UNIVERSITY OF EDINBURGH
Edinburgh Global Online Learning Undergraduate Scholarship
partial · bachelors
- Tuition discountFunding type
- University of EdinburghHost institution
- Online undergraduateStudy mode/level
- Financial needBasis
- Study remotelyMode
- PartialCoverage
At a glance
partial
Funding
€8k
Max amount
May 31, 2027
Deadline
Global (online learners; need-based, often prioritising lower-income countries)
Country
University of Edinburgh
Provider
The University of Edinburgh, founded in 1583 and one of the UK's top research universities, offers scholarships to support students undertaking its online and distance-learning programmes, including at the undergraduate level. These awards widen access to an Edinburgh education for students who study remotely, including many from lower-income countries who cannot relocate. The scholarship is a tuition-fee discount — commonly worth around £5,000 — applied to the cost of eligible online undergraduate study, helping to make a respected UK qualification affordable for online learners. The exact value and number of awards are set by the University each year, and the scheme prioritises students who demonstrate financial need. Applicants apply through the University's online learning scholarship process, having applied for or enrolled on an eligible online undergraduate programme, by the relevant deadline (commonly in spring). Because Edinburgh's online-learning portfolio and scholarship terms evolve, applicants should check the current details for their programme.
What's covered
- Tuition discount — A discount on tuition fees (commonly around £5,000) for eligible online undergraduate study.
- Partial funding — A contribution toward tuition; you cover the remaining fees and any costs.
- Set per year — The exact value and number of awards are set by the University each year.
How to apply
Apply for or enrol on an eligible Edinburgh online undergraduate programme, then apply for the online learning scholarship through the University's process by the deadline.
- Find an eligible online programme — Identify an eligible Edinburgh online/distance-learning undergraduate programme.
- Apply for the programme — Apply for or enrol on the online programme.
- Prepare scholarship materials — Gather evidence of financial circumstances and any required statements.
- Apply for the scholarship — Submit the online learning scholarship application by the deadline.
- Selection — The University assesses financial need and eligibility.
- Award — Selected students receive a tuition discount on their online study.
Eligibility
Study modeUndertaking eligible online/distance-learning undergraduate study with Edinburgh.
Financial needDemonstrated financial need (often prioritising lower-income countries).
ProgrammeOn an eligible online undergraduate programme.
ApplicationApply through the University's online learning scholarship process.
CriteriaMeet the specific criteria set by the University for the year.
Edinburgh's online-learning portfolio and scholarship terms evolve; check the current eligible programmes, value, and deadline. The award is a tuition discount, not a living stipend.
Eligible countries
Global (online learners; need-based, often prioritising lower-income countries)
Deadlines
2027 online entry2027-05-31
Selection
The University of Edinburgh selects online learning scholarship recipients primarily on financial need, alongside eligibility for the online programme. Value and numbers are set each year, and the scheme aims to widen access to online study for those who could not otherwise afford it.
Verified sources
- Edinburgh Online Learning Scholarshipsed.ac.ukofficial
About the provider
The University of Edinburgh is one of the UK's oldest and highest-ranked universities and a large provider of online and distance learning. Its online learning scholarships widen access to an Edinburgh education for students who study remotely, including those who demonstrate financial need.
Frequently asked questions
Answers below are best-effort estimates from the most recent application cycle. Values marked ~ or (est.) may shift year-to-year — confirm specifics on the official scholarship page.
What is the Edinburgh Global Online Learning Undergraduate Scholarship?
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A tuition-fee discount from the University of Edinburgh for students undertaking eligible online/distance-learning undergraduate study, widening access for learners who study remotely.
What does it cover?
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A discount on the tuition fees for eligible online undergraduate study. It is partial — you cover the remaining fees and any costs.
Who is eligible?
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Students on eligible Edinburgh online undergraduate programmes who demonstrate financial need, often prioritising applicants from lower-income countries.
Is it for on-campus study?
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No — this scholarship is specifically for online/distance-learning study, so you study remotely rather than relocating to Edinburgh.
How do I apply?
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Apply for or enrol on an eligible Edinburgh online undergraduate programme, then apply for the online learning scholarship through the University's process, with evidence of financial need.
When is the deadline?
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Commonly in ~spring, though dates vary by year and programme. Check the University's online learning scholarship pages for current deadlines.
Is it need-based?
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Yes — the scheme prioritises students who demonstrate financial need and aims to make an Edinburgh online qualification affordable.
Does it include living costs?
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No — it is a tuition discount for online study, not a living stipend, since students study remotely from their home location.
Which programmes are eligible?
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Eligible Edinburgh online/distance-learning undergraduate programmes; the portfolio evolves, so confirm eligibility for your chosen programme.
How much is the discount?
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The exact value is set by the University each year and applies to tuition; check the current scholarship details for your programme.
How competitive is it?
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It depends on the number of awards and applicants each year; a well-evidenced demonstration of financial need strengthens your application.
Can students from any country apply?
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The scheme is global for online learners and need-based, often prioritising lower-income countries; confirm the current eligibility criteria.