How to apply for British Commonwealth Scholarships?

I'm looking into the British Commonwealth Scholarships for international students. Does anyone have tips on the application process or know how selective these scholarships are?

Applying for the British Commonwealth Scholarships is a multi-step process, and the scholarships themselves are highly competitive.

Here's a basic outline of the application process:

1. Eligibility Check: Firstly, make sure you're eligible. You should be a citizen of a Commonwealth country, generally, be living in a Commonwealth Country, and hold a Bachelor's degree with at least upper second level. Other requirements may apply depending on the specific scholarships.

2. Find a Course: Decide which UK universities and courses you're interested in. You can apply for one-year Master’s courses, or doctoral degrees of up to three years in length, and these should have a strong developmental component related to the development challenges faced by your home country.

3. Apply to the University: Apply directly through the university for your chosen course. You must have an offer from at least one UK university by the time you submit your scholarship application.

4. Scholarship Application: Once that's all set, you can apply for the scholarship. You'll need to apply through the Electronic Application System (EAS) - a One-Stage application process where, after selecting the category of scholarship you wish to apply for, you'll then need to fill out an application form that is specific to that scholarship category.

As for selectivity, the British Commonwealth Scholarships are highly competitive due to the high-quality opportunities they provide and the number of applications they receive each year. They award over 800 scholarships and fellowships for postgraduate study and professional development to Commonwealth citizens each year. Therefore, it's important to submit a thorough, well-articulated application that demonstrates your passion, your proposed course's relevance to the development of your home country, and your potential as a future leader. Successful applicants usually have an excellent academic record and a powerful course proposal.

While this process may seem daunting, focus on each step at a time and seek out resources or peers who may have experience with the application to help guide you through it. Every year, students from across the Commonwealth successfully navigate this process, and with dedication and the right preparation, you could be one of them.