Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan 2027
About this scholarship
Commonwealth Scholarships are funded by the UK government through the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (CSC). They enable talented and motivated individuals from Commonwealth countries to pursue postgraduate study at UK universities. The programme has funded over 30,000 scholars since 1959. Several scholarship categories exist including Master’s, PhD, Split-site PhD, and professional fellowships. Scholars are expected to return home and contribute to their countries’ development.
Eligibility
Must be a citizen of or have refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country. Must hold a first degree of upper second class (2:1) honours standard or above. Must be available to start study in the UK by the prescribed date. Must be committed to returning to your home country after the scholarship period. Specific age limits may apply depending on the scholarship type.
Benefits & Coverage
Full tuition fees at a UK university, monthly stipend for living costs (currently ยฃ1,347 per month, or ยฃ1,654 in London), return economy airfare, warm clothing allowance, thesis grant for research students, excess baggage allowance, study travel grant for research fieldwork, family allowance for dependants if applicable
Required Documents
Application through national nominating agency, Academic transcripts and degree certificates, Development impact statement, Three references, CV/Resume, English language proficiency (IELTS 6.5+), Research proposal (for PhD applicants), Passport copy
How to Apply
- You cannot apply directly to the CSC
- Apply through a recognised nominating body in your home country (a national nominating agency, selected NGO, or selected university for PhD)
- Submit your application via the CSC online Electronic Application System (EAS) in addition to your nominating body's own process
- Apply before the deadline set by your nominating body
Frequently asked questions
Is Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan 2027 fully funded? +
This scholarship is listed as fully funded. The listed award is: Full tuition + stipend + flights + warm clothing allowance. Coverage can change between cycles, so confirm the details on the official page.
What degree levels does Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan 2027 cover? +
This scholarship is listed for: Master's, PhD / Doctorate.
When is the application deadline? +
The application deadline listed here is December 15, 2026. Deadlines move, so always verify the date on the official page before planning your application.
Who can apply? +
Key eligibility points from this listing: Must be a citizen of or have refugee status in an eligible Commonwealth country. Must hold a first degree of upper second class (2:1) honours standard or above. See the Eligibility section above for the full requirements.
How do I apply? +
Apply directly through the official portal linked on this page. Legitimate scholarships never charge an application fee, so treat any request for payment as a scam and use official channels only.
Answers are based on this scholarship's listed details. Always confirm on the official page.
