Chevening Scholarship 2026/2027: Fully Funded Opportunity to Study in the UK
Thinking of studying abroad? The prestigious Chevening Scholarship is back for the 2026–2027 academic year, giving bright students from around the world—including Nigeria—the chance to study in the United Kingdom on a fully funded master’s program.
This isn’t just about earning a degree. It’s about experiencing life in the UK—networking with global leaders, enjoying cross-cultural exchanges, and preparing to make an impact when you return home.
What the Chevening Scholarship Covers
The Chevening award takes away the financial stress, so you can focus entirely on your academics and career growth. It provides:
- Full payment of UK university tuition fees
- A monthly living allowance
- Travel costs to and from the UK
- Arrival allowance and homeward departure allowance
- The cost of one UK visa application
- A travel grant for official Chevening events
With all these benefits, recipients can enjoy a world-class education without worrying about financial burdens.
Who Can Apply?
To qualify for Chevening 2026/2027, applicants must:
- Be a citizen of a Chevening-eligible country or territory
- Agree to return to their home country for at least two years after the scholarship ends
- Have at least two years of work experience (about 2,800 hours)
- Hold an undergraduate degree that qualifies for a UK master’s program
- Apply to three eligible UK master’s courses and secure an unconditional offer from at least one by the deadline
Important: You cannot apply if you hold British citizenship (except in special cases, like British Overseas Territories) or if you have previously studied in the UK with a government-funded award.
Already Have a Master’s? You Can Still Apply
Unlike many scholarships, having a previous master’s degree does not disqualify you. You only need to show how a second master’s will connect to your career goals and help you create meaningful change back home.
How to Apply
Applying for Chevening is straightforward:
- Visit the Chevening awards page for your country and check the awards page for your country.
- Select your country of citizenship, then choose either scholarship or fellowship.
- Follow the steps carefully and submit your application before the deadline.
- Use the Chevening FAQ page to clear up any confusion during the process.
Why You Shouldn’t Miss This
The Chevening Scholarship is more than a ticket to study abroad—it’s a chance to build global connections, sharpen your leadership skills, and represent Nigeria on an international stage.
As the saying goes, “opportunities like this don’t knock every day.” If you meet the requirements, this could be your moment.
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