Undergraduate scholarships and bursaries

We are committed to attracting the brightest and best students regardless of background and have a generous package of undergraduate scholarships and bursaries available.

To give you an idea of what’s on offer, the table below outlines the support for new undergraduates starting at Loughborough. If there is a reduction in the tuition fee, the University may also reduce the value of the bursaries it awards. Therefore please check the latest information before applying.

Loughborough University financial support

SupportWhat is it?Who's it for?How much?
Care Leaver Bursary  Cash bursary/tuition fee waivers for care leavers (total value depending on year of entry) UK students* £17,100 over three years 
Opportunity Scholarships Cash bursaries funded through donations from alumni and friends of the University for UK students from areas of low Higher Education participation. UK students £9,000 over three years
Hardship Fund Loughborough University also offers a Hardship Fund, providing a few awards to current students who are experiencing severe financial hardship. UK and International students Variable
International Scholarships Self-funded international students are automatically considered for this scholarship. International students 25% off first-year tuition fees
Loughborough University Bursary  Cash bursaries and tuition fee waivers depending upon household income. Additional support is available for foundation year or extended undergraduate Master’s degree students. UK students*

Up to £3,600 over three years, plus additional for foundation or extended undergraduate master's degree students.

**Additional £500 payment in September for students starting in October 2023 & October 2024
Music Tuition and Scholarships

Subsidised music lessons and scholarships for exceptional musicians.

 UK and International students A very limited number of Scholarships are on offer providing £100 cash prize and a tailored package of support worth up to £500

Additionally, students can access subsidised tuition at a rate of £200 for 8 hours of tuition
Performance Programme Bursary Cash bursaries for athletes representing Loughborough University in the British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) competition as part of our performance programmes. UK students* £1,000 paid in three equal instalments across the year (reviewed annually)
Mature Athlete Bursary Cash bursaries for mature athletes representing Loughborough University in the British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) competition. UK students* £1,000 paid in three equal instalments across the year (reviewed annually)
Athlete with a Disability Bursary Cash bursaries for athletes with a disability representing Loughborough University in the British Universities & Colleges Sport (BUCS) competition. UK students* £1,000 paid in three equal instalments across the year (reviewed annually)
Sports Scholarships Supporting talented student athletes (competing to at least junior international level) with sporting and academic development. UK and International students Up to £5,000 per year, depending on sport and performance level
Women in Science Bursary Supporting women applying for Maths or Science subjects to help them develop as future scientists working in industry or academia. UK and International students £1,000 per year for every year of study (excluding placement year if applicable)

* Not available to students from Wales, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. 

External financial support

Please note, this support is offered by external parties and not by the University. We are in no way affiliated with these companies, and have only listed them here as guidance to what support is available to university students.

SupportFind out more
Displaced Students Opportunities Home - Displaced Student Opportunities
Student Enablement fund for disabled students Bursaries – Student Health Association