Martingale Foundation Scholarships 2025

Eligibility Criteria for Martingale Foundation Scholarships 2025:

Applicants must:

• Have achieved, or be on track to achieve, a First or Upper-Second Class undergraduate degree in a relevant subject.
• Be eligible to begin a Masters or PhD at a UK university from September 2026.
• Qualify for Home Fee status at Martingale partner universities.
• Have attended school in the UK or Ireland:
  • At least 3 years between ages 11 and 18, OR
  • At least 7 years between ages 4 and 18.
• Have completed GCSEs or equivalent at a state-funded school OR received a scholarship/bursary covering ≥ 90% of fees at a fee-paying school.
• Have faced or are facing financial barriers, including a household income of £45,000 or under annually.
• Meet entry requirements for their intended postgraduate program at a partner university.
• Attend an assessment centre (Bristol, Edinburgh, London, or Manchester) if shortlisted.

Value of Martingale Foundation Scholarships 2025:

Each Martingale Scholar receives:

• A fully funded Masters or PhD scholarship at one of the Martingale partner universities.
• Full tuition fees and research expenses covered.
• A tax-free stipend aligned with the Living Wage Foundation rate.
• Tailored support for postgraduate programme applications.
• Access to the Martingale Development Programme, including leadership training and networking with academic and industry leaders.
• Membership in a community of future STEM leaders.

Application Process:

Complete and submit the online application via the Martingale Foundation website.