be eligible to retain their merit scholarship, subject to meeting the program's eligibility and award criteria.
  • The merit scholarship is awarded for a maximum of four academic years. It does not cover industry internships or semesters abroad.
  • The scholarship will be awarded as a tuition fee discount only. No cash alternative is available.
  • Scholarship committee decisions are final. Applications and appeals submitted after the deadline cannot be reviewed.
  • The University awards scholarships based on predicted grades in good faith. However, if a student awarded such a scholarship fails to meet their predicted grades but is still admitted to the program, the University reserves the right to withdraw the scholarship.
  • The University awards scholarships based on predicted grades in good faith. However, if a student awarded such a scholarship fails to meet their predicted grades but is still admitted to the program, the University reserves the right to withdraw the scholarship.
  • Deferring entry to a future year will result in the forfeiture of this scholarship.
  • The scholarship cannot be received during years spent intercalating.
  • Part-time students will receive a prorated share of the scholarship value distributed for one full-time academic year.
Contact Details

The University of Sheffield
Western Bank
Sheffield, S10 2TN
Email ID: financialhelp@sheffield.ac.uk | Contact Number: +44 114 222 2000 

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