Commonwealth Shared Scholarship
Fully fundedCommonwealth Scholarship Commission in the UK
What it covers
- Tuition fees
- Living stipend
- Return flights
£1,452/month (£1,781 London) stipend; return airfare; thesis & study-travel grants
Who can apply
- Nationality
- Citizens/refugees of least developed Commonwealth countries; must be unable to afford UK study
- Study levels
- Master's
Where you can study
Destinations this scheme's funding covers. Linked destinations have a full country page.
Application cycles
Verified open/close dates from the official scheme. Always reconfirm on the official site before applying.
| Cycle | Opens | Closes | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027/28 | — | — | Expected to open autumn 2026 (historically opens October, closes early December) |
| 2026/27 | — | 9 Dec 2025 | Closed 9 December 2025, 16:00 GMT; universities nominated candidates to the CSC in March 2026 for September 2026 entry |
Frequently asked questions
Is Commonwealth Shared Scholarship fully funded?
Yes — Commonwealth Shared Scholarship is a fully funded scholarship, covering tuition fees, living stipend, return flights.
What does Commonwealth Shared Scholarship cover?
£1,452/month (£1,781 London) stipend; return airfare; thesis & study-travel grants
Who can apply for Commonwealth Shared Scholarship?
Citizens/refugees of least developed Commonwealth countries; must be unable to afford UK study.
When is the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship application deadline?
The most recently published cycle (2026/27) closed 9 Dec 2025; check the official site for the next cycle.
Where can I study with Commonwealth Shared Scholarship?
Commonwealth Shared Scholarship funds study in United Kingdom.
Data verified 15 Jul 2026
Rule-based summary of verified data — not a guarantee of eligibility. Coverage, amounts and dates change; always confirm on the official page. Global Study Prep is independent and not affiliated with any scholarship programme.