Applications for the ICAS Foundation Programme open each year on 1 March, and remain open until 31 May. Applicants must complete and submit the application form before the closing date.

The online application form should take you around 30 minutes to complete. We recommend submitting your application early, as this means we can offer you more support throughout the application process.

To start your application, select the button below:

Eligibility

There are certain eligibility requirements for this programme. Please check you meet the requirements before you apply. If you have any queries about your eligibility for the programme, please get in touch with us before applying at enquiries@icasfoundation.org.uk.

About You

You will be asked to provide longer responses to four questions as part of your application. You may wish to write your responses before you start your application in a word processing document, and then copy / paste your answers into the appropriate section.

You should include at least 200 words in your answer to each question. Without sufficient detail in your answers, we cannot assess your application effectively - your answers to these questions are a key part of how we assess your application.

If you decide to use AI for help with writing your application, read our guidance first. You will want to ensure that, whether or not you use AI to help you find the right words, your own voice, experiences and reflections always come through in your application.

If you are unable to complete the form online due to accessibility issues, please contact enquiries@icasfoundation.org.uk for an alternative form.

What Happens Next

Applications will be reviewed by the ICAS Foundation Trustees and other advisors that they consider appropriate. Any applicant being considered for progression will be invited to attend an informal interview, where their application will be discussed in more detail.

The ICAS Foundation aims to inform applicants of the result of their application within 6 weeks of the closing date for applications, provided all relevant information is submitted.

Foundation programme applicants who have been selected for progression by the Trustees will be asked to provide more detailed information about their financial circumstances to confirm their eligibility for the programme.

Successful applicants will generally receive support for the full duration of their studies - there is no need to re-apply each year.