Finding a scholarship is only useful when you know where to apply.
Unfortunately, scholarship seasons also bring fake websites, misleading social media posts and people claiming they can secure guaranteed scholarships in exchange for money.
You should always confirm an opportunity through the organisation responsible for funding it before submitting personal documents or paying anyone.
For students targeting fully funded master’s scholarships in 2027, two major UK scholarship cycles are particularly important right now.
Chevening Scholarships 2027
Chevening applications for the current cycle officially opened on August 4, 2026 at 11:00 UTC and are scheduled to close on October 6, 2026 at 11:00 UTC.
Successful applicants can study eligible one-year master’s programmes at UK universities. Applicants need to select three eligible course choices as part of the scholarship process.
Funding under a full award can include tuition, travel, monthly living support and additional allowances.
Official application page:
Apply for the Chevening Scholarship
Do not rush through this application simply because it is already open. Read the eligibility rules, choose your courses carefully and make your essays specific to your actual achievements and future plans.
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships 2027/28
The Commonwealth Scholarship Commission has announced that applications for its 2027/28 Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships will open on September 8, 2026.
The published closing date is October 20, 2026 at 16:00 BST, with scholarships intended for study beginning in September or October 2027.
Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships cover approved tuition fees, fares and personal maintenance, with additional support depending on the award and individual circumstances.
Official scholarship and application information:
Apply for Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships
If you intend to apply, use the period before applications open to prepare your academic documents, references and career-development story rather than waiting until September.
What About Erasmus Mundus for 2027?
This is another programme worth watching closely.
The European Commission announced in July 2026 that 37 new Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters had been selected and would be added to the catalogue, with student applications expected to begin in autumn 2026 for September 2027 entry.
Individual Erasmus Mundus programmes manage their own student application processes, so requirements and closing dates can differ.
What About MEXT and DAAD?
MEXT and DAAD remain excellent funding routes, but their application periods depend more heavily on country, programme, university or scholarship category.
MEXT’s 2027 Embassy Recommendation recruitment generally began between April and May 2026, meaning many applicants targeting that particular route will already be beyond the initial recruitment stage by August 2026.
DAAD EPOS deadlines vary according to the participating postgraduate programme, so there is no single universal deadline that applies to every EPOS master’s course. The programme is designed primarily for graduates from developing and emerging countries pursuing selected development-related postgraduate programmes in Germany.
Final Advice Before You Apply
A fully funded scholarship can change the financial reality of studying abroad, but successful applicants rarely begin preparing the night before applications close.
Start early.
Choose scholarships that fit your background.
Research your master’s programme carefully.
Collect your documents.
Speak to your referees.
Write essays built around real experiences rather than exaggerated claims.
And most importantly, always verify application information through the official scholarship organisation.
There are fully funded master’s scholarships for international students in 2027, and several major application cycles are either open now or approaching. The opportunity is there.
Your preparation will determine what you do with it.
Continue Reading This Series
Missed the earlier sections?
READ PART 1: COMPLETE GUIDE TO FULLY FUNDED MASTER’S SCHOLARSHIPS
READ PART 2: TOP FULLY FUNDED MASTER’S SCHOLARSHIPS ABROAD
READ PART 3: HOW TO WIN A FULLY FUNDED MASTER’S SCHOLARSHIP
