Churchill Scholarship

The Churchill Scholarship was established at the request of Sir Winston Churchill as part of the founding of Churchill College, Cambridge. It fulfills his vision of deepening the US–UK partnership in order to advance science and technology on both sides of the Atlantic, ensuring our future prosperity and security.

The Award

We fund up to 18 scholarships per year, comprised of 16 Churchill Scholarships in science, mathematics, and engineering, and two Kanders Churchill Scholarships in science policy. The Scholarships are for one year of Master’s study (courses run between 9 and 12 months). The award covers tuition, round-trip airfare to the UK, visa fees and health surcharge, and a stipend that is set 5% higher than the UK Research Council standard. Recipients are eligible to apply for a $4,000 special research grant. The total value is around $75,000.

Our Philosophy

In contrast to other scholarships that look for leadership potential or ambassadorial qualities, we select Scholars on the basis of academic and research achievement. We then seek to provide accomplished scientists, mathematicians, and engineers with the tools to maximize their future impact.

To that end, we provide a science communication workshop and science policy seminar to Scholars. While not all Churchill Scholars will become science communicators or be engaged with science policy, these skills are often part of a successful career in STEM.

In addition to these program extras, Churchill Scholars are invited to engage with the legacy of Sir Winston Churchill through guided visits to Chartwell (his country home) in Kent and the Churchill War Rooms in London.

Eligible Courses

• Archaeology
• Astronomy
• Biological Sciences
• Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology
• Chemistry
• Computer Laboratory
• Earth Sciences
• Engineering
• Geography
• Materials Science and Metallurgy
• Mathematics
• Medical Sciences
• Physics
• Veterinary Medicine