Apply for the Imperial Marshall Scholarship for American Students in the UK 2025

Applications for the 2025 Imperial Marshall Scholarship are now open. Please find more information below about the application process, the rules associated with applying for a scholarship, what the selection committee looks for in a successful candidate, and course selection.

When is the Application Deadline:

• 24 September 2024 (5:00 PM) – Deadline for applicants and recommenders.
• 26 September 2024 (5:00 PM) – Deadline for endorsement and submission by US institutions.

Tell Me About The Award:

The Imperial Marshall Scholarship is a prestigious award that allows talented American students to pursue postgraduate studies at any university in the United Kingdom. The scholarship aims to strengthen the relationship between the UK and the US by fostering intellectual and personal growth among future leaders.

Which Fields are Eligible:

The Marshall Scholarship supports a wide range of postgraduate courses across various disciplines, excluding:

• Second BA/BSc degrees
• MBA programs
• MSc/MFE in Financial Economics
• PG Diplomas/Certificates
• Degrees leading to professional qualifications in medicine, dentistry, veterinary science, and law
• Courses that require extended periods away from the UK or joint degrees with universities outside the UK
• Distance learning degrees or those with significant online components
• Master’s programs exceeding 12 or 24 months
• Supervised research not leading to a degree qualification
• Courses starting in January
• Part-time degrees

Type:

Scholarship

Who can Apply?

• Citizenship: US citizens at the time of application.
• Education: Hold a first undergraduate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the United States by the time the scholarship begins (September 2024).
• GPA: Minimum GPA of 3.7 at the time of application.
• Graduation Date: Graduated from undergraduate college or university after April 2021.
• UK Studies: Must not have studied for or hold a degree or equivalent qualification from a British university and must not have studied for GCSEs or A Levels in the UK.

Which Countries Are Eligible?

United States

Where will the Award be Taken?

United Kingdom

What is the Benefit of the Award?

The Marshall Scholarship is a full award that covers:

• University fees
• Living expenses
• Thesis, annual book grant, and research grants
• Daily travel grants

How Long Will the Award Last?

• One-Year Marshall Scholarship: 12 months
• Two-Year Marshall Scholarship: 24 months

How to Apply for the Marshall Scholarship:

1. Review Requirements: Carefully read the Rules for Candidates and understand the objectives of the Marshall Scholarship Programme.
2. Submit Online Application: Complete the online application form and submit it to your undergraduate institution for endorsement. The institution will decide whether to endorse your application and submit it to the appropriate regional committee.
3. Institutional Endorsement: The application must be endorsed by the President, Provost, or Academic Dean of your US undergraduate institution. Ensure all components, including three letters of recommendation and the letter of endorsement, are submitted by the specified deadlines.
4. Track Application: Monitor the progress of your application online.

What Happens Next:

• Review Process: Applications are reviewed at eight regional centers in the United States. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed in November.
• Final Selection: Successful candidates will receive written confirmation of their scholarship and must accept or decline the offer within 10-12 days.

Visit the Award Webpage for Details: For more information and to apply, please visit the Marshall Scholarship website.

Contact Information: If you have any questions about the program, please contact the Student Financial Support Team.