University of Essex Early-bird Reimbursement 2026-27
If you're an international student who is an overseas fee payer, you could be eligible for a tuition fee discount if you pay your 2026-27 tuition fee, in full, early. The discount is available to students studying at Undergraduate, Masters or PHD level. The discount will only be applied to the 2026-27 tuition fee, for first year of full-time study only.
Details of the awards available under this scheme are as follows:
| Period of entry | Discount amount and payment deadline |
|
October 2026 |
£1000 discounted provided we receive payment of your full 2026-2027 tuition fee by 19 August 2026 |
| January 2027 |
£1000 discounted provided we receive payment of your full 2026-2027 tuition fee by 1 December 2027 |
| April 2027 |
£1000 discounted provided we receive payment of your full 2026-2027 tuition fee by 6 March 2027 |
How to apply
If you meet all the eligibility criteria, you will automatically be considered for this award. You don’t need to complete an application form. The University will assess your eligibility based on your applicant record and the date that your tuition fee payment is received into the University’s bank account.
Terms and conditions
Please read the full terms and conditions before applying for or accepting a scholarship or bursary. They contain important information about eligibility and how you'll receive your funding.
If you're a current student looking for information about an award you received, see our terms and conditions for previous years.
