Imperial College London, ranked among the world’s top universities, has opened applications for the President’s PhD Scholarship 2026, offering up to 50 fully funded scholarships to exceptional students worldwide. This prestigious program offers talented researchers the opportunity to pursue their PhD at a leading UK institution, providing full financial support and world-class academic supervision.
About the Scholarship
The President’s PhD Scholarship is designed for high-achieving graduates who demonstrate outstanding academic performance and strong research potential. Scholars enjoy a 3.5-year fully funded program, working with top supervisors on innovative projects while developing professional skills through Imperial’s Graduate School.
Scholarship Benefits
- Full tuition fees covered for 3.5 years
- Annual stipend of £26,500 (2026–27 rate) for living costs
- £2,000 per year consumables fund for the first three years
- Access to exclusive events, training, and networking opportunities
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Eligibility Criteria
- Open to students of all nationalities
- Must hold (or be on track to achieve) a first-class undergraduate degree or equivalent
- Master’s degree holders must have achieved (or be on track for) a distinction
- Applicants must secure an academic supervisor at Imperial who agrees to oversee their project
- Only new PhD applicants are eligible
Application Deadlines
- Apply by 3 November 2025 – results by 31 January 2026
- Apply by 12 January 2026 – results by 31 March 2026
- Apply by 2 March 2026 – results by 31 May 2026
How to Apply
- Identify and contact a potential supervisor at Imperial College London.
- Submit your PhD application through Imperial’s online portal, selecting the President’s PhD Scholarship option in the funding section.
- Upload a two-page personal statement (first page: motivation; second page: research proposal), academic transcripts, English language certificate, and contact details of two academic referees.
- Departments shortlist candidates for the central scholarship panel; successful applicants receive official confirmation.
This fully funded scholarship offers an extraordinary opportunity to conduct cutting-edge research in London and join a vibrant global academic community.
Visit the official Imperial College London website for full details and application guidelines.
