2026 Commonwealth Shared Scholarships for Master’s and PhD Programs
The Commonwealth Shared Scholarship is a fully funded master’s program offered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK. Here’s what you need to know:
Eligibility Criteria:
- Citizens or residents of eligible Commonwealth countries
- Unable to afford studying in the UK without the scholarship
- Not having studied or worked for more than a year in a high-income country
- 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
- Available to start academic studies in the UK by the start of the UK academic year
Benefits:
- Tuition fees
- Living costs
- Flights to the UK
- Additional allowances for warm or cold clothing, depending on the climate
- Child allowance for scholars with children
Application Process:
- Find an eligible UK university and course
- Apply for admission to the university
- Submit a scholarship application through the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission’s online application system
- Provide required documents, including:
- Academic transcripts
- Personal statement
- References
- Citizenship proof
- Development Impact statement
- Universities will nominate candidates to the CSC
Deadline:
- The application deadline for the 2026/2027 academic year is expected to be in December 2025, but the exact date may vary. It’s best to check the official website for the most up-to-date information.
Tips:
- Apply early to avoid last-minute issues
- Ensure you meet the eligibility criteria and follow the application instructions carefully
- Prepare a strong personal statement and development impact statement
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