Unite Foundation Scholarship 2025/2026 — Free Student Accommodation for Eligible UK Undergraduates

Are you a UK student facing housing challenges due to your background or personal circumstances? The Unite Foundation Scholarship 2025/2026 offers a life-changing opportunity: free accommodation for up to three years at select UK universities while you complete your undergraduate degree.

By removing the financial burden of housing, the Unite Foundation helps students from care-experienced or estranged backgrounds focus fully on their education, personal growth, and future ambitions.

What the Scholarship Offers

• Up to 3 years of free accommodation in a modern, en-suite student room

• 365-day housing – stay year-round, no need to move out during holidays

• No rent, no bills, no deposit, no guarantor required

• Fully equipped shared flats with communal kitchens, free Wi-Fi, and on-site laundry

• Flexibility to move locations for internships or placements

• Access to support services and a community of like-minded students

This isn’t just about housing—it’s about providing a stable foundation so you can succeed.

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Unite Foundation Scholarship (Eligibility Criteria)

To be eligible for the Unite Foundation Scholarship 2025/26, applicants must:

• Be 25 years old or younger as of September 1, 2025

• Hold UK Home Fee Status (includes UK citizens, individuals with settled/pre-settled status, refugee/asylum status, or indefinite leave to remain)

• Be starting or continuing their first undergraduate degree at a partner university

• Be applying for or receiving student finance as a care leaver, care-experienced, or estranged student

You must meet at least one of the following definitions:

• Care Leaver (England, Wales, Northern Ireland): Recognized by a Local Authority

• Care Experienced (Scotland): Previously looked after by a Local Authority

• Estranged Student: Officially confirmed as permanently estranged from both parents by Student Finance or SAAS

Supporting documentation is required from your Local Authority or student finance provider.

 Partner Universities

The scholarship is only available to students attending main campuses of partner universities across England, Scotland, and Wales, including:

• University College London (UCL)

• University of Edinburgh

• King’s College London

• University of Bristol

• Queen Mary University of London

• Manchester Metropolitan University

• Sheffield Hallam University

• De Montfort University

• University of the West of England (UWE)

• And many more…

Note: Students attending franchise or satellite campuses are not eligible.

 Subject Areas

This scholarship is open to all undergraduate subjects—there are no restrictions on the course of study.

 Key Dates

• Applications Open: January 1, 2025

• Application Deadline: June 13, 2025, by 11:59 PM

• University Confirmation Deadline: June 20, 2025

• Scholarship Decisions Released: July 3, 2025, by 3:00 PM

• Accommodation Finalization: July–August 2025

• Reserve List Closes: August 29, 2025

Only 70 scholarships are available in 2025, so early application is strongly encouraged.

Unite Foundation Scholarship (How to Apply)

1. Visit the [official Unite Foundation application portal](Insert official link).

2. Download and review the Unite Foundation Scholarship Public Guidance PDF.

3. Gather required documentation (proof of eligibility, student finance status, etc.)

4. Submit your application before June 13, 2025.

 Why You Should Apply

• Live rent-free for up to three years in quality student housing

• No financial stress over bills, deposits, or guarantors

• Enjoy a secure, stable home while focusing on your degree

• Be part of a supportive community that understands your journey

The Unite Foundation Scholarship is more than a housing grant—it’s a stepping stone to educational success and a brighter future. If you meet the criteria, don’t miss this opportunity to thrive during your university years.