Imperial College London is pleased to announce the availability of the IB Excellence Scholarships for the academic year 2024/2025. These prestigious scholarships are intended to support and encourage outstanding international students who are completing the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma programme and seeking to enroll in undergraduate courses at Imperial College London.
Imperial College London was established in 1907 when the Royal College of Science, the Royal School of Mines, and the City & Guilds College were merged through a royal charter. Located in the heart of London, it was originally part of the University of London before becoming independent in 2007, marking its centenary.
Background
The IB Excellence Scholarships are specifically designed to support international applicants who are currently enrolled in the International Baccalaureate diploma program and are planning to start an undergraduate course in autumn 2024 at Imperial College London. With 23 scholarships available across three faculties—Engineering, Natural Sciences, and the Imperial College Business School—this initiative underlines the college’s commitment to fostering an environment of diversity and academic excellence.
Scholarship Overview Table
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Value | £5,000 per year, renewable each year for the duration of the course |
| Eligible Faculties | Engineering, Natural Sciences, Imperial College Business School |
| Number of Scholarships | 23 |
| Eligibility Criteria | International IB students with a predicted score of at least 43 (Engineering only) |
| Application Deadline | Open |
| Notification of Awards | By 30 June 2024 |
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the IB Excellence Scholarships, candidates must:
- Be studying for the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma.
- Be on track to achieve a minimum predicted score of 43 overall (only for the Faculty of Engineering).
- Be classified as an international student paying the Overseas rate of tuition.
- Apply for an undergraduate course within one of the specified faculties at Imperial College London.
Benefits
Each scholarship is worth £5,000 per year and is renewable annually throughout the duration of the undergraduate program, contingent on continued academic success.
Application Process
There is no direct application for the IB Excellence Scholarships. Instead, candidates must first apply to an undergraduate course at Imperial College London. The respective departments will then nominate outstanding IB diploma applicants during the admissions process.
Important Dates
- Application Deadline: Open
Conclusion
The IB Excellence Scholarships offer a significant opportunity for international students to pursue their academic and career aspirations at one of the world’s leading universities. By reducing the financial strain, these scholarships enable students to focus more on their studies and less on the economic aspects of higher education. Prospective applicants should leverage this opportunity by maintaining high academic standards and applying early for their chosen undergraduate courses.