Master's & PhDUnited KingdomPartial Funding
Cambridge Trust Scholarships 2027–28 in the UK (University of Cambridge)
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Program Overview
The Cambridge Trust funds international students at the University of Cambridge with full-cost and part-cost scholarships, so not every award covers everything. You do not apply to the Trust separately: you apply for your course through the University's postgraduate application, ask to be considered for funding, and you need a conditional offer.
For 2027–28 entry, the funding deadline depends on your course and is either 8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027. The complete application, including references, must be in by 23:59 UK time on that date. Funding offers start in February, with most made in March and April, and continue until late June. Some awards have nationality or subject rules, so check each one in the Trust's scholarship search. This page was last checked against the University of Cambridge and Cambridge Trust websites on 7 October 2026.
Key Information
Host Country
United Kingdom
Funding Type
Partial
English Requirement
Varies — check program requirements
Eligible Nations
All nationalities (many awards for international students)
Category
Partial Funding
Applications Open
Opened in September 2026 with the Cambridge postgraduate application
Status
Accepting Applications
Scholarship Benefits
University composition fee (tuition)
Maintenance allowance for full awards
Some awards are partial
Eligibility Criteria
- Applying for a full-time postgraduate course at Cambridge
- Outstanding academic record
- Apply for your course by the funding deadline
- Some awards target specific countries or subjects
Guides for this scholarship
How Applications Are Evaluated
Each scholarship provider uses its own selection criteria. Applicants should review the official scholarship guidelines for the specific criteria used to evaluate applications.
Selection information published by the provider
- Academic merit is the main basis, using the department scores from the University's postgraduate funding competition
- Academic ability and research potential, examination results and references
- A shortlist of candidates is drawn up in March
- Some scholarships also use selection panels for their own specialist criteria
Required Documents
Cambridge postgraduate application
Transcripts and degree certificates
References
Research proposal for PhD applicants
English test results if required
How to Apply
1
Choose your course and note its funding deadline
2
Complete the Cambridge postgraduate application, including the funding section
3
Submit by 8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027
4
You are considered automatically for Cambridge Trust awards
Ready to Submit?
Ensure you have reviewed all requirements and gathered your documents before starting the application.
Official Application WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
It varies by program and by your previous education. Some providers accept other English tests, and some waive the test if your earlier degree was taught in English. Check the official program requirements before you apply.
The official deadline is 12/8/2026. We highly recommend submitting your application at least a week prior to avoid server congestion.
Most universities allow you to apply with a "Hope Certificate" or provisional transcript if you are in your final semester, provided you graduate before the intake starts.
This varies by university. Many fully funded scholarships cover or waive application fees, but some may still require an initial processing fee. Refer to the official guidelines.
For PhD and some Master's programs, securing an acceptance letter from a professor is often mandatory. For undergraduate programs, it is usually not required.
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