The President’s PhD Scholarships 2026-27 offer outstanding students the chance to study at Imperial College London, one of the world’s leading universities, on a fully funded PhD program with generous financial support.

Who Can Apply?
Exceptional students from any nationality with a strong academic background and research potential.

What is Covered?

• Full PhD tuition fees

• Annual living stipend of £26,500

• £2,000 per year research consumables (first 3 years)

• Visa assistance & support for students with disabilities

• Free English language courses + access to student clubs/communities

Eligibility Criteria:

• First-class Bachelor’s or Master’s UK degree (or equivalent)

• Distinction in a Master’s (if standalone)

• Must have a confirmed PhD supervisor at Imperial

• Only open to new PhD students (not current enrollees)

How to Apply?

• Apply via Imperial’s Online Admission System

• Select the funding option for the President’s PhD Scholarship

• Submit a 2-page personal statement (personal interests + research proposal)

• Provide required documents (academic certificates, research proposal, references, proof of distinction)

Deadline:

Varies.