Royal College of Arts Scholarships 2024; The Royal College of Arts Scholarships are open to students aiming to pursue an undergraduate, master’s, or postgraduate degree in the arts at the Royal College of Arts. If you meet the criteria, you are encouraged to apply below:
Application Deadline
The specific deadline has not yet been announced, but most Royal College of Arts Scholarships will open for applications in June 2024.
About the Royal College of Arts Scholarships 2024
The Royal College of Art (RCA) is dedicated to celebrating diversity, eradicating discrimination, and promoting equal opportunities. The scholarship program for 2024/25 includes over 400 financial awards to support students with financial needs and those from underrepresented groups, such as students with disabilities and those with refugee or asylum seeker status.
Eligible Fields
- Arts
Types of Scholarships
- Full fee payment plus living costs
- Full fee payment
- Partial fee payment
- Contributions to living costs
Eligibility Criteria
RCA scholarships are available through two primary routes:
- Academic Merit: Scholarships are automatically assessed during Round 1 and 2 program applications for MA, MFA, MDes, MRes, MArch, and MEd. High-scoring students are notified of their awards alongside their RCA offer.
- Financial Need or Underrepresented Group Status: This includes students from underrepresented groups in higher education or those experiencing financial hardship. Applications are evaluated based on criteria such as:
- Means-tested student funding or scholarship support
- Means-tested government benefits
- Unavoidable financial hardship
- Disability or chronic health conditions
- Refugee or asylum status
- Care experience
- Primary caring responsibilities
- Career change or return to work after a break
Applicants meeting these criteria are matched to appropriate scholarships.
Eligible Countries
- UK citizens
- International students
Award Location
- London, United Kingdom
Number of Awards
- Not specified
Award Benefits
Successful applicants will receive one of the following:
- Full fee payment plus living costs
- Full fee payment
- Partial fee payment
- Contributions to living costs
How to Apply
The application process for the Royal College of Arts Scholarships 2024 is as follows:
Round 1 and 2 Applicants:
- Priority Eligibility Questions: Applicants must provide information about their financial background, disabilities, caring responsibilities, and other factors indicating financial need or disadvantage.
- Personal Statement Questions: Applicants must provide short statements (150 words each) on their background, financial planning, the benefits of the scholarship, and future career goals.
Round 3 Applicants:
Limited scholarships may still be available, primarily for specific programs or personal circumstances, mainly for UK students. Updated information will be provided from June 2024.
Graduate Diploma and PhD Applicants:
- Information about scholarships for Graduate Diploma programs starting in September 2024 will be provided soon.
- PhD applicants should contact studentships@rca.ac.uk for details on Doctoral Training Grants and other funding options.
Visit the Award Webpage for More Details
FAQs
Q: When will the application period open? A: Most scholarships will open for applications in June 2024.
Q: Who is eligible to apply for the scholarships? A: UK citizens and international students pursuing an undergraduate, master’s, or postgraduate degree in the arts at the Royal College of Arts.
Q: What are the types of scholarships available? A: Scholarships range from full fee payment plus living costs to partial fee payments and contributions to living costs.
Q: How are scholarships awarded? A: Scholarships are awarded based on academic merit, financial need, or underrepresented group status.
Q: How can I apply for the scholarships? A: Applications are made during Round 1 and 2 program applications, with additional opportunities for Round 3 applicants and specific guidance for Graduate Diploma and PhD applicants.
Q: Where can I get more information? A: Visit the official Award Webpage or contact studentships@rca.ac.uk for specific inquiries about Doctoral Training Grants and other funding options.
