Below are top scholarships that are now open for African students. All the scholarships are closing at different dates in March 2021.
See other scholarships with March deadlines.
RUFORUM MasterCard Undergraduate & Masters Scholarships for African Students
The Regional Universities Forum for Capacity Building in Agriculture (RUFORUM) is partnering with the MasterCard Foundation, Gulu University, and Egerton University to enhance the application of science, technology, business, and innovation for rural agriculture.
How to Apply: Applicants should obtain application forms for both the scholarships and admission from the university of choice. Applicants shall only apply to one university of choice. Application forms can also be downloaded from the Scholarship Webpage link below.
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Application Deadline: 31st March
Orange Knowledge Programme (OKP) for Students to Study in The Netherlands
The Orange Knowledge Programme, a new phase of the Orange Knowledge Programme aims to advance the development of the capacity, knowledge and of both individuals and institutions in higher and vocational education.
How to Apply:
- Before you apply, make sure you review the eligibility criteria carefully and check whether your employer is willing to nominate you for the scholarship.
- When you are certain that you are eligible for a KOP NFP scholarship, you can start making the necessary preparations for your application.
- It is important to read thoroughly about the application process on the Program Webpage before applying.
Visit the Program Webpage for Details
Award Providers: OKP NFP is initiated and fully funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs under the budget for development cooperation.
Application Deadline: 23 March
AIG Public Leaders Programme for African Public Sector Executives
In collaboration with the University of Oxford’s Blavatnik School of Government, this unique programme offers senior public servants an immersive executive education experience aimed at strengthening the skills they need to build cultures of excellence
Value of Award: This programme is offered at no cost to eligible public sector employees who are successful in the application process.
Duration of Award: August to November 2021
How to Apply: APPLY NOW
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
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Application Deadline: 19th March
Government of Ireland – International Education Scholarships (Bachelor, Master & PhD) for International Students
The Higher Education Authority (HEA) is pleased to issue the 2021 Call under the Government of Ireland International Education Scholarships Programme.
How to Apply: Applications can be submitted via the online portal here.
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
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Application Deadline: 26th March
HFG Foundation Young African Scholars Program
Every two years the Harry Frank Guggenheim Foundation hosts the Young African Scholars program.
Value of Programme: The program includes:
- a methods workshop
- fieldwork research grants of $10,000 USD each,
- editorial and publication assistance,
- and sponsorship at an international conference to present research findings.
How to Apply: Eligible applicants may apply here.
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Application Deadline: 1st March
French-African Young Leaders Program (Fully-funded)
Every year, the French-African Foundation brings together a group of Young Leaders who play an important role in Franco-African relations, based on a public call for applications.
Value and Duration of Award:
- 5 days in Paris, France
- 5 days in Dakar, Senegal
- High-level meetings with leaders from the public and private sector
- Excellent opportunities for mentorship, training and networking
- Media exposure
- Flights and accommodation covered by the French-African Young Leaders program
How to Apply: Apply below
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Application Deadline: 21st March
Government of Austria ITH Fully-funded Masters Scholarships for Developing Countries
Students may attend ITH by private means or through scholarships given by the Austrian Development Cooperation. Limited number of scholarships are offered every year by the Austrian Development Cooperation.
How to Apply: Students may attend ITH by private means or through scholarships given by the Austrian Development Cooperation.
Procedure:
- Get information about ITH from an Austrian consulate or embassy
- Download ITH application form by clicking here. Austrian embassies and consulates have this form as well.
- Application Process – all applications should be sent directly to the Institute via post.
Submission deadline is the 1st of March every year, which means the Institute has to receive the application latest by March 1st. - Confirmation – You would be informed about the result of your application by the end of April. If you were awarded a scholarship you will receive a letter of acceptance.
It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
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Application Deadline: 1st March,
Mastercard University of Edinburgh Online Masters Scholarships for African Students
If you are a graduate, or are soon to graduate, as a Mastercard Foundation Scholar from a Mastercard Foundation partner institution, find out more about applying to study a postgraduate qualification online.
Value of Award:
- The scholarship will cover the full tuition fees and a small study stipend to allow for access to high-quality internet. The scholarship is designed to cover three-years of part-time online study.
- On top of financial support, Scholars will participate in activities as part of the wider Scholars Program with the University of Edinburgh, including regular online workshops with our scholars, online coaching and support, and the opportunity to attend regional scholar-led workshops and events.
