Visa Scholarship Programme in UK 2026
Visa UK Scholarship Programme 2026/2027 Overview
Developed in partnership with the Windsor Fellowship, the Visa UK Scholarship Programme supports full-time undergraduate students from underrepresented and socio-economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The initiative provides financial assistance, professional development, and direct mentorship from Visa employees to empower scholars pursuing degrees in STEM or business-related fields across accredited UK universities.
Eligibility Criteria
- Enrollment Status: Applying via UCAS for full-time entry into the first year of a three-year undergraduate degree program at an accredited UK university for the 2026/2027 academic year.
- Eligible Fields of Study:
- STEM Fields: Computer Science, Information Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, Mathematics, or related disciplines.
- Business Fields: Finance, Marketing, Human Resources, Sales, International Business, or related majors.
- Residency & Fee Status: Eligible to study and work in the UK under "Home Fee" status.
- Socio-Economic & Financial Criteria:
- Combined household income under £50,000 per year.
- Currently receiving, or previously eligible for, Free School Meals, Pupil Premium, Education Maintenance Allowance (EMA), or 16–19 Bursaries.
- Exclusions: Must be pursuing a first undergraduate degree (second-degree applicants are ineligible).
Scholarship Benefits & Award Package
CategoryValue & Program Support DetailsTuition CoverageUp to £9,535 per year toward tuition fees for up to three (3) yearsMentorship & CoachingOngoing scholar coaching and direct mentorship from experienced Visa professionalsProfessional GrowthStructured skills training, career development sessions, and pastoral guidance from the Windsor FellowshipWork ExperienceAccess to summer engagements and eligibility to apply for paid summer internships at Visa
Required Documentation & Components
- Completed online scholarship application form
- Financial Information Form with supporting household income verification
- Completion of the online Visa Assessment Test
- UCAS application details and university offer documentation
How to Apply
- Access the official Windsor Fellowship online application portal.
- Complete the online application and Financial Information Form, then take the online Visa Assessment Test.
- Shortlisted candidates are invited to a virtual Assessment Centre hosted by the Windsor Fellowship, featuring a presentation and interview.
- Finalists proceed to a final-stage virtual interview with the Visa selection team.
- Final selections are confirmed and successful scholars are notified by Visa.