University of Glasgow MBA Scholarships 2025

The University of Glasgow offers a prestigious range of MBA scholarships for the September 2025 intake. Designed to support academic excellence, professional achievement, and diversity, these scholarships are available to the most talented applicants from around the world.

About the Glasgow MBA Scholarship

The Glasgow MBA Scholarship provides financial assistance to high-achieving students who demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership potential, and a commitment to personal and professional development. Scholarships are awarded on a rolling basis, so early application is strongly encouraged.

Important: Only applicants who have applied for the Glasgow MBA program are eligible for this scholarship.

Scholarship Highlights

• Award Value:

  • Full tuition fee scholarships for outstanding international candidates

  • One full scholarship for an exceptional female applicant through the 30% Club initiative

  • Partial tuition fee scholarships of up to 50% of tuition costs

  • Dedicated funding for UK nationals / home applicants

• Number of Awards: Variable

• Eligible Regions: Open to applicants from all countries

• Eligible Program: Master of Business Administration (MBA) – September 2025 intake

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the Glasgow MBA Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Hold (or be on track to achieve) a First Class Honours degree or equivalent

• Demonstrate a strong professional track record or notable career achievements

• Have successfully passed the MBA interview

• Hold an unconditional offer, or a conditional offer based solely on IELTS, for the 2025 MBA program

• Financial need may also be taken into account

Application Process

1. Apply for the MBA Program:
   Submit your application through the official University of Glasgow Online Application Form.

2. Complete the Scholarship Form:
   Upload the Glasgow MBA Scholarship Application Form via your Applicant Self-Service portal. If you’ve already applied for the MBA, you can still upload the scholarship form directly to your application.

Note: Scholarship applications will not be considered until applicants have successfully passed their interview and received an unconditional (or IELTS-only conditional) offer.

3. Scholarship Decision Timeline:
   Applicants typically receive a scholarship decision within 5 days of the MBA interview.

Additional Opportunities for Women

The Glasgow MBA Scholarship for Women, offered in collaboration with the 30% Club, supports gender diversity in leadership. One full-fee scholarship is awarded to an exceptional female applicant.

To explore this opportunity, contact:
business-mba-recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk

Important Notes

• Scholarships and Discounts Cannot Be Combined:
  The University of Glasgow does not allow the combination of multiple scholarships or discounts (except the Alumni Discount).

• If you are awarded more than one scholarship, only the higher-value award will be retained.

• For further clarification on eligibility, contact:
  scholarships@glasgow.ac.uk

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I apply for the scholarship before I receive an MBA offer?

No. Only applicants who have passed the interview and hold an offer (unconditional or conditional upon IELTS) are eligible to apply.

2. Is there a deadline for the Glasgow MBA Scholarship?

There is no fixed deadline. However, funds are limited and awarded on a rolling basis, so early application is recommended.

3. Can I combine this scholarship with other funding sources?

No. Scholarships cannot be combined with other internal or external discounts, except the University of Glasgow Alumni Discount.

4. How will I know if I have been awarded a scholarship?

Candidates being considered will typically be informed within 5 days after the MBA interview.

5. What if I qualify for more than one scholarship?

Only the higher-value scholarship will be applied to your account. The lower-value scholarship will be removed.