University of Birmingham High Fliers Undergraduate Scholarships for Middle East & North Africa 2026

The University of Birmingham is offering the High Fliers Undergraduate Scholarships for students from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. This scholarship provides a valuable opportunity for academically strong students to receive financial support towards their tuition fees for undergraduate programs. The award aims to support high-achieving individuals pursuing higher education in the UK.

Scholarship Overview

The University of Birmingham High Fliers Undergraduate Scholarships are designed to assist students from specific MENA countries. Each scholarship award is valued at £5,000. This amount is applied towards the tuition fees for the first year of a full-time undergraduate degree program. The scholarship is specifically for students beginning their studies at the University of Birmingham’s UK campus in September 2026. It is important to note that this award covers only the first year of study and does not cover living expenses or other associated costs.

Eligibility Criteria

To be considered for the University of Birmingham High Fliers Undergraduate Scholarships, applicants must meet a set of specific requirements. Firstly, candidates must be living in and considered domiciled in one of the eligible countries: Algeria, Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or the UAE. A crucial step is to have already received an offer from the University of Birmingham and to have selected it as your firm choice for a full-time undergraduate program starting in September 2026. The student must be entering the first year of their undergraduate studies at the UK campus.

Furthermore, applicants need to meet the academic conditions outlined in their offer of admission. They must also be classified by the University as an overseas fee payer. This means they are responsible for paying international tuition fees and must be able to cover any remaining tuition costs not covered by the scholarship. Sufficient funds to cover the full cost of living in Birmingham, along with visa and travel expenses, are also a requirement. The scholarship award cannot be deferred to a later academic year, meaning studies must commence in September 2026.

Finally, applicants must be registered with and have their undergraduate study application linked to one of the University’s local representatives or agent partners. The scholarship application must be submitted through these representatives by the specified deadline. Upon enrollment in September 2026, successful scholars must pay their net tuition fees for the first year by November 1st of that year. Students applying for MBChB Medicine and Surgery or BDS Dental Surgery programs are not eligible for this scholarship.

Application Process

The application process for the University of Birmingham High Fliers Undergraduate Scholarships requires several key actions from prospective students. Before applying for the scholarship, candidates must have formally accepted an offer of admission from the University of Birmingham. They must also have confirmed Birmingham as their firm choice for their intended program of study. It is essential to be in contact with one of the University’s designated agent partners or local representatives well before the scholarship deadline of May 30, 2026.

Selection for this scholarship is primarily based on academic merit. The University will identify the highest-performing students who meet all eligibility criteria. In rare situations where the University cannot determine a clear awardee based solely on academic achievement, such as when two candidates have identical grades, applicants may be invited to an online interview. This interview would be used to help make the final selection. For more detailed information on the scholarship and the application process, prospective students are encouraged to visit the official University of Birmingham scholarship page.