Sanctuary Scholarships

Academic year 2021
Amount £1,000

Overview

We want to make a positive contribution to the world we live in. We believe that our community is made richer by welcoming students from culturally diverse backgrounds. We recognise that these students have shown remarkable strength, resilience and commitment so each year we offer Sanctuary scholarships to them.

The Sanctuary scholarship includes:

  • A full tuition fee waiver
  • £1,000 per year towards the costs of study
  • 1 to 1 personalised support.

Eligibility Criteria

Before making an application for a Sanctuary scholarship please ensure you meet the criteria listed below.

You must meet at least 1 of these criteria:

  • You are seeking asylum in the UK. You will need an active asylum case to apply.
  • A dependent or partner is seeking asylum in the UK. They will need an active asylum case for you to apply.
  • You have been granted Discretionary or Limited Leave to Remain or some other form of temporary status.
  • A dependent or partner has been granted Discretionary or Limited Leave to Remain or some other form of temporary status.

You must also meet all of the following criteria:

  • You have a conditional or unconditional offer for 2021 entry on an undergraduate or postgraduate course at York St John University.
  • You are currently attending a school, college, community or voluntary group which can provide a reference in support of your application.
  • You are unable to access mainstream funding such as student finance or a local authority grant.
  • You live within commuting distance of York St John University.
  • You do not require support for living expenses or accommodation.

How to apply

The deadline for applications for the 2021 Sanctuary Scholarship is 1 May 2021.

Deadline

Application will close on 01 May 2021

STUDENT TESTIMONIALS

What our students have to say about SI-UK

Ishwar
I utilized the services of SI-UK in Chennai which proved invaluable for me. They provided great assistance throughout my application process, guiding me from evaluating my choices to selecting the university that best matched my profile.
Ishwar
Ishwar
Masters in Business Analytics, Lancaster University
Nidhi Agarwal
"SI-UK has been a crucial part of my UK journey. They assisted me in obtaining my bachelor's degree in August 2019 and now, they've aided me in securing admission to a top design university in London for my master's. The counselors at SI-UK offer personalised support to each applicant, helping us in each and every step including the final stage of obtaining our CAS letter once we receive the offer."
Nidhi Agarwal
Nidhi Agarwal
MSc Design Innovation, Loughborough University
Sudarshan
"The entire team at SI-UK was incredibly supportive. They provided me with a list of universities to consider, and I ultimately chose Aston University. With their assistance, I applied and received an offer along with a £5000 scholarship. I am grateful to my counselor and the entire team for guiding me through the visa application process and every other aspect. Thank you, SI-UK, for helping me pursue my dream."
Sudarshan
Sudarshan
Engineering, Aston University
Saumya Sharma
"Last year, I reached out to SI-UK, Jaipur for my Master’s journey, and it has been an incredibly fulfilling and successful experience. From guiding me through the application process to assisting with letters of recommendation and statement of purpose, and even following up with universities, SI-UK provided comprehensive support at every step of the journey. They went the extra mile, assisting with admissions, fee processing, accommodation arrangements, visa guidance, and coordination on medical checkups. I firmly believe that my admission to the University of Birmingham wouldn't have been possible without SI-UK. I highly recommend SI-UK to anyone seeking admission to a UK or Ireland university."
Saumya Sharma
Saumya Sharma
MBA , University of Birmingham
Jehabuz Khan
In September, I sought assistance from SI-UK for my studies in the UK, with a planned intake for January 2023. With the support of my counsellor who made exceptional efforts, I smoothly navigated the application process which culminated in the timely acquisition of my UK student visa hassle-free. I wholeheartedly endorse SI-UK to fellow students aiming to pursue their dreams of studying in the UK. Thank you!
Jehabuz Khan
Jehabuz Khan
MSc in Mechanical Engineering, University of Strathclyde
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