Open Call for International Scholarships Programme (Liberia)

Deadline: 06-Oct-2026

The Chevening Scholarship Liberia offers future leaders from Liberia the opportunity to pursue a fully funded one-year master’s degree in the United Kingdom. Funded by the UK government and partner organisations, the scholarship supports outstanding Liberian professionals who demonstrate leadership potential and a commitment to creating positive change in Liberia. Chevening Scholars study at eligible UK universities while developing the knowledge, skills, and international networks needed to contribute to their country’s development after returning home.

About the Chevening Scholarship Liberia

Chevening Scholarships are part of the UK government’s international scholarship programme for future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers. The Liberia scholarship provides an opportunity to study a one-year master’s programme at a UK university with comprehensive financial support. The programme is designed for individuals who want to use their education and professional experience to contribute to Liberia’s development. A key requirement is that successful scholars return to Liberia for at least two years after completing the scholarship. What Does the Chevening Scholarship Cover? Chevening provides comprehensive financial support to successful scholars.

The scholarship includes:

- Full payment of tuition fees - Monthly living allowance - Return airfare to the United Kingdom - Additional grants for essential study-related expenditure This financial package allows scholars to concentrate on their master’s studies without bearing the full cost of tuition and major living and travel expenses. Study at a UK University Chevening Scholars can pursue a one-year master’s degree at an eligible UK university. Applicants are required to identify and apply to three eligible UK master’s courses as part of the application process. They must subsequently secure an unconditional offer from at least one eligible course by the specified deadline. This means candidates should research their preferred programmes carefully and allow sufficient time for university applications alongside the scholarship application. Who Can Apply for the Chevening Scholarship Liberia? The scholarship is intended for outstanding individuals from Liberia who meet the programme’s eligibility requirements.

Applicants must:

- Be citizens of Liberia - Have completed an undergraduate degree at least two years before the application deadline - Have at least two years of work experience - Apply to three eligible UK master’s courses - Secure an unconditional offer from at least one eligible course by the specified deadline - Commit to returning to Liberia for at least two years after the scholarship ends Applicants should ensure that all requirements are satisfied before submitting their scholarship application. Undergraduate Degree Requirement Candidates must have completed an undergraduate degree at least two years prior to the application deadline. The degree provides the academic foundation required for admission to an eligible UK master’s programme. Applicants should ensure that their academic qualifications meet both the scholarship and university requirements. Work Experience Requirement Applicants must possess a minimum of two years of work experience. Professional experience is an important part of the Chevening selection process because the programme is designed to develop future leaders and decision-makers. Candidates should be able to demonstrate how their professional experience has contributed to their skills, leadership development, and future goals. Three UK Master’s Course Applications Applicants must apply to three eligible UK master’s courses. Choosing appropriate courses is an important part of preparing a strong application. Candidates should select programmes that are relevant to their professional background and future plans for contributing to Liberia. Unconditional University Offer Candidates must secure an unconditional offer from at least one of their eligible UK master’s course choices by the specified deadline. Applicants should therefore begin researching universities and courses early and carefully monitor their university application progress. Return to Liberia Requirement One of the central conditions of the Chevening Scholarship Liberia is the commitment to return to Liberia after completing the scholarship. Successful scholars must commit to returning to Liberia for at least two years after the scholarship ends. This requirement reflects the programme’s goal of developing professionals who can use their international education and experience to contribute to Liberia’s development. Who Is Not Eligible? Certain individuals are excluded from applying for the scholarship. According to the eligibility conditions provided, applicants are not eligible if they: - Hold British citizenship - Have previously studied in the UK through a government-funded scholarship - Are employed by certain UK government entities Candidates should carefully review the applicable eligibility conditions before applying. Leadership and Development Focus The Chevening Scholarship is designed to support people with the potential to become future leaders, influencers, and decision-makers. For Liberian applicants, the programme provides an opportunity to gain advanced academic knowledge while developing international connections and professional experience that can contribute to national development. A strong candidate should be able to connect their academic goals with their longer-term contribution to Liberia. How to Prepare a Strong Application Applicants can strengthen their scholarship preparation by clearly connecting their education, work experience, leadership potential, and future plans.

Candidates should consider:

- Selecting master’s courses relevant to their career goals - Demonstrating at least two years of professional experience - Explaining their leadership potential - Showing how their proposed studies