Are you a passionate changemaker from a Commonwealth country seeking to study abroad fully funded?
The Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS) 2025 offer a life-changing opportunity to pursue a two-year Master’s degree in low- or middle-income Commonwealth countries — completely funded by the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU).

Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships 2025 Overview

• Host Countries: Fiji, Mauritius, Papua New Guinea, South Africa, Sri Lanka
• Program Level: Master’s Degree
• Funding Type: Fully Funded
• Duration: 2 Years
• Deadline: 4 June 2025 (15:00 UTC)
• Application Cycle: Cycle 2 (2025–2026)
• Organized by: The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU)

What Does the QECS Scholarship Cover?

Commonwealth Scholarships are fully funded scholarships to support international students’ higher studies, and the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship will cover the following:

• Full Tuition Fees
• Living Stipend for the entire duration
• Return Economy Flights to host country
• One-Time Arrival Allowance
• Research Support Grant (available upon request and approval)

All expenses are covered — so you can focus on studying and making a difference!

Eligible Countries for QECS

Applicants must be citizens of Commonwealth countries, including (but not limited to):

Bangladesh, Pakistan, India, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Zambia, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Uganda, Rwanda, Malawi, Namibia, Fiji, and many others.

Check the full list of Commonwealth countries here

Host Universities for Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship 2025 (Cycle 2)

Africa

• South Africa
  • University of Pretoria
  • University of the Free State
  • Tshwane University of Technology
  • University of Venda

Asia

• Sri Lanka
  • University of Colombo
  • University of Sri Jayewardenepura

Pacific & Caribbean

• Fiji
  • The University of the South Pacific (USP)
• Mauritius
  • University of Mauritius
• Papua New Guinea
  • PNG University of Technology (PNGUoT)

Note: Only listed programs are eligible. Visit the host university’s website for details.

Click Here to See the University Details for Commonwealth Scholarship 2025

Eligibility Criteria

• Must be a citizen (or hold refugee status) in a Commonwealth country
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (equivalent to 2:1 honors) or meet university entry standards
• No age restrictions
• Strong commitment to the development of your home country
• Must meet the language requirements of the host university
• Must be in good physical and mental health

How to Apply for QECS 2025?

Step 1: Visit the official QECS Portal

Click Here to Visit the QECS Scholarship Application Portal

Step 2: Review the eligible universities and programs

Step 3: Create a MyACU account

Click Here to Apply Online

Step 4: Complete your online application with all documents

Step 5: Apply separately for admission to your chosen university

You can apply more than once in different cycles or to different countries.

Required Documents

• Application form (via ACU website)
• Personal statement & development impact essay
• Degree certificate(s) and academic transcripts
• Two references
• Proof of English proficiency (if required by host university)
• Passport or national ID copy

Why Choose QECS?

• Fully funded two-year Master’s degree
• Study in culturally rich, emerging countries
• Be part of a global alumni network of changemakers
• Contribute to solving real-world challenges
• Opportunity for cultural exchange and leadership development

Hear from past QECS scholars who’ve advanced research in cancer, education, climate change, healthcare, and women’s empowerment!

Apply Now

Don’t miss this opportunity to pursue a fully funded master’s study abroad with one of the best scholarships, the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship 2205!
Submit your application before the deadline through the official portal.

Apply Now for the Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarship 2025

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