Friends of the University of Sussex Scholarship
The equivalent of US$10,000 in cash for a US applicant starting a full-time Masters.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
United Kingdom
Funding
The equivalent of US$10,000, paid as cash in three instalments.
Eligible applicants
United States
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Overview
Friends of the University of Sussex Scholarship is offered by University of Sussex for Master’s study in United Kingdom. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 11, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- University admissionAn offer of a place at the University of Sussex
- Official application form or online applicationRequired
What this scholarship covers
Equivalent of US$10,000 maintenance grant
Included
The equivalent of US$10,000, paid as cash in three instalments. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 11, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 11, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- US nationals, or applicants with proof of US residency, assessed as 'Overseas' for fees.
- International eligibility
- Open to citizens of the United States, subject to the current call’s country list.
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- University of Sussex
- Countries
- United Kingdom
Official eligibility summary
The equivalent of US$10,000 in cash for a US applicant starting a full-time Masters.
Applicant profile
- United States
Study route
- Master’s study in United Kingdom
Current-cycle criteria
- The equivalent of US$10,000 in cash for a US applicant starting a full-time Masters.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
- Academic and identity documents requested in the current call
- Admission, language, or recommendation evidence where required
How to apply
- 1
Take up a place on a full-time Masters.
- 2
Apply before the deadline; outcomes by the end of June.
Application timeline
Application cycle
2026 entry: applications closed on May 1, 2026. Sussex runs its awards for each year of entry; the 2027 round is not yet published.
The listed deadline is May 1, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
University of Sussex
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 11, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is May 1, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.