How to Apply: Apply here
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
- GOODLUCK
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Application Deadline: 15th March 2021
Anzisha Prize $100,000 Entrepreneurs Awards for Young African Entrepreneurs
The Anzisha Prize seeks to award young entrepreneurs who have developed and implemented innovative solutions to social challenges or started successful businesses within their communities.
Value of Award: Additional investment of $8,000/ $10,000 in each Fellow
- Monetary Reward of a shared amount of $100,000
- $2,000 access to a world- renowned Entrepreneurial Leadership curriculum and training with the potential for further investment based on engagement and performance
- $2,500 worth of rewards from consulting and mentorship services
- $2,000 worth of rewards from Global speaking events or Experts in Residence support
- $1,000 worth of rewards from Regional Indabas across the continent
Each fellow also gains access to the African Leadership Academy network.
How to Apply: APPLY NOW!
Download the Application Guide:
The Applications Guide is packed with useful information and guidance to help you submit a high quality application you feel confident about. This year we are thrilled to welcome our tenth Anzisha Prize Fellowship, and we can’t wait to celebrate your achievements with the world!
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Application Deadline: 31st March
Study in Canada Scholarships for Post-Secondary International Students
The Study in Canada Scholarships program provides students from post-secondary institutions located in the new eligible countries/territories with short-term exchange opportunities for study or research in Canadian post-secondary institutions at the college, undergraduate and graduate levels.
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
- GOODLUCK
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Application Deadline: 30th March
L’Oréal-UNESCO Sub-Saharan Africa Young Talents Programme 2021 for African Women in Science
Each year the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science call for application from talented young African women scientists to receive fellowship grants to pursue promising research projects.
How to Apply: Applications can be only made here by the candidates themselves. A
It is important to download and go through application rules and regulations from the Fellowship Webpage below before applying
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Application Deadline: 22nd March
Eisenhower Fellowships Africa Program for Regional Leaders Fighting Climate Change
Eisenhower Fellowships Launches 2021 Africa Program for Regional Leaders Fighting Climate Change
How to Apply: Applications are accepted via the online portal.
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
- GOODLUCK
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Application Deadline: 15th March
DW Akademie Journalism Masters Scholarships for Journalism Students and Professionals in Developing Countries – Germany
DW Akademie is accepting applications for its International Media Studies program (IMS) in Bonn, Germany. Students from developing countries interested in the Master of Arts degree can apply for scholarships.
How to Apply:
Online applications are now being accepted.
Please browse our FAQ for more information on the program, admission requirements and the online application process.
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
- GOODLUCK
Visit the Program Webpage for Details
Application Deadline: 31st March
Water-Energy-Food (WEF) Security Nexus Winter School for Southern Africa
Applications are open for the 1st Water-Energy-Food (WEF) Security Nexus Winter School for Southern Africa
How to Apply: The Registration form
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
- GOODLUCK
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Application Deadline: 31st March
MO IBRAHIM Foundation Leadership Fellowship Program for African Leaders
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation is financing the Ibrahim Leadership Fellowship position in the African Development Bank.
How to Apply:
- Interested candidates should complete the online form at the Bank’s website: www.afdb.org/en/about-careers/current-vacancies
- Applicants must apply online by no later than 15 March 2021.
- Applications will only be considered if they are submitted on line with a comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV) indicating date of birth, nationality, education and relevant experience.
- Applicants must also attach copies of academic transcripts and three letters of recommendation.
- The selection process will include the Bank’s Human Resources Department carrying out an initial vetting of applications to develop a short list of ten (10) applicant files to be further reviewed by the Foundation. A short list of three (3) candidates will be presented to the President of the Bank (or his designate) for final selection.
- Only applicants who fully meet the Bank’s requirements and are considered for interview will be contacted.
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
- GOODLUCK
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Application Deadline: 15th March 2021
KAS Media Africa Management Short Course Scholarship for African Journalists
Apply now for a scholarship place in a Wits Media Management short course!
How to Apply: To apply, complete the Wits short course application form and submit with your CV and a motivation of around 700 words, outlining your current situation, plans and how you hope to benefit from the course.
Send you applications to: researcherone.johannesburg@kas.de
- GOODLUCK
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Application Deadline: 15th March
VLIR-UOS Masters Scholarships (ICP) by Belgium Government for Developing Countries
VLIR-UOS offers full Masters Scholarships in Belgium for students from Developing countries – half of this scholarship will be offered to African students and preference will be given for Women.
