Sanctuary Scholarship

Award
Full tuition fee waiver and £2,000 study grant

Study type
Undergraduate or Postgraduate

Eligibility
People who have entered the UK seeking sanctuary

About this award

The University of Hull is proud to be part of the growing network of Universities of Sanctuary. As part of this, the Sanctuary Scholarship aims to provide financial support to up to three entrants seeking asylum in the UK.

It consists of a full tuition fee waiver, an annual £2,000 study grant, and tailored personal support for the full duration of a programme of study, while the applicant remains eligible.

Download the full policy for more information.

How to apply

Please apply online. Applications close on 6 June 2025. After this date we will not be able to accept any new applications.

Before applying for the Sanctuary Scholarship you must have applied for a place on a course at the University of Hull. If you haven't applied for your place yet you can find some guidance on applying here.

Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an interview. This may be virtual or in-person, depending on your circumstances.

Eligibility

To be considered for a University of Hull Sanctuary Scholarship applicants must:

Be offered a place to study on their chosen course at the University
Live within commuting distance* at the point of application (anyone who needs to relocate cannot be considered)
Not require assistance with accommodation costs or living expenses
Be seeking asylum in the UK, or be the dependent or spouse of someone seeking asylum

OR
have been granted Discretionary/Limited Leave to Remain following an application for asylum, or be the dependent or spouse of someone who meets the aforementioned criteria

* We will generally regard those living within 40 miles of the University of Hull campus as living within commuting distance. Applications from those outside of this area will only be considered where the candidate can demonstrate they have a clear and realistic plan for commuting to the University and will be able to engage fully with their course.

The following groups of students are not eligible to be considered for a University of Hull Sanctuary Scholarship:

Applicants who are eligible for UK Government student financial support
Applicants who are eligible for UK Government student financial support in principle but cannot receive it for their chosen course due to previous Higher Education study
Continuing students at the University of Hull
MBBS students (studying at the Hull York Medical School)
Students undertaking a Hull Online course

Some of our courses, typically healthcare and education subjects, require students to pass a DBS check. If it is not possible to obtain a DBS check for you you may not be able to study your chosen course. If we can offer an alternative course we will.

If you do not have the right to work in the UK you may not be able to take part in work placements, even where these are an integral part of the course. If you apply for a course which is unsuitable we will advise you of your options.

Download the full criteria.

Students who meet the eligibility criteria for the award but who are not successful will be eligible for the Sanctuary Fee Reduction.

Find out more

Questions about this award? Email hefunding@hull.ac.uk.

More information on the University of Hull's commitment to supporting those seeking sanctuary, including practical advice on applying for a place, financial support, and English classes, can be found on our University of Sanctuary page.