For over a century, we have always strived to change the world by supporting the best and brightest. We believe that no-one should be denied the opportunity of a University of Leicester education because of their circumstances. We also believe that talent and hard work should be rewarded and offer a range of university scholarships to help you achieve your dreams.

Browse our range of financial support options from sports and sanctuary university scholarships to our unique Citizens of Change 100 scholarship to see which ones you are eligible for.

Citizens of Change 100 Scholarship

Ready to become a Citizen of Change? Tell us what change you want to see in the world.

Sanctuary Scholarship

As a University of Sanctuary, we are committed to supporting asylum seekers. Our sanctuary university scholarships help those most in need.

Sports scholarships

Supporting students who compete at regional, national or international level with sports university scholarships tailored to your training and development.

Scholarships for UK students

Scholarship Who is eligible? Value
Scholarship Care Leavers Bursary Who is eligible? Care leavers under 25 Value £2,000 per year
Scholarship Citizens of Change 100 Scholarship Who is eligible? Anyone holding an offer of a place at Leicester Value £2,500
Scholarship Mature Student Scholarship Who is eligible? Students aged 21 or over when they start their course Value £1,000
Scholarship Music scholarships Who is eligible? Talented musicians/singers at Grade 6 or above Value £500
Scholarship Sports scholarships Who is eligible? Students who compete at regional, national or international level Value Facilities, coaching and financial support
Scholarship University of Leicester Scholarship Who is eligible? Students from areas of low higher education participation Value £1,000 per year
Scholarship Widening Participation Scholarship Who is eligible? Mature students from certain postcodes Value £1,000

Scholarships for EU students

Scholarship Who is eligible? Value
Scholarship Citizen of Change 100 Scholarship Who is eligible? Anyone holding an offer of a place at Leicester Value 50% off first year tuition
Scholarship Music scholarships Who is eligible? Talented musicians/singers at Grade 6 or above Value £500
Scholarship Sports scholarships Who is eligible? Students who compete at regional, national or international level Value Facilities, coaching and financial support

Scholarships for international (non-EU) students

Scholarship Who is eligible? Value
Scholarship Citizens of Change 100 Scholarship Who is eligible? Anyone holding an offer of a place at Leicester Value 50% fee reduction in first year
Scholarship Family Loyalty Discount Who is eligible? Any child, sibling or spouse of a Leicester student or graduate Value 10% fee discount
Scholarship Music scholarships Who is eligible? Talented musicians/singers at Grade 6 or above Value £500
Scholarship Sanctuary Scholarships Who is eligible? Asylum seekers Value Tuition fee waiver + support package
Scholarship Sports scholarships Who is eligible? Students who compete at regional, national or international level Value Facilities, coaching and financial support

Course scholarships

Any subject-specific scholarships are indicated in the fees and funding section of each course page. You can find an in-depth guide to all the courses offered at the University of Leicester here.

Funding sources

If you find you don’t qualify for one of the above university scholarships we also offer other sources of financial support for students in special circumstances.

Deferral and transferral

Find out how a gap year, or switching course, affects which scholarships you can apply for.