How to Apply for the Marshall Scholarship: A Step-by-Step Guide.
Applications for the 2025 Marshall Scholarship are now open. Please find more information below about the application process, the rules associated with applying for a Scholarship, Eligibility Criteria, and Selection.
The Marshall Scholarship
The Marshall Scholarship is a prestigious and highly competitive opportunity for American students who wish to pursue postgraduate studies in the UK.
This fully-funded scholarship is awarded to outstanding students with the potential to make significant contributions to their field and foster stronger US-UK relations.
The scholarship comes in two forms which are; A One-year, And A two-year Scholarship.
one-year Marshall Scholarship
The one-year Marshall Scholarship is aimed at
applicants who have strong reasons for wishing to
study in the UK but are unable to commit to the two-year scholarship.
Eligibility
To qualify for a 2025 One-Year award, candidates
should:
• be citizens of the United States of America
(at the time they apply for a scholarship);
• (by the time they take up their
scholarship i.e. September 2025) hold
Two-year Marshall Scholarship
To qualify for a 2025 Two Year award, candidates
should:
• be citizens of the United States of America (at
the time they apply for a scholarship);
• (by the time they would take up a scholarship
i.e. September 2025) hold their first
undergraduate degree from an accredited fouryear college or university in the United States;
• have obtained a grade point average of not less
than 3.7 on their undergraduate degree at the time
of application (a candidate’s most up-to-date
undergraduate GPA will be used for the application;
final transcripts will be requested at the interview
stage).
• have graduated from their first
undergraduate college or university after April
2022.
• not have studied for or hold a degree or degreeequivalent qualification from a UK University or
undertaken GCSE or A-level qualifications in the
The UK.
N/B: Candidates may apply for either the one-year or two-year Scholarship, not both. Any candidate found applying for both will automatically be disqualified.
If you’re considering applying, here’s a detailed guide on how to apply for the Marshall Scholarship online.
Key Components of the Marshall Scholarship Application
The Marshall Scholarship application requires multiple components, each contributing to the overall assessment. These include;
- Personal Statement
- Academic Plan
- Leadership Essay
- Recommendation Letters
- Transcripts
- Resume
These Marshall Scholarship application components are essential in evaluating your academic potential, leadership ability, and commitment to public service.
How to Register and Apply Through the Marshall Application Portal
All Marshall Scholarship applications must be submitted through the Marshall application portal.
Here’s how to get started;
- Go to the Marshall Scholarship website application portal via the link below.
- Register with your email and create a secure password.
- Enter your details, academic information, and your chosen UK university.
- Submit your statement, academic plan, transcripts, resume, and recommendation letters.
Eligibility Criteria for the Marshall Scholarship
To be eligible for a 2025 Marshall Scholarship, candidates must:
- Be citizens of the United States of America (at the time they apply for a scholarship);
- (By the time they take up their scholarship i.e. September 2025) hold their first undergraduate degree from an accredited four-year college or university in the United States;
- Have obtained a grade point average of not less than 3.7 on their undergraduate degree at the time of application. We do not accept rounded GPAs.
- Have graduated from their first undergraduate college or university after April 2022.
- Not have studied for, or hold a degree or degree-equivalent qualification from a British University or GCSE or A Levels taken at school in the UK.
Application Deadline.
The application deadline is typically in early October each year, and applicants are encouraged to start preparing well in advance to ensure a strong submission.
Good luck with your Marshall Scholarship application!
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