Applications are currently being accepted for the 2025 Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholarships (QECS). Students can pursue a two-year Master’s degree in a low- or middle-income Commonwealth nation with the special opportunity offered by the QECS..
Geared towards individuals dedicated to effecting change in their communities, these scholarships offer a transformative experience to immerse oneself in a new country and culture, broaden perspectives, and establish a global network that spans a lifetime.
By fostering cultural exchange and academic collaboration, Queen Elizabeth Commonwealth Scholars contribute to positive change and collaborate on solutions to common challenges, both in their home countries and the countries hosting them. As active members of the Commonwealth network, scholars play a role in shaping its future.
QECS applications are open twice annually: cycle 1 commences in November/December, while cycle 2 starts in March/April. Applicants need only submit one application, but they are encouraged to apply multiple times if interested in studying in different countries.
Benefits of the QECS include:
- Full coverage of tuition fees
- stipend for living expenses for the term of the award
- Round-trip economy flights to the host country
- One-time arrival allowance
- Research Support Grant (pending approval, available upon request)
Application Procedure
- Review the list of countries and universities offering scholarships in this cycle.
- Visit the respective university websites to gather more details about your preferred course, utilizing the provided links below.
- Complete and submit a QECS application for your selected university/course by selecting the ‘Apply now’ button. Upon clicking ‘apply,’ you will be redirected to a login page. If you do not already possess a myACU account, click ‘Get started’ in the right-hand corner of the page to initiate your application.
- Submit an application to your chosen university for admission to the desired course.
For additional details,
Application Deadline: May 24, 2024.
