Yeah, Manchester University does provide scholarships based on merit. Here are some of them:

Academic Scholarships
Total Worth: $1,000 to $20,000
Eligibility: $1,000 to $20,000
Minimum Criteria: Based on academic achievements
Requirement for maintenance: maintain a minimum college cumulative GPA of 2.0; maintain enrollment as a full-time student (minimum of 12 credit hours per semester ; maintain satisfactory academic progress

Manchester University provides aids at an average of 31221 per student meeting 87% of students need. 100% of students with need receive financial aid at an average of 25868 need-based grant. They also provide other scholarships including Music Scholarship and Connections Award.