The Marshall Scholarship is intended for candidates who have the potential to excel as scholars, as leaders and as contributors to improved UK-US understanding. In doing so, we recognise the value of diversity among applicants and promote equality of opportunity. The selection criteria are divided into three equally weighted categories: Academic Merit; Leadership Potential; and Ambassadorial Potential.
Scholarship Details
- Funding available for one to three years of graduate study in the UK
- Supports master’s and doctoral degrees at any accredited UK university
- Five study pathways including one-year or two-year master’s programs, PhD/DPhil programs, or combined master’s and doctoral study
- Three main selection criteria, equally weighted: academic merit, leadership potential, and ambassadorial potential
- Three years of guaranteed funding for PhD/DPhil candidates, subject to academic progress
- Additional funding beyond three years for PhD/DPhil may require external sources
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a U.S. citizen at the time of application
- Hold a first undergraduate degree from an accredited four-year U.S. college or university by September 2026
- Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.7 (unrounded)
- First undergraduate degree must be awarded after April 2023
- Cannot hold or have studied for a degree or equivalent qualification at a UK university
- Cannot have taken GCSEs or A Levels in the UK
Application Process
- Review the Marshall Scholarship Rules for Candidates to understand program objectives
- Complete the online application form by the official deadline
- Prepare and upload all required academic transcripts
- Submit personal statement(s) addressing academic, leadership, and ambassadorial potential
- Provide letters of recommendation from faculty or professional references
- Select and apply for one of the five eligible study pathways in the UK
- Submit the completed application package for review by the selection committee
Applications must be endorsed by the President, Provost, or Academic Dean of the applicant's undergraduate educational institution. The online
application must be submitted and authorised by a designated member of staff at the applicant’s undergraduate educational institution.
