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North East Scholarships
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North East Scholarships

Durham University is committed to supporting the best students irrespective of financial circumstances.  The following scholarships are either funded by the university, through partnerships with external organisations or through generous donations from alumni and friends of the University.

All financial support opportunities have associated eligibility criteria such as household income therefore it is essential applicants consider all requirements prior to submitting an application.  Please also ensure you observe any application deadlines and submission requirements.

Key:

Undergraduate (UG)

Durham University Scholarships 2023-24

Support

What is it?

Who's it for?

How much?

Brian Cooper Scholarship (UG)

Payment of tuition fees with balance paid directly to recipient.

 Applicants from County Durham with a household income below £42,875. Preference is given to the following regions: DH4, DH5, DH6, SR7, SR8, TS27, TS28 and TS29. £13,000 per academic year.
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Durham Inspired North East Scholarships (UG) Scholarship paid directly to recipient. Applicants from the North East of England with a household income below £42,875.  Eligible postcode regions: CA, DH, DL, NE, SR or TS. £4,000 per academic year.
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Glaister Northern Scholarships (UG)

£2,500 scholarship paid directly towards tuition or residential costs. £1,500 scholarship paid directly to recipient to cover costs associated with internships/international experience/wider student experience.

 Applicants from the North East of England and Cumbria with a household income below £42.875.  Eligible postcode regions: CA, DH, DL, LA, NE, SR, TS. £4,000.00 per academic year.

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Robert Young Scholarship (UG)

Payment of tuition fees on behalf of the recipient with balance paid directly to recipient.

 

 Applicants from County Durham, eligible postcodes can be found on the web page, with a household income below £42,875  Preference given to applicants with a household income below £25,000. £10,000.00 per academic year.
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St Nicholas Scholarships (UG) To be confirmed. To be confirmed. To be confirmed.
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