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Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students

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Provider
Various
Host country
South Africa
Deadline
Annual – check official site
Region
Africa
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Who can apply
African students and emerging leaders committed to social change
Funding
Fully Funded
Study level
Masters
Deadline
Annual – check official site

Key eligibility criteria

  • African students and emerging leaders committed to social change

Recorded funding information

  • Fully Funded

About the Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students (2026)

The Atlantic Fellows Program is a fellowship opportunity geared toward African students intent on following better educational tracks ahead. See if you qualify for the opportunity below! **Application deadline:** January 10, 2022 ### Table of contents - [Benefits of the Atlantic Fellows Program](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/atlantic-fellows-program-for-african-students/#h-benefits-of-the-atlantic-fellows-program) - [Eligibility Criteria for African Students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/atlantic-fellows-program-for-african-students/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-african-students) - [How to Apply](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/atlantic-fellows-program-for-african-students/#h-how-to-apply) * * * Stay in the loop! Get weekly updates on new scholarships offerings here. * * * ## Benefits of the Atlantic Fellows Program The Fellowships are available in TWO fully-funded tracks: - **Atlantic Residential Fellowship**: supports applicants in taking the one year MSc Inequalities and Social Science (MISS), with dedicated mentorship, as well as engaging with the wider work of the Atlantic Fellows program (such as the Annual conference and Non-Residential Fellows activities). - **Atlantic Non-Residential Fellowship**: a unique opportunity to study via a series of distinct, comprehensive short courses, with both academic and in-the-field work, comprising around seven weeks in total throughout the year. Non-Residential Fellows remain based in their home and professional environments, and travel to attend the Modules. The Non-Residential Fellows will undertake practical project work, and contribute to the Annual Conference and other activities as part of the Atlantic Fellows program. Please see the full list of detailed benefits for the respective fellowships: Residential Fellowship: - Residential Fellows receive support from a dedicated LSE academic mentor, from the AFSEE Academic Lead through monthly meetings and regular check-ins, and via further opportunities for engagement offered throughout the year. - The Residential track of the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity program is a funded fellowship. The fellowship includes full tuition fees, an £18,000 stipend to cover living costs while in London, travel to and from Cape Town for the South Africa module, and travel to and from London at the beginning and end of the active fellowship, including reimbursement of visa fees. - Modest financial support is available for Fellows who have family care responsibilities. The program also has a Resilience Fund to which Fellows can apply in the event of emergencies. Further information is available upon request. Non-Residential Fellowship: - Each Non-Residential Fellow receives support from a dedicated mentor who has been selected for expertise and experience in the Fellow’s area of focus. - The Non-Residential Track of the Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity program is a funded fellowship. The fellowship includes full tuition fees; a £3,000 grant to support project work; dedicated mentorship; travel to and from London/Cape Town for each Module; accommodation and related costs during Modules; and reimbursement of visa fees. - Modest financial support is available for Fellows who have family care responsibilities. The program also has a Resilience Fund to which Fellows can apply in the event of emergencies. Further information is available upon request. Moreover, the Atlantic Residential Fellowship is undertaken for a full academic year. Non-Residential Atlantic Fellowships, on the other hand, take 12 to 18 months. ## Eligibility Criteria for African Students In order to qualify for the Atlantic Fellows Program, please read through the following requirements: - Applicants for the Non-Residential Atlantic Fellowship must meet the Standard English Language requirements for the LSE. Proof must be included with your final application documents. - Applicants for the Atlantic Residential Fellowship **must** apply for the MSc Inequalities and Social Science. They must meet all the requirements as set out in the course page. - Separate eligibilities can be read on the application forms of each fellowship. ## How to Apply For more details, visit [Atlantic Fellows website.](https://afsee.atlanticfellows.org/the-atlantic-fellowships) If you want to start your application process, please [click here](https://afsee.atlanticfellows.org/apply) to apply. * * * _brought to you by Scholarships for Africans_ [**Scholarships for Africans**](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/) is a premier scholarship information blog committed to bringing more opportunities for Africans globally. They are part of the African Scholar Initiative, powered by Scholarship Hippo. 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Funding information

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  • Fully Funded

Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students eligibility

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  • African students and emerging leaders committed to social change

Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students document information

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    How to apply for the Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students 2026

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    1. 1
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      Consult https://afsee.atlanticfellows.org/apply to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there.

    2. 2
      Check eligibility and any requested materials

      Listed eligibility: African students and emerging leaders committed to social change. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist.

    3. 3
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      Listed deadline information: Annual – check official site. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

    Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students deadline & application timeline

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    4. Planning suggestion: 1 month out

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    Frequently asked questions

    Who can apply for the Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students?+

    African students and emerging leaders committed to social change

    What funding does the Atlantic Fellows Program for African Students offer?+

    Listed funding: Fully Funded. Confirm amounts, exclusions and conditions on the official source. This label does not establish any additional benefit components.

    When is the application deadline?+

    Provider deadline information: Annual – check official site. Confirm the current cutoff and any time zone on the official source; no additional cutoff or late-submission policy is assumed here.

    What documents do I need to apply?+

    No explicit document checklist is recorded here. If an application is required, prepare only the documents requested by the provider; requirements may differ from admission requirements.

    How do I check the application process?+

    Consult https://afsee.atlanticfellows.org/apply to confirm whether consideration is automatic or requires an application, and follow only the process stated there. Listed eligibility: African students and emerging leaders committed to social change. Confirm the current criteria and, if submission is required, use the provider's own checklist. Listed deadline information: Annual – check official site. Confirm any cutoff, time zone and follow-up process with the provider.

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