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Fully Funded Scholarships in the UK 2027–28: Chevening, Commonwealth, Gates and Cambridge Trust
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This page brings together the main fully funded routes to study in the UK for the 2027–28 academic year. Each scholarship has its own deadline, so no single date is shown here.
Chevening closed on 6 October 2026. Commonwealth Master's and PhD Scholarships close on 20 October 2026 at 16:00 BST. Gates Cambridge and Cambridge Trust awards follow the University of Cambridge funding deadlines of 8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027, depending on your course.
Each scholarship has its own eligibility rules, so open the dedicated page for each one before applying. This page was last checked on 7 October 2026.
Key Information
Host Country
United Kingdom
Funding Type
Fully Funded
English Requirement
Varies — check program requirements
Eligible Nations
Varies by scholarship
Category
Fully Funded
Applications Open
Chevening is closed. Commonwealth, Gates Cambridge and Cambridge Trust are open
Status
Accepting Applications
Scholarship Benefits
Full tuition fees
Monthly living allowance
Return flights
Visa costs (varies by scholarship)
Eligibility Criteria
- Chevening: two years of work experience and citizenship of an eligible country
- Commonwealth: citizen of an eligible Commonwealth country
- Gates Cambridge: any country outside the UK
- Strong academic record for all programmes
Guides for this scholarship
How Applications Are Evaluated
Each scholarship provider uses its own selection criteria. Applicants should review the official scholarship guidelines for the specific criteria used to evaluate applications.
Selection information published by the provider
- Chevening: leadership and influence, networking, a clear career plan and your reasons for studying in the UK
- Commonwealth Scholarships: academic merit, quality of the study plan and potential development impact in your home country
- Gates Cambridge: intellectual ability, reasons for choice of course, commitment to improving the lives of others and leadership potential
Required Documents
Scholarship application and essays
Transcripts and degree certificates
References
University applications
How to Apply
1
Check eligibility for each programme
2
Chevening: apply by 6 October 2026
3
Commonwealth: apply by 20 October 2026
4
Gates and Cambridge Trust: apply by 8 December 2026 or 6 January 2027
Ready to Submit?
Ensure you have reviewed all requirements and gathered your documents before starting the application.
Official Application WebsiteFrequently Asked Questions
It varies by program and by your previous education. Some providers accept other English tests, and some waive the test if your earlier degree was taught in English. Check the official program requirements before you apply.
There is no single deadline. Dates are set by each university, office or vacancy, so check the official website for the date that applies to you.
Most universities allow you to apply with a "Hope Certificate" or provisional transcript if you are in your final semester, provided you graduate before the intake starts.
This varies by university. Many fully funded scholarships cover or waive application fees, but some may still require an initial processing fee. Refer to the official guidelines.
For PhD and some Master's programs, securing an acceptance letter from a professor is often mandatory. For undergraduate programs, it is usually not required.
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