The University of York is committed to providing educational opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds. In line with this commitment, the university has recently announced its Equal Access Scholarships program for undergraduate students who are seeking refuge in the UK.
The Equal Access Scholarships program is designed to enable talented and motivated students from refugee backgrounds to pursue their academic dreams at the University of York. The program provides financial support to cover tuition fees, accommodation costs, and living expenses for eligible students.
These scholarships are available for the 2023 – 2024 academic year, and applications are now open. To be eligible for the program, applicants must have been granted refugee status in the UK and be currently residing in the country. They must also be applying for an undergraduate degree program at the University of York.
The Equal Access Scholarships program is a testament to the University of York’s commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education. By providing financial support to students from refugee backgrounds, the program aims to break down barriers to education and create a more inclusive academic community.
In addition to financial support, the program also offers a range of other benefits to scholarship recipients. These include access to academic support services, mentorship, and networking opportunities. The program also provides a supportive environment for students to connect with their peers and engage in social and cultural activities.
The University of York is proud to be a leader in promoting equal access to education, and the Equal Access Scholarships program is just one example of this commitment. By providing opportunities for students from refugee backgrounds to pursue their academic aspirations, the university is contributing to a more diverse and inclusive society.
If you are a student from a refugee background who is interested in pursuing an undergraduate degree at the University of York, we encourage you to apply for the Equal Access Scholarships program. This is a unique opportunity to receive financial support and access to a supportive community of peers and mentors. We look forward to welcoming you to the University of York.
The scholarship provides a full fee waiver (you will not need to pay any tuition fees) and a maintenance award of up to £12,300 to help with living costs.
Scholarship Sponsor(s): University of York, UK
Host Institution(s): University of York, UK
Scholarship Worth: Full tuition waiver & maintenance award of £12,300
Number of Awards: Several
Study Level: Undergraduates
Nationality: International Students
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The Equal Access Scholarships support asylum-seeking students to access higher education, and we also provide bursaries for refugee students and dedicated advice and support for all sanctuary seeking students and applicants.
Please note that you must have applied to the University of York before submitting an application for this scholarship.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for University of York Equal Access Scholarships, applicants are expected to meet the following conditions:
- Applicants must be international students
- Applicants must have a conditional or unconditional offer from the University of York for 2023
- Applicants must have applied for asylum before you have applied for a place at university
- Applicants must not have access to mainstream funding e.g. student finance or a local authority grant.
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Application Procedures
How-to-Apply: Eligible applicants seeking for University of York Equal Access Scholarships should apply to the University of York to study an eligible undergraduate course. Please see our ‘eligibility’ section to see courses exempt from the scholarship and advice on courses with work placements e.g. nursing, midwifery, and social work.
For guidance and support around applying to the University of York visit our undergraduate applications page.
Application Deadline: April 25, 2023
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