About the Visa Scholarship Programme

We have created the Visa Scholarship Programme, in partnership with the Windsor Fellowship, as part of our ongoing commitment to this belief.

​The programme is designed to support students from under-represented and socially disadvantaged backgrounds to achieve their full potential. This opportunity is open to eligible students who are applying or intending to enrol as a full-time undergraduate in any accredited university in the UK. You’ll receive a scholarship of up to £9250 per year to pay your tuition fees and an ongoing programme of support throughout your academic study.

​You will also have the opportunity to connect with experienced Visa employees through our scholar coaching/ mentoring programmes.

The Programmme

  • ​Our partners, the Windsor Fellowship, will provide you with pastoral and interview support from the point of application.
  • Financial support – You’ll receive support for your course fees, up to a value of £9250 per year, up to three years, in tuition scholarships.
  • Mentorship – take advantage of on-going coaching, mentorship and guidance from experienced Visa employees.
  • Skills building – grow key technical, professional and leadership skills through training and development opportunities.
  • Career development – gain exposure to career growth activities to help prepare for post-graduation careers.
  • Work Experience – during the summer there will be options to get work experience and engage with Visa, including the opportunity to apply for a paid internship where you can learn new skills, collaborate and find a community of like-minded students.

​Who can apply?

All the following must apply to be eligible for consideration:​

  • From a Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic background​
  • You will be starting the first year of your first undergraduate degree in October 2024
  • Undergraduate degree in STEM field (e.g. Computer Science, Information Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering or Maths) or Business (e.g. HR, Finance, Marketing, Sales) excluding Pharmacy, Medicine, Dentistry and Veterinary Science.
  • Demonstrate how your chosen degree can relate to Visa business functions.
  • Applied and hold an offer from UCAS to enrol in a full-time three-year undergraduate degree at any accredited university in the UK for 2024/2025 (four-year degrees are not eligible)
  • Eligible to work and study in the UK and qualify for UK/home fee status. (international fees are not eligible)
  • Demonstrate a financial need (combined household income of less than £50,000 per year).
  • Be in receipt of, or have previously received or have been eligible for, free school meals, pupil premium, education maintenance allowance and/or 16 to 19 bursaries.
  • An interest in the work of Visa

​How to Apply

We recommend all candidates carefully read the Visa Scholarship FAQ 2024-25 document before you start the application form.

Incomplete and ineligible applications will not be processed.

Stage 1 – Complete the online application form and financial information form. 

Stage 2 – Complete an online assessment test which will be provided once the application form is submitted.

Stage 3 – Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend a virtual Assessment Centre with the Windsor Fellowship.

Stage 4 – Successful applicants will go to the final stage virtual interview with the Visa team.

Stage 5 – Visa to select and inform successful Scholars.

Applications will close on Monday 19th August 2024 at midday 12pm (UK time).

If you are interested in finding out when the Visa UK Scholarship for 2024/25 academic year is open for applications Sign up here

​If you have any other questions about the programme please email: scholarship@windsor-fellowship.org