The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship is open to students from selected Commonwealth countries, mainly low- and middle-income nations, who wish to pursue a full-time Master’s degree in participating Commonwealth countries.
The scholarship programme is administered by the Commonwealth Scholarship Commission in partnership with national governments and universities. It aims to support talented students who can contribute to sustainable development in their home countries.
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Eligible countries by region
South Asia
Applicants from the following South Asian countries are eligible for the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship:
Bangladesh
India
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Africa
Students from these African countries can apply:
Botswana
Cameroon
Eswatini
Gambia
Ghana
Kenya
Lesotho
Malawi
Mozambique
Namibia
Nigeria
Rwanda
Sierra Leone
South Africa
Tanzania
Uganda
Zambia
Zimbabwe
Caribbean
Eligible Caribbean countries include:
Dominica
Grenada
Guyana
Jamaica
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Pacific
Applicants from the Pacific region are eligible from:
Kiribati
Papua New Guinea
Samoa
Solomon Islands
Tonga
Tuvalu
Vanuatu
Other regions
The programme is also open to students from:
Belize
Fiji
Important eligibility notes
Eligibility for the Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship may vary depending on:
The specific Master’s programme
The host country and university
Academic background and other programme requirements
Applicants are advised to check official guidelines and confirm eligibility before submitting their application.
The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarship continues to provide opportunities for students from developing countries to gain advanced education and contribute to social and economic development.
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