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Accommodation scholarships

A number of organisations offer external scholarships that Birkbeck students can apply for. Information is given below as a guide only and is not managed by Birkbeck. Please check the organisations’ websites for more details and up-to-date information.

International Students House Scholarship

International Students House (ISH) is a charity that enables young people worldwide to achieve their academic aims. They believe every young person should have the opportunity to succeed whatever their background.

As part of the ISH Mission, the ISH scholarship provides discounted accommodation to two Birkbeck full-time students to live at ISH and develop the skills, knowledge and connections they need to make a positive contribution to their communities back home.

  • Scholarship number: Two
  • Scholarship amount: £6,500 per scholar
  • Application deadline: 9 August 2024
  • Room type: Single, shared bathroom
  • Price (before discount): from £260.05 per week
  • Contract length: you can choose 40 weeks or 12 months
    • 40 weeks: from Saturday 14 September 2024 to Friday 20 June 2025, contract costs £10,402.00
    • 12 months: starting from Saturday 14 September 2024 for a full 12 months, contract costs £13,559.75

Selection criteria

  • Students should be from a developing country.
  • Preference will be given to students who:
    • receive tuition fee scholarships from Birkbeck or Chevening
    • study a course that will provide skills to assist in developing their home country
    • have financial difficulties in funding their studies
    • are willing to be an active member of a diverse international community at the International Student House.

How to apply

  • You need to submit an online application form to apply for the ISH scholarship. You will be informed of the result in 2-3 weeks or earlier, where possible after the deadline (9 August 2024) in an email from the at Birkbeck.

Goodenough House Scholarships

Goodenough House is a postgraduate-only hall of residence located minutes away from Birkbeck's Bloomsbury campus. They offer scholarships to students residing in the hall. The financial assistance offered through their Scholarships programme focuses on covering the College's accommodation fees, making joining the Goodenough community more accessible to postgraduate students with limited financial means. Please check their website for more information and how to apply.