These scholarship opportunities are designed to support first-time university students and applicants who wish to begin their higher education journey overseas.

The programs listed offer financial aid—many of them fully funded—to international students from various countries, especially from developing nations.

Undergraduate Scholarships for International Students 2026

Below is a list of popular, accessible, and well-supported undergraduate scholarships that international students can apply for in 2026.

TU Dublin 2025 Noel Elliott Senior Scholarship Programme

This scholarship honors the legacy of Noel Elliott Senior by supporting students pursuing careers in the built environment. The award reflects his lifelong passion for helping others.

• Host: Technological University Dublin
• Level: Undergraduate
• Value: €3,000
• Deadline: 27 October 2026
• Study in: Ireland
• Apply now

National College of Ireland Sports Scholarship 2025

Designed to support student-athletes, this scholarship blends financial support with performance development, allowing recipients to balance sports and academics effectively.

• Host: National College of Ireland
• Level: Undergraduate
• Value: Varies
• Deadline: Not Specified
• Study in: Ireland
• Apply Now

Science & Technology Undergraduate Scholarship 2025 SMU

The Science & Technology Undergraduate Scholarship is offered to outstanding citizens of Asian country/region. This scholarship is open to applicants intending to pursue the Bachelor of Science in Information Systems and more.

• Host: Singapore Management University (SMU)
• Level: Undergraduate
• Deadline: Not Specified
• Study in: Singapore
• Apply now

NTU Talent Scholarship 2025 for Undergraduate Students

NTU Talent Scholarship is awarded to NTU undergraduates with outstanding talent achievements, including artistic, sporting and leadership/interpersonal talents representing NTU or Singapore or having made a significant societal impact within and outside NTU.

• Host: Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
• Level: Undergraduate
• Deadline: Not Specified
• Study in: Singapore
• Apply now

SMU 2025 ASEAN Undergraduate Scholarship

As a coordinated and integrated entity, ASEAN is thriving and will continue to experience growth and prosperity.

At SMU, we will equip you with the necessary skills and perspectives – hard knowledge skills, soft people skills, ethics and social responsibility to capitalise on ASEAN’s blossoming opportunities

• Host: Singapore Management University (SMU)
• Level: Undergraduate
• Deadline: Not Specified
• Study in: Singapore Management University
• Apply now

Queen’s University Belfast 2026 Justice Essay Prize

This award goes to the top undergraduate law student who writes the best essay on civil liberties or human rights.

• Host: Queen’s University Belfast
• Level: Undergraduate
• Value: £75
• Deadline: 4 July 2026
• Study in: UK
• Apply now

Queen’s University Belfast 2026 Claire Palley Award

Awarded to the student who produces the best academic work focusing on gender and the law.

• Host: Queen’s University Belfast
• Level: Undergraduate
• Value: £250
• Deadline: 4 July 2026
• Study in: UK
• Apply now

 University of Bath 2026 Chancellor’s Scholarship

This tuition waiver is awarded to international and EU students who demonstrate outstanding academic results.

• Host: University of Bath
• Level: Undergraduate
• Value: Up to £2,000
• Deadline: Not Specified
• Study in: UK
• Apply now

 University of Bath 2026 Gold Scholarship Programme

For students from lower-income backgrounds, this scholarship offers support throughout your study period.

• Host: University of Bath
• Level: Undergraduate
• Value: £5,000/year
• Deadline: 29 August 2026
• Study in: UK
• Apply now

Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya 2026 Erasmus Correspondents Scholarship

Spanish students can apply to become Erasmus bloggers while studying in Flanders, sharing content via social media and blog posts.

• Host: Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya
• Level: Undergraduate
• Deadline: 6 July 2026
• Study in: Spain
• Apply now

Universitat Pompeu Fabra 2026 PPE Mobility Grants

This scholarship supports students studying Philosophy, Politics, and Economics across partner universities in Spain.

• Host: Universitat Pompeu Fabra
• Level: Undergraduate
• Deadline: 31 July 2026
• Study in: Spain
• Apply now

University of Canberra 2026 First in Family Accommodation Scholarship

Awarded to students who are the first in their family to attend university, this helps cover housing costs during study.

• Host: University of Canberra
• Level: Undergraduate
• Value: $5,000
• Deadline: 7 July 2026
• Study in: Australia
• Apply now

Eligibility Requirements for Undergraduate Scholarships

To apply for any undergraduate scholarship abroad, students must typically meet the following general requirements:

Basic Documents:

• Recent passport-size photo
• WAEC or equivalent certificate
• International Passport
• Reference or Sponsorship Letter
• Local Government Identification (for Nigerians)
• O’Level results
• Birth Certificate
• National Identification Number (optional)

General Criteria:

• Must be an international student
• Citizen/resident of a country different from the scholarship provider’s
• From a developing country (for region-specific offers)
• Have secured or be conditionally admitted into an undergraduate program

How to Apply for Undergraduate Scholarships

Each scholarship has its own unique application process. Here are general steps to guide you:

1. Check Eligibility: Read the scholarship’s official criteria before applying.
2. Prepare Documents: Gather all required items (certificates, ID, references, etc.).
3. Submit Through the Official Channel:
   • For university-based scholarships (e.g., MasterCard Foundation), apply via the partner university’s portal.
   • Others may require email submission or online application forms.

Always follow the instructions on the scholarship’s official website and submit your application before the deadline.

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