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United Kingdom Undergraduate Scholarships

Richmond American University London, one of the first institutions to introduce the liberal arts to the UK, continues to lead with its innovative, multi-disciplinary approach to education. Our Liberal Arts Award is a testament to this tradition, offering UK students a scholarship that reflects our commitment to providing a diverse, flexible, and comprehensive academic experience.

Eligible students can benefit from this generous scholarship throughout their studies. It can be combined with Student Finance England Loans and other personal funding options, making higher education more accessible. With the UK scholarship, you can save £3,085 on tuition fees each academic year, reducing your annual fees from £9,250 to £6,165—ensuring that your academic journey is more affordable.

Scholarships Awards
Scholarship Qualifications Amount (fee discount)
Liberal Arts Award Subject to meeting university entry requirements, Direct Applications and UCAS £3,085 per year

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Terms and Conditions: 1.Continuation of the Liberal Arts Award after the first year is conditional on the student achieving a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 from the previous academic year, remaining in good standing and making a positive contribution to University life. 2.The government is currently reviewing fees in the UK, and the University reserves the right to alter the scholarship offer should the fees be reduced. The University will still endeavour to provide scholarships that provide students value for money and help students reduce student fee debt. Currently the Liberal Arts Award is based upon a fee of £9,250. 3.The SFE calculation does not include other scholarships from other Universities, however, Richmond offers its scholarship on an annual basis. 4.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. 5.The scholarships may vary if fee changes. 6.Richmond has sole discretion to assign, vary or withdraw this award. 7.We reserve the right to adjust the value, volume and eligibility criteria of our scholarships.

The Richmond American University London Difference

  • Our scholarships mean that UK students can leave Richmond with lower debt levels than if they attend many other UK universities
  • Based on tuition fees of £9,250 in UK universities each year over a three year degree programme, most students will have a loan of £27,750 when they leave (£9,250 x 3)
  • At Richmond, where UK students may be eligible for a Liberal Arts Award, this means they can save £3,085 each year off the tuition fees which are £9,250, taking out a loan if needed for the balance of £6,165. Based on a three year programme at Richmond their total loan (excluding interest) would be £6,165 x 3, £18,495 (saving £9,255). Over a four year programme, their total loan (excluding interest) would be £6,165 x 4, £24,660 (saving £3,090)
  • Either way, our Liberal Arts Award represents great value for money, saving UK students anywhere between £3,090 and £9,255 over many other UK universities

The figures and estimated debt reduction indicated above are based on the Liberal Arts Award. This Award may be subject to change in future intakes.

EU Undergraduate Scholarships


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Terms and Conditions: 1.Continuation of the EU Unity in Diversity Majors Award after the first year is conditional on the student achieving a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 from the previous academic year, remaining in good standing and making a positive contribution to University life. 2.The government is currently reviewing fees in the UK, and the University reserves the right to alter the scholarship offer should the fees be reduced. The University will still endeavour to provide scholarships that provide students value for money and help students reduce student fee debt. Currently the EU Unity in Diversity Majors Award is based upon a fee of £9,250. 3.The SFE calculation does not include other scholarships from other Universities, however, Richmond offers its scholarship on an annual basis. 4.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. 5.The scholarships may vary if fee changes. 6.Richmond has sole discretion to assign, vary or withdraw this award. 7.We reserve the right to adjust the value, volume and eligibility criteria of our scholarships.

Cyril Taylor Bursaries at Richmond American University London

At Richmond, we strive to help students reach their full potential. The Cyril Taylor Bursaries offer additional financial aid to UK and US fee-paying students who require it the most. 

UK Students

Award value

  • £4,000 of cash bursaries throughout your degree
  • £1,000 cash bursary in first, second, third, and final year

Number of cash bursary awards: UK: 15 (new students)

Application process

Apply here

Once you have applied to study an undergraduate degree course at Richmond, you should make an application for student finance.Provided you and your parents/guardians have consented to share your information on your Student Finance application, we will assess you automatically based on your household income. This will allow us to view your details on a portal at the Student Finance website. The portal will only provide the information we need to assess your entitlement to an Award. 

