University of Reading Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme 2026

This exciting new undergraduate scholarship scheme is focused on creating a community of global sustainability leaders of the future. We are offering up to 400 scholarships per year, for high-achieving students from the UK and overseas.

As a Global Sustainability Leaders scholar, you'll have access to a range of opportunities designed to enhance your knowledge, develop your leadership skills, and empower you to make a meaningful impact in sustainability.

• Table of Content
• About University of Reading
• University of Reading Undergraduate Scholarship
• Aim and Benefits of University of Reading Undergraduate Scholarship
• Requirements for University of Reading Undergraduate Scholarship Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Reading

The University of Reading is a public university located in Reading, Berkshire, England. It was founded in 1892 as University College, Reading, a University of Oxford extension college The institution received the power to grant its own degrees in 1926 by royal charter from King George V and was the only university to receive such a charter between the two world wars. The university is usually categorised as a red brick university, reflecting its original foundation in the 19th century Reading has four major campuses. In the United Kingdom, the campuses on London Road and Whiteknights are b...... continue reading

University of Reading Undergraduate Scholarship

Aim and Benefits of University of Reading Undergraduate Scholarship

Each scholar will receive £6,000 a year, for up to four years of full-time study on their course (subject to terms and conditions), for maintenance and living costs.

Scholars will also receive access to opportunities including:

• developing knowledge and leadership skills relevant to addressing climate and nature issues
• taking positive action for sustainability
• building relevant networks
• engaging in cross-disciplinary learning and activities
• being part of a growing community of global sustainability leaders of the future
• careers support and the potential to enhance your employability.

Requirements for University of Reading Undergraduate Scholarship Qualification

To be considered eligible for the scholarship, you will need to:

• be a UK or international fee-paying student holding an offer for a University of Reading undergraduate programme to enter either a home foundation year or Year 1 in 2026/27
• achieve grades AAA or above in your A levels (or equivalent qualification) or AAB for students eligible for a contextualised offer
• successfully complete the scholarship application process for this scheme.

Full terms and conditions for the scholarship for 2026/27 entrants 

Check also:
Commonwealth Master's Scholarship to Study in UK 2027/2028
Mandela Washington Fellowship for Africans 2027 (Fully Funded to USA)

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Eligible applicants who accept an offer through Clearing will be invited to apply for this scholarship.

If you are already a University of Reading offer holder and you receive higher grades than predicted, or if we didn’t originally receive your predicted grades, you will be invited to apply for the scholarship if you are eligible.

For more Information, visit University of Reading Scholarship webpage