The International Excellence Scholarship is offered to international students having an Overseas fee status who will be studying at St Andrews for an undergraduate degree beginning in 2022.

To cover tuition fees and a contribution towards living costs.

Only undergraduate students in their first year of study are eligible (this includes direct entry into year two of course).
Applicants must be in the top 10% of their class in terms of academic achievement.

The Selection Committee is looking for kids that are academically gifted and thrive in their studies. The successful scholars will be asked to act as ambassadors for the university and represent it at a variety of events. In support of your application, you will be expected to submit a statement of motivation (not more than 250 words). This should include your reasons for applying for the Scholarship, an explanation of how you anticipate to gain from the opportunities provided by the award, and a description of how you believe you will contribute to the community while at the University of St Andrews. Include information about your academic achievements that you believe qualify you for this scholarship.

Scholarships and Funding is accepting applications for this scholarship. You can access Scholarships and Funding through My Application after you've applied to a new programme starting in the 2022-2023 academic year.

You must allow at least two working days for processing and issue of your log in details after applying for your desired course beginning in the 2022-2023 academic year before applying for this award.