Status
Open for 2026-27 Academic Year
Sponsor
Richmond American University London
Award
£4,500 reduction in tuition fee for new postgraduate students
Eligibility
New postgraduate students enrolling during the 2026-27 academic year.
Application
No separate application is needed.
What is the Richmond International Futures Scholarship?
The Richmond International Futures Scholarship is a new, £4,500 fee-reduction scholarship for high-achieving international students joining any postgraduate (Master’s) degree from September 2026, from selected countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East. See below for the full list of eligible countries.
Why should I study at Richmond American University London?
- Degrees that are American and British accredited
- Flexible, US style education with smaller class sizes and personalised support
- Study Abroad, Internships and global employability skills
Who is eligible to apply for the Richmond International Futures Scholarship?
New enrolled students to degree programmes are eligible if you:
- Are international
- Have received an offer to study on one of our postgraduate degree programmes
- Have applied direct through our website (not with an agent)
- Have completed a first-class bachelor’s degree or international equivalent (typically 3.7GPA or higher).
- Shows clear motivation to advance your career through your choice of Master’s programme (application and personal statement).
This scholarship is available to applicants holding nationality from one of these countries below:
- Algeria
- Azerbaijan
- Brazil
- Egypt
- Ghana
- Indonesia
- Kazakhstan
- Mexico
- Morocco
- Philippines
- South Africa
- Thailand
- Tunisia
- Turkey
- Uzbekistan
- Vietnam
How do I apply for the Richmond International Futures Scholarship?
Application
You do not need to make a separate application to this scholarship if you have already applied to a postgraduate degree programme at the University. Your programme application will be assessed for this scholarship by the Office of Admissions.
Your application must be submitted through our website application portal to be considered for this scholarship.
If you have not yet applied for a programme, view postgraduate programmes below and get started.
Why should I accept a scholarship from Richmond American University London?
Our programmes offer:
- American and British dual accredited degrees
- Flexible, US style education with smaller class sizes and personalised support
- Study Abroad, Internships and global employability skills to help achieve your career goals.
Selection
New students are assessed and selected for this scholarship based on merit (previous academic performance) and have received an offer to study on one the University’s postgraduate degree programmes.
Students can normally only receive one institutional postgraduate scholarship, so this would not normally be combined with other scholarships.
As well as meeting all requirements for entry to the programme, you will need to have paid your deposit to confirm your acceptance.
Terms and Conditions
What are the Terms and Conditions of receiving the Richmond International Futures Scholarship?
What are the Terms and Conditions of receiving the Richmond International Futures Scholarship?
All scholarships at Richmond American University London are awarded with terms and conditions for receiving a scholarship or award. When you accept your scholarship offer, you agree to these terms and conditions as well as your student contract – all are sent to you at the time of your offer of a place on one of our degree programmes.
To be eligible to receive this scholarship, you must meet the entry requirements to the programme and have completed an undergraduate degree, UK First class classification, or the international equivalent of this (equivalent to a 3.7GPA or higher).
Are there any circumstances that might affect this scholarship?
Currently the Richmond International Futures Scholarship is based upon current fees. The university also reserves the right to adjust the value, volume and criteria of its scholarships should fees change.
The University will still endeavour to provide scholarships that provide students value for money and help students reduce student fee debt.
Can I receive other funding along with this scholarship? TBC
You may be eligible to receive this award along with loans from Student Finance England (SFE) or other personal funding options. The final calculation excludes SFE interest and is based on 48 months & 36 months comparison, it is acknowledged that universities will vary with start and completion times.
For further information please email [email protected].
What are the requirements for maintaining the Richmond International Futures Scholarship as a student?
What are the requirements for maintaining the Richmond International Futures Scholarship as a student?
All scholarships at Richmond American University London are awarded with terms and conditions for maintaining your award as a student. When you accept your scholarship offer, you agree to these terms and conditions as well as your student contract – both are sent to you at the time of your offer of a place on one of our degree programmes.
To main this scholarship, you are expected to:
- remain in good standing as a student, and
- make a positive contribution to university life.
What does it mean to make a positive contribution to university life at Richmond and why is this important?
Research indicates that students who are involved in their academic community are high achievers, develop more skills and are more confident and articulate people. Engaging in the activities we outline here also results in a more positive, fulfilling student experience.
Planning and tracking your involvement is really easy and is managed through the University’s Careers Portal operated by the Student Affairs Office.
- Volunteering for five hours a semester on one of the following:
- Student Ambassadors
- Student Representation
- Student Leadership
- Participating or running Clubs and Societies
- Working on Campus
- Working in the community
- Local volunteering
- Take part in the Richmond Leadership Academy, and complete the Bronze Award as a minimum.
At Richmond, we consider this important to your personal, social and career development, for cultural and interpersonal awareness, work experience and global citizenship. For further information please email [email protected].
Scholarships and Bursaries Policy
Please read the complete Scholarships and Bursaries Policy that applies to this Award.
