UK Commonwealth Scholarships
Commonwealth Scholarships are for students from Commonwealth countries to pursue Master's and PhD studies in the UK. They aim to contribute to the development needs of Commonwealth countries.
- Provider
- Aga Khan Foundation
- Host country
- Multiple (Commonwealth)
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Eligibility & requirements at a glance
Review the recorded eligibility, funding and deadline information below. Confirm the current award conditions on the provider's official source.
- Who can apply
- Open to citizens of Commonwealth countries who want to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in the UK. Specific eligibility varies by scholarship type.
- Funding
- Fully Funded
- Study level
- Masters
- Deadline
- Not recorded — check provider
Key eligibility criteria
- Open to citizens of Commonwealth countries who want to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in the UK. Specific eligibility varies by scholarship type.
Recorded funding information
- Fully Funded
About the UK Commonwealth Scholarships (2026)
Funding information
The funding information below is recorded in this listing; it does not establish additional covered components. Check amounts, caps, exclusions and conditions on the official source.
- Fully Funded
UK Commonwealth Scholarships eligibility
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Open to citizens of Commonwealth countries who want to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in the UK. Specific eligibility varies by scholarship type.
UK Commonwealth Scholarships document information
No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the materials the provider requests.
How to apply for the UK Commonwealth Scholarships 2026
Follow the provider's stated process. The checks below are guidance, not additional application requirements. Any original editorial instructions remain in the description above.
- 1Check the provider's process
Consult https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/scholarships-funding/commonwealth-scholarships to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.
- 2Check eligibility and any requested materials
Listed eligibility: Open to citizens of Commonwealth countries who want to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in the UK. Specific eligibility varies by scholarship type.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.
- 3Check dates and next steps
Check the provider's current dates and follow-up instructions. No deadline or rolling application policy is assumed here.
UK Commonwealth Scholarships deadline & application timeline
No deadline is recorded in this listing. Check the official source; this does not imply rolling applications. The earlier milestones are optional planning suggestions only.
- Planning suggestion: 12 months out
Check the current call and decide whether this opportunity fits your plans.
- Planning suggestion: 6 months out
If the provider requires tests or documents that take time, plan for them using its published instructions.
- Planning suggestion: 3 months out
If an application is required, review the provider's process and prepare only the materials it requests.
- Planning suggestion: 1 month out
If submission is required, allow time to check your materials and any stated cutoff.
- Provider deadline
No deadline is recorded in this listing. Check the official source for dates and any cutoff or time zone.
Ready to apply?
Cross-check the latest eligibility rules and deadline on the sponsor's official portal before you start your application.
Visit official siteFrequently asked questions
Who can apply for the UK Commonwealth Scholarships?+
Open to citizens of Commonwealth countries who want to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in the UK. Specific eligibility varies by scholarship type.
What funding does the UK Commonwealth Scholarships offer?+
Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.
When is the application deadline?+
No deadline is recorded in this listing. Check the official source; a missing date does not mean applications are rolling.
What documents do I need to apply?+
No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.
How do I check the application process?+
Consult https://study-uk.britishcouncil.org/scholarships-funding/commonwealth-scholarships to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: Open to citizens of Commonwealth countries who want to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in the UK. Specific eligibility varies by scholarship type.. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Check the provider's current dates and follow-up instructions. No deadline or rolling application policy is assumed here.
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