Overview
The University of Cambridge, through the Cambridge Trusts, provides the Cambridge International Scholarships to top-ranked international students pursuing PhD studies. For UK and Irish nationals, the Vice-Chancellor’s Awards is offered in a similar way. The scholarship covers the University Composition Fee and a maintenance allowance sufficient for a single person. It is aimed at international students who will begin their PhD in October 2026.
Awarded by
University of Cambridge in United Kingdom
Subjects and level
Eligible research programmes leading to a PhD offered at the University
Awards available
Not specified.
Who can apply
Cambridge International Scholarships: for applicants who are from countries other than the United Kingdom or Ireland
Vice-Chancellor’s Awards: for UK and Irish nationals who are required to pay fees at the home rate
What the award covers
The scholarships pay the University Composition Fee and a maintenance allowance sufficient for a single person.
Eligibility requirements
A University Committee draws up one ranked list of all PhD candidates across all disciplines. The only factors taken into consideration in agreeing this list are academic qualifications, references and research potential. The financial situation of applicants does not affect the selection of scholarship winners. See the general eligibity requirements for Cambrige postgraduate scholarships at this link.
Application instructions:
Applications are currently closed.
To be considered for the scholarship, you must apply for admissions and then complete the funding section of the online application form via the Applicant Portal expressing your intention to be considered for funding. Applicants who wish to start their PhDs in the next academic year must apply by either the 2 December 2025 or 7 January 2026 deadline, whichever deadline is appropriate for your course.
It is important to visit the official website (link found below) to access the application form and for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.
Website:
Official Scholarship Website: https://www.cambridgetrust.org/our-scholarships/highlighted-scholarships/cambridge-international-scholarships-vice-chancellors-awards