Students of Colour Scholarship

Please note, this scholarship was previously the Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic (BAME) Scholarship

At Southampton Solent University we recognise that for many students of colour, the playing field for entry into university isn’t always level. This can create barriers to accessing higher education and reaching potential.

To support students from under-represented backgrounds, Solent University is offering the Students of Colour Scholarship for applicants joining undergraduate courses in September 2026.

These scholarships provide eligible first year undergraduate students from specific ethnic backgrounds with £1,000 to help with the cost of student living. 

The Students of Colour Scholarship is a £1,000 credit applied to the scholarship recipient’s Solent University Everyday catering app account.

The Everyday app can be used to purchase food and drink across all Solent University catering outlets, including Costa Coffee and Starbucks.

The scholarship is non-means tested, non-repayable, and available in addition to any other government-related funding you may also be in receipt of (excluding other Solent University scholarships).

The University reserves the right to apply the scholarship on a pro-rata basis if a student suspends or withdraws from study during the academic year. Please refer to our student fees and finance section for more information.