How to Apply:
- To apply for a scholarship, you first need to apply for the Master programme.
- To apply for the Masters programme, visit the website of the Master programme of your interest. Follow the guidelines for application for the programme as mentioned on its website.
- In the programme application, you can mention whether you wish to apply for a scholarship. In case you do, the programme coordinator forwards your application to VLIR-UOS.
- Applications submitted by the candidates to VLIR-UOS directly will not be considered!
Visit Scholarship Webpage for more details
Application Deadline: March
Duke-UNICEF Accelerator Program for African Social Entrepreneurs
Ready to scale your innovation or enterprise? We are looking for social entrepreneurs tackling the most challenging problems facing children globally. We are currently seeking six social enterprises working specifically on sanitation and hygiene issues in Africa.
How to Apply: Think you are a good fit? Take our eligibility quiz to find out.
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
- GOODLUCK
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Application Deadline: 5th March
Apply for Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Programme – $100 million to create 10,000 African Entrepreneurs in 10 Years
Nigerian billionaire investor and philanthropist Tony Elumelu has committed $100 million to create 10,000 entrepreneurs across Africa over the next 10 years.
How to Apply: Apply here
- It is important to go through all application requirements in the Award Webpage (see Link below) before applying.
- GOODLUCK
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Application Deadline: 1st March
New Zealand Development Scholarships for African Students (Opening soon)
New Zealand Development Scholarships (NZDS) give candidates from selected developing countries an opportunity to gain knowledge and skills through study in specific subject areas which will assist in the development of their home country.
Application Deadline: 14th March (annual)
Wells Mountain Education Scholarship Program for Undergraduate Students in Developing Countries
Wells Mountain Foundation offers the Empowerment through Education Scholarship Program for secondary school leavers to study for Bachelors degree in Developing Countries.
How to Apply:
- Applicants are required to submit two letters of recommendation written by someone who knows you, but is not a family member, who can tell why you deserve to receive a WMF scholarship. What qualities do you possess that will make you an excellent student, a successful graduate and a responsible citizen who will give back to his or her country? These letters of recommendation may come from a teacher, a religious leader, volunteer supervisor, or an employer.
- GOODLUCK!
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Application Deadline: 1st March
Norway: BI Presidential Scholarships for International Masters Students (Fully-funded)
The BI Presidential Scholarships are open to Norwegian and international applicants.
How to Apply:
- Write a scholarship application letter, maximum one-page, outlining why you are deserving of this scholarship and how your academic record qualifies you for consideration.
- Upload the scholarship application letter with your complete application for admission on the online application portal.
Visit Scholarship Webpage for details
Application Deadline: 1st March
Aga Khan Foundation Scholarship for Developing Countries (Masters & PhD)
The Aga Khan Foundation provides scholarships each year for postgraduate studies to outstanding students from select developing countries. Scholarships are awarded on a 50% grant : 50% loan.
How to Apply:
- Application forms can be obtained from the Aga Khan Foundation or Aga Khan Education Board/Service office in the applicant’s country of current residence
- Completed applications should be returned to the agency from which the form was obtained, or to the address indicated on the front of the form. They should not be sent to Geneva.
- GOODLUCK!
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Application Deadline: 31st March
Canada: Quest University Presidential Scholarships for International Undergraduate Students
All students, regardless of their country of origin, are eligible to apply for scholarships and/or financial aid.
Application Deadline: 1st March
How to Apply:
- Students applying via the Quest Application will be prompted to submit scholarship applications along with their admissions application.
- Students applying via the Common Application will submit scholarship applications on their Application Management Page after the Common Application is submitted. Log-in information for the Application Management Page are sent to applicants after their Common Application is received.
- Although optional, it is strongly suggested that applicants submit reference letters and a resume or CV to support their scholarship application.
- GOODLUCK!
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Sustainable Energy Development Scholarship Program for Developing Countries (US$ 23,000/year)
How to Apply:
- Applications should be submitted using the Online Scholarship Application.
- As the volume of incoming applications is extremely heavy around the deadline, we strongly urge you to submit your file as early as possible.
- GOODLUCK!
