Students studying in drop-in chairs in Hallward Library.From left to right: Hannah Parker, Gloria Lowe, Liberty Lee (background).

Scholarships

Competitive funding opportunities based on a range of factors, such as financial need, academic potential or non-academic skills

Students who show outstanding achievement can be rewarded with financial support during their studies through a scholarship.

Scholarships are non-repayable in most cases; however, they are competitive due to limited availability. Students can apply for the scholarship of their choice and applicants are assessed based on how closely they fit the criteria.

We have a range of scholarships available for those with different skills, abilities and backgrounds. Explore the scholarships below to find one that’s right for you.

Potential scholarships

Funding for students from lower income backgrounds

Faculty Alumni Scholarships

Faculty-specific scholarships funded by alumni

Witty Entrepreneurial Scholars

For students with an entrepreneurial spirit

Sports scholarships

Academy, national or international sportspeople

The Stoneygate Award

For academic students with personal barriers

Subject specific scholarships

Competitive scholarships based on your subject

Local scholarships

For students from around the East Midlands

Asylum seekers and refugees

Scholarships for those seeking or granted asylum

Halford Scholarship Programme

For students with a strong academic ability

Entrepreneurship Fund

Supporting students to discover innovative ideas

Travel scholarships

For students who travel or study abroad

Bursaries

If you don’t meet the criteria for these scholarships or are unsuccessful in your application, you may still be eligible to receive a bursary. Some of our bursaries have unlimited availability, so you are guaranteed to receive funding if you meet the eligibility criteria.

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Ask us anything

Our student enquiry centre can assist you in finding the information you need. If you’re still struggling, head to our help page where you can find details of how to make an enquiry, contact us in-person or online.