scholarship

As per online sources, the minimum score necessary to qualify for a scholarship at Keele University differs based on the scholarship and the chosen programme of study.

1. Merit Scholarship: The Keele University International College presents a merit scholarship for international students meeting specific eligibility conditions. This scholarship is determined by academic performance, with the award amount varying according to marks obtained in the qualifying examination. For example, in the January 2024 intake, students scoring between 60% and 69% are eligible for a £1,000 scholarship, while those achieving 70% or above qualify for a £2,000 scholarship.

2. Undergraduate Global Scholarship: Meant for full-time undergraduate students starting their studies at Keele University in September 2024, the Undergraduate Global Scholarship is awarded based on academic merit. The scholarship amount varies based on the marks obtained in the qualifying examination. For instance, students who successfully complete the KUIC Foundation Year qualify for the Undergraduate Global Scholarship of £5,000.

 The institute offers various scholarships on merit basis. Some of the scholarships offered by the institute are mentioned below:

• Late Jayatee Deshmukh Scholarship (for SNAP/ SET Female Toppers)
• Merit Scholarship for IIT Graduates (Joining MBA programmes of SIU)
• Merit Scholarship Scheme for Students from North-East Region (NER)

• Merit Scholarship for Semester / Annual Toppers - (Post Graduate & Under Graduate programmes)

• Global Immersion Programme (GIP) Scholarship

• Economically Backward Class (EBC) Scholarship for Girl Students from Adopted Villages. Before, it was known as the SCOPE Scholarship for Girl Students

• Merit Scholarship for Semester / Annual Toppers - (Post Graduate & Under Graduate programmes)

To sort out the fee issues and unburden the students, the institute provides financial assistance at the campus in place of scholarships. Details around this financial assistance are as follows:

1. State Bank of India (IIIT branch) guarantees an SBI Scholar student loan to a student who secures admission at IIITH of up to 20 Lacs (without the need for any security). This can be availed even if the applicant’s family has other existing loans.
2. The alumni of IIIT Hyderabad have set up a fund to support successfully admitted students based on need. The assistance is provided on a pay-it-forward* basis. In a Pay-it-forward scheme, students agree to pay the tuition fees of another student, after they successfully and start earning. The fund provides the below support

• Financial support to students whose family income is below 8 LPA from the second semester, subject to availability and meeting the pre-defined criteria
• Students above the income threshold can also apply and may be granted tuition support if their case is found worthy by the committee