University of York Equal Access Scholarships for International Students 2025

University of York offers Equal Access Scholarships for asylum-seeking undergraduate students in the UK for the 2025-2026 academic session. The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a maintenance award of up to £12,300 to assist with living expenses.

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The Equal Access Scholarships aim to support asylum-seeking students in pursuing higher education. The University also offers bursaries for refugee students and provides advice and support for sanctuary seekers. Applicants must have applied to the University of York before applying for the scholarship.

Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must be international students
• Applicants must hold a conditional or unconditional offer from the University of York for 2025
• Applicants must have applied for asylum before applying for a university place
• Applicants must lack access to mainstream funding such as student finance or local authority grants

Application Procedures

Eligible applicants should apply to the University of York for an eligible undergraduate course to be considered for the Equal Access Scholarships. Visit the undergraduate applications page on the University’s website for guidance and support. The application deadline is April 25, 2025. Visit the Official Website for More Information

FAQs

Who is eligible to apply for the Equal Access Scholarship at the University of York?

The Equal Access Scholarship is available to international (non-EU) students residing in the UK who are seeking sanctuary. To be eligible, applicants must have applied for asylum before applying to the University of York and must not have access to mainstream funding, such as student finance or local authority grants. Eligible immigration statuses include Discretionary or Limited Leave to Remain (DLR/LLR), Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR), Humanitarian Protection (HP) without access to mainstream funding, awaiting a decision on an application for refugee status, leave as an Unaccompanied Asylum Seeking Child (UASC leave), refused asylum seekers who have submitted an appeal or fresh claim, and dependents or partners of individuals with these statuses.

What does the Equal Access Scholarship cover?

For undergraduate students, the scholarship provides a full tuition fee waiver and a maintenance award of up to £12,300 to assist with living costs. For postgraduate taught students, it offers a full tuition fee waiver and a maintenance award of up to £14,880.

How can I apply for the Equal Access Scholarship?

Applicants must first apply to the University of York and receive a conditional or unconditional offer for the 2026 academic year. After securing an offer, applicants can apply for the Equal Access Scholarship through the university’s scholarship application form. The application requires the UCAS personal ID, York Application ID, a supporting statement, and evidence of asylum status, such as a biometric residence permit. Applicants may also be asked to provide an additional reference from a school, college, community, or voluntary group.

Are there any courses or applicants that are not eligible for the scholarship?

Yes, certain courses and applicants are ineligible. The scholarship is not available to those who have already completed an undergraduate degree. Additionally, applicants to the Hull York Medical School, the two-year LLB (Hons) Law (Senior Status) program, or courses that include work placements (if the applicant does not have the right to work in the UK) are not eligible. Applicants should carefully consider their immigration documentation, especially if applying for courses with work placements, and seek legal advice if necessary.