The UCL Friends & Alumni Association (UCLFAA) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in the United States (EIN: 13-3634775). Our mission is to raise awareness and support for research, education, and innovation at University College London (UCL).
In addition to our core mission, the UCLFAA actively facilitates connections between talented American students and the exciting opportunities available at UCL. We provide funding for Master’s scholarships in areas such as global health, artificial intelligence, and public policy.
UCL is dedicated to harnessing the collective intellectual strength of its diverse community to address pressing global challenges, thanks in part to the generous philanthropic contributions it receives. The UCLFAA enables alumni and supporters in the United States to make a meaningful impact by contributing to UCL’s groundbreaking projects and academic excellence, further solidifying UCL’s reputation for leadership in education and research.
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Bogue Fellowships
Generous fellowships to support postgraduate research students & post-doctoral researchers working in the Life & Biomedical Sciences to visit the US.
Support UCLFAA
Why Give? … Supporting UCLFAA is one of the best investments you can make. Every gift, no matter what the size, contributes to a circle of support.
UCLFAA Scholarships
UCLFAA funds four scholarships across UCL for Master’s students from the US, supporting recipients’ fees and/or maintenance costs.
UCL Alumni
As a UCL alum, you’ve joined a global community of more than 495,000 former students, of which over 25,000 live and work in the United States.
News & Stories
A West Coast welcome to UCL’s next 200 years
Alumni, supporters and incoming students came together in California this September as UCL built on its 200th anniversary celebrations, inviting its community to help shape our next century.
Alumni volunteers connect with new students in 18 cities
Ahead of a new academic year, UCL’s alumni groups hosted send-off events in 18 cities, bringing incoming students together and offering them a warm welcome to UCL’s global community.
Choosing diversity and connection: Erin Leonardson
How being community-minded through non-profits, the Peace Corps, and now volunteering for UCL has enriched life for Erin Leonardson (UCL International Public Policy MSc 2019).
Here, it will happen brings together alumni and friends
A month-long programme saw alumni representing seven decades of study attend UCL socials and networking events in cities across the United States, culminating in the UCLFAA Annual Meeting in Manhattan.
Alumni events in Boston and New York
Seven alumni, including UCLFAA board member Tres, and eight friends of UCL have been awarded Honorary Degrees and Fellowships to recognise their outstanding achievements and support of UCL.
UCL alumni in the United States gather coast to coast
Dr. Nicole McKnight, Vice-President of the UCLFAA, joined life sciences graduates, their families and friends for a festive graduation celebration at the Royal Festival Hall in London on 2 September.
More Alumni News
Your connection with UCL extends far beyond graduation. Stay engaged and stay in the know with the latest updates from UCL Alumni. Explore a selection of news and media highlights from our vibrant alumni community.
Impact Report 2025
UCL’s remarkable achievements are fueled by generous donors worldwide. Read how UCLFAA’s ongoing support drives pioneering research, fostering innovation and expansion at UCL.
