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Am I eligible for the Chevening Scholarship if I want to do an MBA in the UK?

30 Sept 2026 · Answered by Chaithrakala P L · 1 min read
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To be eligible for the Chevening Scholarship for a UK MBA, you need a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of work experience. You must also apply to 3 eligible courses and agree to return home for 2 years after finishing the programme.

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For the Chevening Scholarship, you need a bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of work experience. You also apply to 3 eligible courses and commit to returning home for 2 years once your MBA ends. It is a fully funded award, so competition is likely to be strong.

Chevening Eligibility Criteria

RequirementWhat it means for you
EducationA bachelor's degree
Work experience2 or more years of work experience
Course choicesYou apply to 3 eligible courses
After the MBAYou return home for 2 years

What Chevening Covers

  • 100% funding for eligible scholars
  • Tuition and a living stipend
  • Flights and visa fees
  • An arrival allowance

My Advice

Not every scholarship is open for every MBA, so confirm that your chosen course is eligible before you build your plan around it. Some scholarships close before the final course application deadline, so check the exact dates on the scholarship website and the university page.

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