UCL Care Leaver Bursary 2026

UCL Care Leaver Bursary 2026 Overview

The UCL Care Leaver Bursary 2026 is a key financial support program offered by University College London (UCL) designed to assist undergraduate learners with a care background. This award is intended to help students based in the UK cover their study costs through partial funding of GBP 1,000 each year.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the UCL Care Leaver Bursary, candidates must satisfy these requirements:

• Must have UK domicile and Home fee status.
• Must be below 25 years of age at the course commencement.
• Must have spent time in care or been looked after by a local authority for a minimum of 13 weeks.
• Must not have resumed contact with parents following care placement and before the course begins.
• Must possess an offer for, or be currently enrolled in, a full-time undergraduate program at UCL.

Scholarship Benefits

The award includes:

• GBP 1,000 per year to assist with living expenses.
• New students may request an advance payment of GBP 200 at the beginning of their studies.

Application Details

Students are not required to complete a distinct application for this bursary. Those wishing to be considered should merely submit an application for a UCL undergraduate program. Additional information is available and applications can be filed here.

Important Dates

The cutoff for submitting your application is 28 February, 2026. Make sure your application and all necessary documentation are submitted by this date.