Research grant

Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships

Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (UK) · United Kingdom
Next deadline
PhD Scholarships for 2027/28 closed on 20 October 2026. Fellowship applications for 2027 closed on 25 August 2026. Shared (master's) Scholarships close on 8 December 2026. Split-site PhD Scholarships are paused for 2026 and 2027.
Funding
See official page
Type
Mobility / exchange
Who it is for
PhD students, Postdocs, Early-career faculty
Disciplines
All disciplines
Status
Closed

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Details last checked on 21 October 2026. Deadlines and rules change every cycle. Always confirm on the official Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (UK) page before applying.

About this grant

Scholarships and fellowships for people from Commonwealth countries, in particular lower and middle income countries.

Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships?
Check the eligibility rules on the official Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (UK) page.

What is the deadline for the Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships?
PhD Scholarships for 2027/28 closed on 20 October 2026. Fellowship applications for 2027 closed on 25 August 2026. Shared (master's) Scholarships close on 8 December 2026. Split-site PhD Scholarships are paused for 2026 and 2027. Always confirm on the official page.

How much funding does the Commonwealth Scholarships and Fellowships offer?
Funding amounts are set by Commonwealth Scholarship Commission (UK) for each call. See the official page for current figures.

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