Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships 2026
The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) offer a fully funded opportunity for students from Commonwealth countries to pursue a 2-year Master’s degree abroad.
This prestigious program is designed for students who want to create real impact in their communities while gaining international education and experience.
Scholarship Overview
Host: Association of Commonwealth Universities
Level: Master’s Degree
Duration: 2 Years
Funding Type: Fully Funded
Eligible Countries: Commonwealth countries
Study Location: Low & middle-income Commonwealth countries
What the Scholarship Covers
✅ Full tuition fees
✅ Monthly living allowance (stipend)
✅ Return flight tickets
✅ One-time arrival allowance
✅ Research support grant (if approved)
Eligibility Criteria
Be a citizen (or refugee) of a Commonwealth country
Have a Bachelor’s degree (minimum 2:1 or equivalent)
Apply to study in a country different from your home country
Available Courses
Note: You can only choose from approved programs listed for each cycle.
Deadline:
Important: QECS usually has two application cycles each year (early + mid-year).
Required Documents
You must apply for both the scholarship AND the university course.
Why This Scholarship is Powerful
