Marshall Scholarship 2027 in the UK | Fully Funded Graduate Scholarship for U.S. Students

Applications are now open for the Marshall Scholarship 2027, one of the most prestigious scholarships for American students seeking graduate study in the United Kingdom. Funded by the UK Government, the program enables talented young Americans to pursue master’s or doctoral degrees at any UK university while strengthening UK–US relations.

Each year, up to 50 scholars are selected based on academic excellence, leadership potential, and ambassadorial qualities. The scholarship supports study in any academic field and provides comprehensive funding for one to three years of graduate study.

Benefits

Selected scholars receive:

• Full university tuition fees
• Monthly living stipend
• Annual book grant
• Research and travel grants
• Round-trip airfare between the United States and the UK
• Support for eligible dependent spouses
• Funding for master’s and doctoral programs at leading UK universities

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must:

• Be citizens of the United States.
• Hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. institution before the scholarship begins.
• Have a minimum GPA of 3.7.
• Have graduated from their first undergraduate institution after April 2024.
• Not hold a degree from a British university.

Selection Criteria

The Marshall Scholarship evaluates candidates on three equally weighted criteria:

• Academic Merit
• Leadership Potential
• Ambassadorial Potential

Application Deadline

29 September 2026

Opportunity Summary

• Host Country: United Kingdom
• Scholarship: Marshall Scholarship 2027
• Funding: Fully Funded
• Eligible Applicants: U.S. Citizens
• Study Levels: Master’s and PhD
• Number of Awards: Up to 50
• Deadline: 29 September 2026