One of the ways to to unlock one’s potential and make an impact in the world is through, education. However, access to quality education can be limited for many African women due to financial constraints and other socio-economic barriers. Scholarships can help bridge this gap and provide African women with the opportunity to pursue their individual career goals. 

Here are 7 prestigious scholarships for African students to get you started:

1. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program is a fully funded scholarship program for students to pursue undergraduate and graduate studies at leading universities around the world. The program provides comprehensive support to scholars, including tuition fees, living expenses, travel costs, and mentorship. You should also note that the Program is implemented through their partner universities and non-governmental organisations, Applications are only through the university of your choice.

 

2. Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships

 

The Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships program Funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (FCDO) is a scholarship program for citizens of Commonwealth countries to pursue a full-time taught Master’s study at a leading university in the UK. The program provides full funding for tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs.

 

3. Generation Google Scholarship (EMEA)

The Generation Google Scholarship: for women in computer science was established to help students pursuing computer science degrees excel in technology and become leaders in the field. Selected students will receive a 7,000 EUR award (or local equivalent) for the 2023-2024 academic year. The program is open to students who meet all the minimum qualifications and we strongly encourage women interested in computer science to apply.

 

4. Mandela Rhodes Scholarship

The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship is a postgraduate scholarship for African students to study at leading universities in South Africa. The scholarship provides full funding for tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs. The programme aims to keep Nelson Mandela’s legacy alive by equipping young African leaders with the competence and courage to transform the continent into a place where everyone has equal opportunity to thrive.

 

5. Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Program

The Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship Program provides a limited number of scholarships for postgraduate studies to outstanding students from select developing countries, including several in Africa. Scholarships cover tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs.

 

6. Chevening Scholarships

Chevening Scholarships are funded by the UK government and are open to individuals with leadership potential from a wide range of African countries. Chevening Scholarships support master’s degree studies in the UK and cover tuition fees, living expenses, and travel costs. You will live and study in the United Kingdom for a year, during which time you will grow professionally and academically, network extensively, experience British culture, and build long-lasting positive relationships with the UK.

 

7. The Fulbright African Women’s Scholarship

The Fulbright African Women’s Scholarship is a program of the U.S. Department of State. The program provides scholarships to African women who want to pursue a master’s or doctoral degree in the United States. The scholarship covers tuition, fees, room and board, and other expenses. Recipients are also provided with a stipend to cover living expenses. To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must be women who are citizens of an African country and who have been accepted to a master’s or doctoral program at a U.S. university. Applicants must also demonstrate financial need and have a strong academic record.

 

 

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