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Masters Scholarship in Sustainable Energy Development for Students from Developing Countries by the Education for Sustainable Energy Development [ESED] to be taken in any University around the world
Application Deadline: 8th March
American University of Beirut MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program for Sub-Saharan African Students
American University of Beirut MasterCard Foundation Scholarship Program are running Masters Scholarships for students in Sub-saharan Africa.
How to Apply:
- Complete the AUB Online Graduate Application Form after creating an account.
- Upload supporting documents as per the requirements indicated on the online application.
- Once you reach the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program box in the application, click on “Apply” in order to recieve the financial survey link specific to this scholarship that needs to be filled and submitted before the application deadline.
Visit the Scholarship Webpage for Details
Application Deadline: 18th March
University College Dublin (UCD) Global Excellence Masters Scholarships for sub-Saharan African Students
The Scholarship Program is funded by UCD International and aims to attract excellent candidates to the UCD’s graduate programs and encourage early application.
How to Apply: In order to be eligible to apply for this advertised scholarship, applicants must have ‘Offer’, ‘Conditional Offer’, ‘Accept’ or ‘Conditional Accept’ status associated with their application;
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Award Provider: University College Dublin (UCD)
Application Deadline: 31st March
Jeroen Ensink Memorial Fund Masters Scholarships for Developing Countries
The Jeroen Ensink Memorial scholarship is offered to students from sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia who are committed to improving public health in developing countries and wish to undertake the MSc Public Health for Development course.
- By submitting an application for this funding applicants agree to its Terms & Conditions.
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Application Deadline: 30th March
African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Master’s & Co-operative Master’s Program (Fully-funded) for African Students
AIMS is pleased to open applications for the Master’s & Co-operative Master’s Program at five centres of excellence for the Academic year.
How to Apply:
- You can visit the Applicants FAQ page to see Frequently Answered Questions,
- Click here to apply for AIMS Master’s in Mathematical Sciences
- Click here to apply for AIMS Co-operative Master’s in Mathematical Sciences
- GOODLUCK!
Visit Programme Webpages for Details
- 2021/2022 AIMS Structured Master’s Application Webpage
- 2021/2022 AIMS Structured Co-Op Master’s Application Webpage
Application Deadline: 31st March
Korean Government Scholarships for 170 Bachelors, 800 Masters & PhD for Developing Countries
The Korean Government is offering Bachelors, Masters and PhD Scholarships for International Students to study at various Korean Universities and Higher Institutions. The graduate application program will open in February and close by March. Specific dates will be published soon.
How to Apply: Applicants can apply for the Korean Government Scholarship through the Korean Embassy in their home country or a participating Korean University.
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Application Deadline: March
Mo Ibrahim Foundation University of London PhD Scholarships for African Students
The Centre of African Studies, School of African Studies(SOAS) University of London offers 2 PhDs to African nationals as part of the Governance for Development in Africa Initiative funded by the Mo Ibrahim Foundation.
How to Apply:
- Please apply via this online application form: here
- The guidance notes can be downloaded on the right hand side of this page.
Visit Program Webpage for Details
Application Deadline: 31st March
1,000 Heinrich Boll Foundation Scholarships for International Students, Germany – Undergraduate, Masters & PhD
The Heinrich Böll Foundation grants scholarships to approximately 1,000 undergraduates, graduates, and doctoral students of all subjects and nationalities per year, who are pursuing their degree at universities, universities of applied sciences (‘Fachhochschulen’), or universities of the arts (‘Kunsthochschulen’) in Germany.
How to Apply: The application form will be completed online; additional application documents will be submitted as PDF.
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Application Deadline: 1st March
Italy: Cattolica Africa Scholarship Program for African Masters Students
Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, as part of its mission to foster relationships with developing countries, has developed a special program for students from the African continent. This program will enable students to study for undergraduate and postgraduate degree programs taught in English at UCSC’s Milan, Piacenza and Cremona campuses.
How to Apply
- Download the application guidelines and read them carefully. Make sure you follow the instructions provided in order to properly submit your application.
- Select the degree program of your choice. You may select up to two programs. Your application will be considered for your first choice only. In case of your application being unsuccessful, will we automatically consider you for the second choice.
- Create your account, fill out the online form and upload the required documents (listed in the guidelines)
- Pay the application fee (75€, non-refundable) and submit your application. We will start processing your application after the payment of the application fee has been received: check that the status of the application in your Self Service Center is “Applied and paid”. In case it is not, please contact. international.admissions@unicatt.it
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Application Deadline: 15th March
