The University of Cambridge, through the Cambridge Trust, invites applications for its fully funded Master’s scholarships for 2025 entry. The Cambridge Opportunity Studentships and Get In Cambridge Studentships aim to make world-class postgraduate education more accessible to UK-domiciled students from underrepresented or low-income backgrounds.
These two scholarship schemes are part of Cambridge’s commitment to widening participation in postgraduate education:
Cambridge Opportunity Studentships: Open to UK students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds.
Get In Cambridge Studentships: Specifically reserved for applicants from underrepresented ethnic groups, including:
Black
British Bangladeshi
British Pakistani
Both programs offer full financial support, helping eligible students overcome barriers to pursuing a Master’s degree at Cambridge.
Full tuition fee coverage (at the Home rate)
Living expenses stipend, adjusted based on any UK government postgraduate loan received
Successful candidates will be fully funded throughout their Master’s program—without the need to self-finance or take on personal debt.
Open to all taught Master’s courses at the University of Cambridge.
Basic Eligibility:
Applicants must:
Be UK-domiciled and eligible for Home fee status
Apply for a taught Master’s course at Cambridge
Not hold or be currently studying for a Master’s degree
Demonstrate financial need or lack of sufficient personal funding
Additional Considerations:
Applicants should also meet at least one of the following criteria:
Refugee or humanitarian protection status
Received Free School Meals during secondary school
Time in care or as a Foyer resident
Young carer for a dependent relative
Lived in a highly deprived UK area (based on IMD)
Received means-tested undergraduate grants or loans
First in their family to attend university
Estranged from family
A lone parent or guardian while studying
Experienced disrupted education due to personal or health issues
There is no separate scholarship application. Follow these steps to be considered:
Apply for your chosen Master’s program via the University of Cambridge Postgraduate Application Portal
Submit your application by the course-specific funding deadline listed in the Postgraduate Course Directory.
Complete the funding section of the application form to indicate your eligibility.
⚠️ Important: Applications submitted after the funding deadline will not be considered.
The Cambridge Trust is dedicated to supporting postgraduate students from diverse backgrounds. It offers a wide range of scholarships including:
Cambridge International Scholarships
Vice-Chancellor’s Awards
Cambridge Africa Scholarships
The Trust is at the forefront of Cambridge’s mission to promote inclusivity and support talent from all communities.
Founded in 1209, the University of Cambridge is one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious universities. It is renowned for:
Academic excellence
World-leading research
A global network of scholars and alumni
Strong support for equity and inclusion in education
1. Do I need a separate application for the scholarship?
No. Your standard postgraduate application includes scholarship consideration. Be sure to complete all funding-related questions.
2. What costs are covered?
These scholarships cover the full Home tuition fee and a living stipend (minus any UK postgraduate loan received).
3. Are international students eligible?
No. Only UK-domiciled applicants with Home fee status are eligible.
4. Can I apply if I already have a Master’s degree?
No. These studentships are only for applicants who do not already hold or are not currently studying for a Master’s-level qualification.
5. What happens if I miss the funding deadline?
Late applications will not be considered. Ensure you apply by the deadline specific to your course.
If you’re a UK student facing social or financial obstacles, the Cambridge Opportunity Studentships and Get In Cambridge Studentships could open the door to a world-class education at one of the most respected institutions globally. Don’t miss this chance—start your application early and meet your course’s funding deadline.