The University of Cambridge is offering funding opportunities through the Cambridge Opportunity Studentships and the Get In Cambridge Studentships to help students from low-income households and under-represented backgrounds overcome financial and educational barriers.
When is the Application Deadline:
There is no separate application deadline for the studentships. You must submit your University of Cambridge admission application by the funding deadline for your course, as listed in the Postgraduate Course Directory.
🏅 Tell Me About The Award:
The Cambridge Opportunity Studentships and Get In Cambridge Studentships are funding awards for Master’s applicants from low-income households and underrepresented backgrounds. These awards aim to remove financial barriers and promote inclusion and equity at the postgraduate level.
🎓 Which Fields are Eligible?
All Master’s programmes offered at the University of Cambridge are eligible, provided you meet the course-specific requirements and the funding deadline.
📚 Type:
Postgraduate (Master’s) | Fully Funded Studentships | Equity-Based Financial Aid
👤 Who can Apply?
To be eligible, you must:
- Be applying for a Master’s programme at the University of Cambridge
- Be eligible for the Home fee rate
- Not already hold a Master’s degree or be currently studying at postgraduate level
- Confirm you lack the financial means (no savings, assets, income, or alternative awards) to fund your studies
✅ How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Meeting the essential financial criteria
- Fulfilling one or more indicators of disadvantage, including educational disruption, refugee status, care background, Free School Meals, low-income households, being a young carer, or other challenging personal or academic circumstances
Applicants must answer specific questions during the Cambridge admission process. Supporting documentation may be requested.
🌍 Which Countries Are Eligible?
UK-domiciled students only
(Note: Get In Cambridge Studentships specifically target students from Black, British Bangladeshi, or British Pakistani backgrounds.)
📍 Where will the Award be Taken?
At the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom.
💰 What is the Benefit of the Award?
The studentships cover:
- University tuition fees in full
- Living expenses (when combined with the maximum postgraduate government grant or loan)
⏳ How Long Will the Award Last?
The award covers the full duration of your Master’s degree (typically 1 year for most full-time programmes).
📝 How to Apply:
- Submit an application for admission to a University of Cambridge Master’s course by the funding deadline listed for that course
- During your application, answer the funding-related questions that determine eligibility for these studentships
- No separate scholarship application is needed
