Commonwealth PhD and Master’s Scholarships: A Gateway to Global Education
The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships offer a prestigious opportunity for students from low and middle-income Commonwealth countries. Designed to foster global academic excellence, the scholarship covers full tuition, airfare, and a living allowance, allowing recipients to focus on their studies. Additionally, it supports travel, thesis grants, and warm clothing allowances where applicable.
Applicants must demonstrate academic merit and the potential to contribute to their home country’s development. For detailed requirements and guidelines, visit the advice for applicants and scholarship overview.
Application is currently ongoing for the 2025/2026 academic session beginning in September/October 2025.
The application deadline for the 2025/2026 Commonwealth PhD and Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships is October 15, 2024, at 16:00 BST (15:00 GMT). Applications must be submitted through the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission’s (CSC) online application system.
Scholarship Requirements
Some eligibility requirements for the 2025/2026 Commonwealth scholarships include:
- Being a citizen of or having refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country
- Being a British Protected Person
- Being permanently resident in an eligible Commonwealth country
- Being able to start academic studies in the UK by September 2025
- Holding a first degree of at least upper second-class (2:1) honors standard, or a lower second-class degree and a relevant postgraduate qualification
Applicants are advised to apply early to avoid system delays near the deadline.
Application Process
Applications are to be submitted via the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission’s application link. The application usually includes academic references, a personal statement, and proof of previous academic performance.
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For Unsuccessful Applicants
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