Scholarships for Africans
Find African scholarships, fellowships and paid internships across every level — Bachelors, Masters, PhD and Postdoc — at universities in Africa, Europe, North America, Asia and Oceania.
African Scholar curates the world's best opportunities for African students and professionals. Every listing is reviewed by our editors and tagged by country, level and funding type so you can find the right scholarship in seconds.
New to scholarship hunting? Start with our application glossary to learn key terms like F-1 visa, GPA, SOP and Fellowship.
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Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for African scholarships listed here?
Citizens of all 54 African countries can apply. Each scholarship lists the specific eligible nationalities — many are open Africa-wide, others target specific regions or single countries.
Are all of these scholarships fully funded?
We prioritize fully funded scholarships covering tuition, stipend, insurance and airfare, but some partial-funding opportunities are included where they offer significant value.
Which countries can African students study in?
Listings cover destinations across North America, Europe, the United Kingdom, Australia, China, Japan, South Korea, and partner universities within Africa.
Are scholarships available for African undergraduates?
Yes — programs like the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, MEST Africa and African Leadership University fund Bachelors degrees for African students.
Are PhD and postdoctoral scholarships available?
Yes — DAAD, Commonwealth, Fulbright, Chinese Government Scholarships and many European research councils fund African PhD and postdoc researchers each year.
How often is this list updated?
Our editorial team updates the list every day, removing closed scholarships and adding newly opened opportunities so you always see currently-open programs.
Is there an application fee?
Almost all scholarships listed here are free to apply for. Application fees, when they exist, are charged by universities — never by the scholarship sponsor.
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