How does the GREAT Scholarship selection process work at UK universities for me?
Participating UK universities run the GREAT Scholarship selection themselves, each with its own criteria. They screen applications, assess academic performance, evaluate motivation and goals, select the most competitive candidates, and issue offers. Funding is issued by the university after you register and enrol.
The GREAT Scholarship selection is run by participating UK universities, each with its own evaluation criteria. They look at academic merit, motivation, and overall application quality, and the university makes the final decision.
Selection stages
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| Application screening | The university checks that you meet the eligibility requirements |
| Academic assessment | Your academic performance and suitability for the programme are evaluated |
| Scholarship evaluation | Motivation, future goals, and potential contribution are assessed |
| Candidate selection | The university identifies the most competitive applicants |
| Scholarship award | Selected candidates receive official offers from the university |
Payment
- Scholarship funding is issued by the university after registration and enrolment
- Each university follows its own criteria, so steps may differ; some, such as Keele, use academic merit only with no application
My Advice
Because each university decides on its own, read the scholarship page of every UK university on your list. Put real effort into showing your motivation and goals, since that is assessed alongside your grades.
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