The Jewish Students Aid Trust supports studentships for postgraduate studies and research at universities in the UK. 

The Trust awards a limited number of scholarships to Jewish and Israeli students wishing to undertake postgraduate studies at universities or other approved professional/educational institutions in the UK.

Eligibility Criteria:

- Jewish students up to the age of 30

- Mainly supports postgraduate students 

- Supports Israeli Students coming to the UK for a Masters or PhD

- One off grant, but individuals can reapply in future years 

At a glance

  • Funding valueBetween £1,000 and £3,000 per annum
  • Suitable for Applicants fromRest of world, UK
  • DeadlineOn going
  • Funding provider(s)The Jewish Students Aid Trust

What it covers

The amount awarded is currently between £1,000 and £3,000 per annum and is intended to assist with course/tuition fees, living expenses, and supplement other sources of income.

Who can apply

Jewish and Israeli students wishing to undertake undergraduate or postgraduate studies or research at universities or other approved professional/educational institutions in the UK.

Eligibility Criteria:

- Jewish students up to the age of 30

- Mainly supports postgraduate students

- Supports Israeli Students coming to the UK for a Masters or PhD

- One off grant, but individuals can reapply in future years 

Applicable courses

This funding opportunity is applicable to many courses, please see the 'Who can apply' section for more information.

Further information

Students are expected to have good levels of academic achievement and to be accepted at an established and recognised department and institution for their area of study.

Applications from those who are already engaged in the course of study, for which assistance is requested, will normally be given a lower priority by the selection committee.

Evidence of an application to or acceptance by the institution must be produced when applying for a grant.

Before sending in your application form, please check carefully that:

  • Your proposed course of study falls within our criteria for an award;
  • You have provided adequate details of how you will finance your studies in the UK, including the payment of fees and all living expenses.

How to apply

To apply, email  the Trustee at alan@gapbooks.com to request an application form

Top Tips for completing your application form

1) Allow yourself plenty of time to complete the form!

2) Find out what information you need: What can you complete yourself? What information do you need from your guardians, parents or teachers?

3) To calculate your cost of living (as required on the application form): check your university website (this can be found under student life or budgets and costs) 

 

For more information please contact the Trustee at the email address above.