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SIR RICHARD STAPLEY EDUCATIONAL TRUST

Supporting Postgraduate Talent Since 1919

For more than a century, the Sir Richard Stapley Educational Trust has helped talented students overcome financial barriers to postgraduate study, enabling individuals of academic merit to achieve their educational ambitions and realise their potential.

Applications are currently closed

The next application round will open on 11th January 2027 for students studying in the 2027/28 academic year.

Am I eligible?

Are applying or studying for a postgraduate qualification

Meet our academic requirements

Have financial need

Will study at a UK institution

Meet residency requirements

WHAT WE OFFER

We provide grants to assist students facing financial hardship while pursuing further study.

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Grants typically range from £650 to £1,500

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Open to a wide range of disciplines

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Awarded for one academic year at a time

how THE PROCESS works

1

Check Eligibility

Review our application criteria.

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2

Submit an application

Apply through Benefactor Cloud during the application window.

3

Assessment Process

Applications follow our selection and assessment process.

4

Grant Decisions

Applicants are informed of the outcome.

Due to the high number of applications received, not all applications proceed to detailed assessment.

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Learn more about our selection and assessment process.

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