Eligibility criteria:  

  • You must have completed enrolment for the first year of a full-time undergraduate/extended degree programme at Richmond in 2025/26.  
  • You must be a UK fee-paying status student classed as a Home student.  
  • You can only be eligible for the bursary if Student Finance has assessed you and you have a household income of £25,000 or less, even if you do not intend to take up the maintenance loan. (Applicants must make an application for student finance.)  

Please note that meeting these listed criteria alone will not guarantee this award, as these are limited in number. 

 Priority will be given to the following groups:  

  • Students with experience of care (UCAS application)  
  • Students with refugee status (UCAS application)  
  • Students with the lowest household income (students with a household income closer to £0 will be allocated in preference to £24,999, for example) (SFE application)  

Notification of Bursary

Notifications of Bursary awards are sent from the Richmond Finance team, and awarded students will sign a Bursary acceptance form once fully enrolled.

Payment schedule

Scholarships Awards
Instalments
Value (£) per year 02 December 02 April
£1,000 £500 £500
Terms and Conditions: 1.Continuation of the Cyril Taylor Bursary is conditional on the student achieving a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 from the previous academic year, remaining in good standing and making a positive contribution to University life. 2.Richmond has sole discretion to assign, vary or withdraw this award. 7.We reserve the right to adjust the value, volume and eligibility criteria of our awards.

Student Finance for Undergraduate Study

UK students can take out a Tuition Fee Loan to cover the full cost of tuition fees. You repay this loan once you have left university and are earning over £25,000 per year. The loan is paid directly to the University by the Government. Apply for Student Finance.

We recommend that you explore your funding options as early as possible. The Student Finance Calculator will help you determine what funds may be relevant for you. 

Fee status  

Your fee status determines whether you pay home or international tuition fees. You must meet certain requirements to be eligible for home fee status. If you don’t meet the home fee status criteria, you’ll have to pay international fees.  

Some EU students may qualify for home fee status, if they:  

  • have pre-settled or settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme  
  • meet specific eligibility requirements.  

Find out more information about eligibility for student finance and further details on fee status from UKCISA. 

List of Courses (2024/25) SLC Codes
Accounting & Finance with Combined Studies 947136
American Studies with Combined Studies 947142
Art History and Visual Culture with Combined studies 947143
BA (Hons) Business Management: Entrepreneurship with Combined Studies 947144
BA (Hons) Business Management: Finance with Combined Studies 947148
BA (Hons) Business Management: Human Resource Management with Combined Studies 63622
BA (Hons) Business Management: International Business with Combined Studies 947150
BA (Hons) Fashion Management & Marketing with Combined Studies 947154
BA (Hons) Marketing with Combined Studies 947155
BA Finance and Investment with Combined Studies 947156
BA International History with Combined Studies 947157
BSc Computer Science with Combined Studies 947412
Communications (Marketing Communications And Public Relations) with Combined Studies 947158
Communications (Media Production) with Combined Studies 947162
Communications (Media Studies) with Combined Studies 947165
Communications: Advertising and Public Relations 947166
Creative Arts & Communications: Art, Design & Media with Combined Studies 947398
Digital Communication and Social Media with Combined Studies 947168
Economics with Combined Studies 947310
Film and Photography 947311
Film Studies with Combined Studies 947312
Financial Economics with Combined Studies 947313
International and Development Economics with Combined Studies 947391
International Sports Management with Combined Studies 947414
Social Sciences (Development Studies) with Combined Studies 947394
Social Sciences: International Relations with Combined Studies 947395
Social Sciences: Political Science with Combined Studies 947396
Social Sciences: Psychology with Combined Studies 947397

Retain your scholarship and succeed at Richmond

In order to retain the Award throughout the duration of your programme, scholarship holders are expected to be actively involved in the community of the University.

We have devised a wide range of options for students where your involvement will be monitored. This is in keeping with the University’s mission, vision and values of social responsibility and community engagement.

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.

  • Maintaining the appropriate level of academic achievement
  • 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
  • Participating to achieve the Globally Orientated Community Membership Award in three terms
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