The Sanctuary scholarship at King’s College London provides financial and academic support for students at King’s with a background of forced displacement.
When is the Application Deadline:
- Opens: Monday, 2 February 2026 (10:00 AM UK time)
- Closes: Tuesday, 5 May 2026 (10:00 AM UK time)
- Decisions communicated: Monday, 6 July 2026
Tell Me About The Award:
The Sanctuary Scholarship at King’s College London provides financial and academic support for students with a background of forced displacement or asylum-related circumstances. It is designed to remove barriers to higher education for asylum seekers, individuals with limited leave to remain in the UK due to an asylum claim, and those displaced by conflict.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
- Any in-person, one-year programme at King’s College London starting in September 2026.
Type:
Fully Funded Scholarship | Bursary | Tuition Fee Waiver + Living Stipend.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Have applied to an in-person, one-year programme at King’s College London starting September 2026.
- Be asylum seekers, individuals with limited leave to remain due to an asylum claim, or those displaced by conflict.
- Be based in the UK or abroad.
- Meet admission requirements for the selected programme.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Applications assessed based on:
- Eligibility criteria.
- Completeness of application.
- Quality of responses to personal statement questions.
- Final decisions communicated via email on 6 July 2026.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- UK and international applicants affected by displacement or asylum-related circumstances.
Where will the Award be Taken?
- King’s College London, United Kingdom.
How Many Awards?
- Up to 11 scholarships available.
- One scholarship reserved in memory of Dr Maisara Alrayyes.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full tuition fee waiver.
- Cost of living stipend up to £20,000.
- Additional tailored support based on needs assessment (academic mentoring, wellbeing support, etc.).
How Long Will the Award Last?
- For the duration of the one-year programme (September 2026 – September 2027).
How to Apply:
- Apply for an eligible one-year programme at King’s College London.
- Complete the Sanctuary Scholarship application form.
- Submit required supporting documents via email (see FAQ for details).
- Ensure application is submitted before 5 May 2026.
- Await decision notification on 6 July 2026.

