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Accommodation scholarships

A number of organisations offer external scholarships that Birkbeck students can apply for. Information is given below as a guide only and is not managed by Birkbeck. Please check the organisations’ websites for more details and up-to-date information.

International Students House Scholarship

International Students House (ISH) is a charity that enables young people worldwide to achieve their academic aims. They believe every young person should have the opportunity to succeed whatever their background.

As part of the ISH Mission, the ISH scholarship provides discounted accommodation to two Birkbeck full-time students to live at ISH and develop the skills, knowledge and connections they need to make a positive contribution to their communities back home.

  • Scholarship number: Two
  • Scholarship amount: £6,500 per scholar
  • Application deadline: 31 July 2025
  • Room type: Single, shared bathroom
  • Price (before discount): from £270.20 per week
  • Contract length: you can choose 40 weeks or 12 months
    • 40 weeks: from 13 September 2025 to 20 June 2026, £4,308.00 (after scholarship discount)
    • 12 months: starting from 13 September 2025 for a full 12 months, contract costs £7,550.40 (after scholarship discount)

Selection criteria

  • Students should be from a developing country.
  • Preference will be given to students who:
    • receive tuition fee scholarships from Birkbeck or Chevening
    • are willing to be an active member of a diverse international community at the International Student House.

How to apply

  • You need to submit an online application form to apply for the ISH scholarship.
  • Final awards will be decided by ISH after applicants are shortlisted by Birkbeck.
  • You will be informed of the result in 2-3 weeks or earlier, where possible after the deadline (31 July 2025), or earlier, where possible. Notification will be sent via email, from the global recruitment team at Birkbeck.

Goodenough House Scholarships

Goodenough House is a postgraduate-only hall of residence located minutes away from Birkbeck's Bloomsbury campus. They offer scholarships to students residing in the hall. The financial assistance offered through their Scholarships programme focuses on covering the College's accommodation fees, making joining the Goodenough community more accessible to postgraduate students with limited financial means. Please check their website for more information and how to apply.