The prestigious Commonwealth Graduate Scholarships 2026 are now open for international students from Commonwealth countries. This fully funded opportunity allows outstanding students to pursue a Master’s or PhD degree in the United Kingdom for the 2026–2027 academic year.
Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO), the program aims to develop future leaders, innovators, and researchers who will contribute to sustainable development and global progress in their home countries.
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Why Apply for the Commonwealth Scholarships?
The Commonwealth Scholarship is one of the most competitive and respected international funding opportunities. It covers all study expenses in the UK, including tuition, travel, living stipends, and research-related costs, giving students the chance to focus fully on their education.
Scholarship Coverage – What’s Included?
Successful applicants will receive:
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Full tuition fee coverage
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Round-trip airfare from home country to the UK
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Monthly stipend (£1,452 or £1,781 in London)
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Warm clothing allowance (if applicable)
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Thesis and dissertation support
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Travel grants for study-related activities
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Areas of Study for Commonwealth Graduate Scholarships 2026
Applicants can choose from a wide range of fields aligned with six global themes:
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Science and technology for development
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Strengthening health systems and capacity
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Promoting global prosperity
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Peace, security, and governance
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Climate resilience and crisis response
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Access, inclusion, and equal opportunity
Who Can Apply?
To qualify, applicants must:
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Be citizens of eligible Commonwealth countries
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Hold at least an upper second-class (2:1) undergraduate degree (or equivalent) by September 2026
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Not be enrolled in a UK PhD or MPhil-to-PhD program before September 2026
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Be unable to afford studying in the UK without a scholarship
Eligible Countries for Master’s: Ghana, Nigeria, India, Kenya, Pakistan, Bangladesh, South Africa, and many others.
Eligible Countries for PhD: Nigeria, Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Malawi, Tanzania, and more.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submission is 14 October 2025.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted online through the official Commonwealth Scholarship portal. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.
Click Masters or PhD to proceed.
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