United Kingdom
All scholarships listed in our database from Aga Khan Foundation, hosted in United Kingdom. Each card links to the official sponsor page.
The UK funds African students through Chevening, Commonwealth, Rhodes, Gates Cambridge and university-specific awards across Oxford, Cambridge, LSE, Imperial and beyond.
6 total · 0 currently open
The British Council Scholarships for Women in STEM aim to increase opportunities for women in STEM, strengthen female leadership in science and innovation, and promote a more diverse and gender-representative sector by providing funding for one-year master's degree programmes at top ranking universities and research institutions within the UK, for women from socioeconomically and disadvantaged contexts. The scholarship covers full costs including tuition, living stipends, travel, and healthcare. Applications for 2026-27 are closed, and results are due by June 2026. Future applicants should check the official website for updated information and specific eligibility criteria. The program emphasizes enhancing women’s careers in STEM and enabling them to promote research and innovation in their home country through exposure to UK expertise and global expertise. Applicants should demonstrate a strong academic record, commitment to STEM, leadership potential, and an intention to contribute to their home country. Always refer to the official British Council page for comprehensive and current details.
Eligibility: Women from socioeconomically and disadvantaged contexts pursuing Master's degrees in STEM fields.
Columbia University Scholarship for Displaced Students (CUSDS) is a fully funded undergraduate award for refugees and displaced students — including African refugees — covering full tuition, housing, food and travel at Columbia in New York.
Eligibility: Applicants must be displaced individuals (e.g., refugees, asylum seekers) from any country and meet the admissions requirements for their chosen Columbia University program.
Gates Cambridge Scholarship: Eligibility for PhD, MLitt, or one-year postgraduate course at Cambridge for non-UK citizens. Excludes certain degrees. Deadlines vary by course. Fully funded.
Eligibility: * **Citizenship:** Citizen of any country outside the United Kingdom. * **Course of Study:** Must apply for a PhD (full-time or part-time), MLitt (full-time), or a one-year postgraduate course (full-time) at the University of Cambridge, with some exceptions. * **Current Cambridge Students:** Eligible to apply for a *new* postgraduate course. Cannot apply to fund the remainder of a course already started. * **Ineligible Courses:** Undergraduate degrees, MASt courses, part-time degrees other than PhD, and various professional and non-standard degrees (e.g., MBA, EMBA, MFin, PGCE, certain medical degrees).
The Rhodes Scholarships are the oldest and most celebrated international fellowship awards in the world, offering full financial support for outstanding students to pursue graduate degrees at the University of Oxford. Eligible applicants are young students from the United States with exceptional scholarly achievements, character, commitment to others, and leadership potential. The selection process is decentralized, choosing 32 Scholars annually from various institutions across the U.S. territories. This brief focuses on the application process for U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents. Applicants should consult the official website for detailed eligibility, application guidelines, and key dates. Overall, the scholarship seeks to identify and foster future leaders committed to the common good. Applications are reviewed for academic excellence, character, leadership potential, and dedication to serving others, providing a unique opportunity to join a global network of influential alumni and contribute significantly to society.
Eligibility: United States citizens and lawful permanent residents who are young students (Master's, PhD level) based in one of the 50 states, District of Columbia, or U.S. territories.
The Saïd Foundation offers scholarships to talented young Syrians, Jordanians, Lebanese, and Palestinians to pursue postgraduate studies in the UK, equipping them with the skills to contribute to the development of the Middle East.
Eligibility: Open to postgraduate students from Syria, Jordan, Lebanon, and Palestine seeking to study in the UK.
Commonwealth Scholarships are for students from Commonwealth countries to pursue Master's and PhD studies in the UK. They aim to contribute to the development needs of Commonwealth countries.
Eligibility: Open to citizens of Commonwealth countries who want to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees in the UK. Specific eligibility varies by scholarship type.
Runs a long-standing 50% grant / 50% loan international scholarship programme for postgraduates.
1967
59 years of operation
6 listed here
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6 live · 0 closed for now
2026
Latest award added 2026
Masters · Fully Funded (includes monetary support, tuition fees, living stipends, travel and visa costs, health coverage fees, English language support) · Deadline: Varies by year and university (applications for 2026-27 are closed, shortlisting results by June 2026)
Undergraduate · Fully Funded · Deadline: Varies by program
PhD · Fully Funded · Deadline: Varies (typically October or December, depending on course)
Masters, PhD · Fully Funded (all university fees, living stipend, and economy airfare) · Deadline: Not explicitly stated, but selection occurs approximately a year in advance of the scholarship start date. Applicants should consult the official website for current deadlines.
Masters · Fully Funded
Masters · Fully Funded