Cardiff University Half-Fee International Excellence Scholarships for 2025

Are you an international student with a passion for academic achievement and leadership? Cardiff University invites talented students from around the world to apply for their Undergraduate International Excellence Scholarships for 2025. These scholarships cover half of your tuition fees, offering an outstanding opportunity for students who have the drive and dedication to succeed.

Scholarship Highlights

The Undergraduate International Excellence Scholarship is designed to ease financial barriers for international students by providing a 50% discount on tuition fees. This scholarship is solely for tuition purposes and cannot be exchanged for cash or replace any required deposit. If selected, the award will apply throughout your undergraduate studies, starting in autumn 2025.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for this scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria.

• International Fee Status: Only international students (non-UK residents) are eligible.
• Self-Funding Requirement: The scholarship is available to students financing their studies independently, without receiving non-repayable support from external sources.
• Cardiff University Offer: Applicants must hold an offer to begin an eligible undergraduate program at Cardiff University in autumn 2025.
• Academic Qualifications: A minimum of AAB at A-level or equivalent is required.
• Application Submission: Complete the scholarship application by Friday, 4 April 2025, at 23:59 (UK time).
• Meet Entry Standards: This includes all entry and language requirements, as per UCAS guidelines.

Additionally, specific conditions apply based on your offer status.

• Conditional Offer Holders: Must confirm Cardiff University as their firm choice via UCAS by the deadline and meet all offer conditions by 20 August 2025.
• Unconditional Offer Holders: Must also confirm Cardiff University as their firm choice by the designated UCAS deadline.

How to Apply

The application process for this scholarship is simple,follow the below steps for smooth application.

• Secure an Offer: Apply for an eligible undergraduate course at Cardiff University for the autumn 2025 intake.
• Wait for Invitation: Once you have received an offer, you will get an email invitation to complete the scholarship application form.
• Complete the Application: Answer the following questions within a 200-word limit for each response:
• What motivates you to study at Cardiff University and pursue your chosen program?
• Describe a notable achievement during your studies or career and its impact on others.
• How would you represent Cardiff University as a top study destination?
• How do you plan to make a positive impact on the UN’s 17 Sustainability Goals in your future career?

Important Dates to Remember

• Scholarship Application Deadline: 4 April 2025, 23:59 UK time
• Scholarship Acceptance: Must confirm acceptance within two weeks of award notification
• Offer Conditions Deadline: 20 August 2025

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