FAQs

Can I stay in the UK once my scholarship has ended?

Our terms and conditions require all scholars to return to their country/territory of award for a period of two years immediately following the completion of their award. Please visit our travelling home after your award page for more information about the end of your scholarship.

Can Chevening provide contact details for university applications?

Chevening cannot provide universities with contact details or a confirmation of funding until an applicant has been awarded a Scholarship. There is a timeline of process for the Chevening Award. Should the universities request fees or contact details, it is recommended that applicants negotiate with them, explaining that they are applying for a Chevening Award […]

Can I apply for a Chevening Scholarship using a deferred university offer?

Yes, you can apply to Chevening using a deferred university offer, as long as the university offer is for a Chevening eligible course. You will still need to identify three university courses in your Chevening application, and you must receive an unconditional offer from one of these courses by the deadline.      

Can a partnership be arranged for short courses, distance learning or PhDs?

In general, the Chevening Scholarship programme provides awards for one-year taught Master’s level degree courses. A very small number of short courses are offered, but on an exceptional basis only. Distance learning scholarships and PhDs are not eligible for funding under a Chevening Scholarship.

Can I submit more than one Chevening application?

You can only submit one Chevening Scholarship application during each application period. If both fellowships and scholarships are available in your country, you can apply for both in the same application cycle. However, you should refer to your country page for more information on the options and decide which one is more relevant to your […]

When will I hear about the outcome of my Chevening interview?

All scholarship candidates will be notified about the outcome of their interview from early June. Please note that results are released gradually, so you may receive your results sooner or later than others and this does not reflect the status of your application. Fellowship candidates can find out more information about when they will receive […]