~ 2026 Bolton University Trustee Scholarship ~
The University of Bolton is now accepting applications from suitably qualified students for their Bolton University Trustee Scholarship. It is a fully-funded scholarship for all students.
About the Scholarship
The University of Bolton (formerly Bolton Institute of Higher Education, Bolton Institute of Technology or simply Bolton Institute) is a public university in Bolton, Greater Manchester, England.
It has approximately 6,000 students and 700 academic and professional staff. Around 70% of its students come from Bolton and the North West region.
The university is a member of the North West Universities Association, Universities UK and Million.
Every year, BU welcomes approximately 20 outstanding students to the Trustee Scholars Program.
Many of our current scholars had perfect 4.0-grade point averages in high school and ranked at the top of their class.
Besides exceptional academic credentials, Trustee Scholars are intellectually and creatively adventurous and show viewpoints, experiences, or achievements beyond the usual.
They are not just top students, but extraordinarily well-rounded individuals. At BU, Trustee Scholars become part of a unique campus community that offers many intellectual, cultural, and social opportunities.
A Trustee Scholarship covers full undergraduate tuition plus mandatory undergraduate student fees and is renewable for four years if certain criteria are met.
Aim and Benefits of Bolton University Trustee Scholarship
A Trustee Scholarship covers full undergraduate tuition plus mandatory undergraduate student fees and is renewable for four years if certain criteria are met.
Requirements for Bolton University Trustee Scholarship
1. The BU Trustee Scholarship is open to both domestic and international students.
2. Applicants should be high performers who ranked top of their classes in high school.
3. Trustee Scholars are intellectually and creatively adventurous and show viewpoints, experiences, or achievements beyond the usual.
4. They will be required to submit an essay to show their intellectual and academic prowess.
Application Deadline
December 1, 2026
FAQs
1. What is the Bolton University Trustee Scholarship 2026?
The Bolton University Trustee Scholarship 2026 is a merit‑based financial award offered by Bolton University in the UK to high‑achieving students — especially international applicants — to support their undergraduate studies. It recognises excellent academic performance and leadership potential by providing financial assistance to successful candidates.
2. Who is eligible to apply for this scholarship?
Eligibility generally includes students who:
Are accepted into an undergraduate programme at Bolton University for the 2026 intake.
Demonstrate outstanding academic achievement (often top of their class).
Meet any additional criteria specified by the university (such as language requirements or admission offer conditions).
(Exact criteria can vary each year, so always check the official Bolton University scholarship page for 2026 details when available.)
3. How much is the Trustee Scholarship worth?
While specific figures for 2026 may vary, past information indicates that the Trustee Scholarship is a competitive award intended to cover significant tuition costs or provide substantial financial support over the full duration of the undergraduate degree. It is typically awarded to a limited number of outstanding applicants.
4. How and when do applicants apply?
Applicants usually need to:
Apply for admission to Bolton University by the relevant scholarship deadline (often several months before the start of the academic year).
Submit any required supporting documents as part of their university application.
Meeting the university’s admission criteria often also means automatic consideration for the Trustee Scholarship, but specific application instructions should be confirmed on Bolton University’s official scholarships page once they are published for 2026.