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MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana

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The MIASA Fellowships is viable for 10 junior or senior researchers at the University of Ghana who are dedicated to sustainable governance., Post a Comment

Provider
Various
Host country
Ghana
Deadline
Annual – check official site
Region
Africa
Official source

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Eligibility & requirements at a glance

MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana is open to African students applying to study in Ghana at the Fellowship level, with fully funded funding. Below is a quick summary of who can apply, what's covered, and the key dates — full details are further down the page.

Who can apply
Fellowship · applicants for Ghana
Funding
Fully Funded
Study level
Fellowship
Deadline
Annual – check official site

Key eligibility criteria

  • African researchers in social sciences and humanities

What the fully funded award covers

  • Monthly stipend
  • Accommodation
  • Return airfare
  • Family/dependent support

About the MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana (2026)

The MIASA Fellowships at the University of Ghana is viable for 10 junior or senior researchers who are dedicated to sustainable governance. Find out if you qualify for the opportunity below. ### Table of contents - [Benefits of the MIASA Fellowships](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/miasa-fellowships-for-africans-at-the-university-of-ghana/#h-benefits-of-the-miasa-fellowships) - [Eligibility Criteria from the University of Ghana](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/miasa-fellowships-for-africans-at-the-university-of-ghana/#h-eligibility-criteria-from-the-university-of-ghana) - [How to Apply for the Fellowship](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/miasa-fellowships-for-africans-at-the-university-of-ghana/#h-how-to-apply-for-the-fellowship) Dedicated towards research in humanities and social sciences with sustainable governance as its central topic, the Merian Institute for Advanced Studies in Africa (MIASA) presents fellowship opportunities that last 3-12 months each. While the starting date of a fellowship is generally handled flexibly, fellowships between three and six months under MIASA usually follow this timeline o   Twelve-months fellowships usually start in August. o   Four- and six-month fellowships are usually offered during the period between August and January and between January and June. o   Three-months fellowships are usually offered from 1st of June to 31st of August. MIASA’s main thematic corridors are conflict and sustainable peace, democracy, and environmental transformation. The institute is also interested in a wide range of intersectional sub-topics, such as land ownership and acquisition, migration and mobility, restitution of cultural objects, African cities, human rights, and other related themes. **Application deadline:** November 15, 2021 ![](https://i0.wp.com/scholarshipsforafricans.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/MIASA_Logo_Horizontal_Colour.png?resize=473%2C152&ssl=1) ## Benefits of the MIASA Fellowships The successful applicants become MIASA fellows with all the corresponding rights and obligations for the requested funding period. Fellows affiliated with a home institution may choose between two fellowship options: (1) The fellows’ salary or teaching substitution costs are met by MIASA for every full fellowship month on the principle of “no loss, no gain,” and paid directly to his/her home institution. (2) A fellow may choose the option of an individual grant based on the candidate’s salary at his/her home institution. Additionally, fellows from outside Accra may receive a monthly living allowance of up to 675€. Meanwhile, non-affiliated fellows receive an individual monthly grant. For all fellows from outside Accra, MIASA provides accommodation (or an equivalent accommodation allowance of up to 1500€/month) and reimburses travel costs. Also, a small contribution to support research undertaken at MIASA can be granted to the MIASA fellow upon application to MIASA directors (max. 250€/ fellow month). MIASA fellows who come with family members to Accra can receive a family allowance. Fellowships are funded by the German Federal Ministry for Education and Research via the University of Freiburg/FRIAS. The Institute provides its fellows with office space on the University of Ghana campus. Fellows have full access to all library services at the University of Ghana and, electronically, at the University of Freiburg, Germany. A full-time presence of fellows at the MIASA Fellowships for Africans for the entire period is required. Periods of leave need to be negotiated with the MIASA directors prior to the signing of the fellowship agreement, and must not exceed a total of more than 1/6 of the fellowship duration. ## Eligibility Criteria from the University of Ghana The call for the fellowships for Africans is open to both junior (> 6 years after completion of PhD) and senior (> 6 years after completion of PhD) researchers. Junior and senior researchers from around the globe are welcome to apply for the MIASA Fellowships after completion of their PhD in a relevant discipline of the Humanities or the Social Sciences. Applicants must propose a research project that matches the research focus of the IFG on “The Governance of Energy Transitions in the Global South”. ## How to Apply for the Fellowship Applications for the fellowships for Africans will be accepted in English and French. The completed application form together with the information indicated below has to be uploaded on the [MIASA application webpage](https://mobility.frias.uni-freiburg.de/mobility/BewerbungServlet?identifier=FRIAS&kz_bew_pers=L&kz_bew_art=IN&aust_prog=MIASAone&sprache=en). After submission of the documents, applicants shall receive an acknowledgment receipt providing contact details and including a copy of their submission. Please note that incomplete or late applications will not be considered. For information on the application and selection process (required documents, eligibility criteria, evaluation criteria, timeline, and stages of the selection process), please view the [Application Guidelines](https://www.ug.edu.gh/mias-africa/sites/mias-africa/files/images/210209_Application%20guidelines_MIASA%20Fellowships%20Individuals.pdf). * * * _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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What the Fully Funded MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana covers

The award components below were extracted from the sponsor's published description. Always cross-check the exact figures, ceiling amounts and conditions on the official site before you budget around them.

  • Monthly stipend
  • Accommodation
  • Return airfare
  • Family/dependent support

MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana eligibility for Ghana applicants

Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.

  • African researchers in social sciences and humanities

Documents required for the MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana application

A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.

  • Valid international passport (bio page scan)
  • Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
  • Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
  • Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
  • Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
  • Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
  • Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
  • Research proposal or statement of purpose (500–2,000 words for PhD)
  • Published or unpublished writing sample (PhD and research-led Masters)
  • Financial-need declaration or family-income statement (sponsor-specific template)
  • Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders

How to apply for the MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana 2026

A practical, sponsor-agnostic sequence used by >95% of international scholarship applicants. Adapt to the sponsor's specific portal — the order rarely changes.

  1. 1
    Confirm eligibility on the official site

    Open https://mobility.frias.uni-freiburg.de/mobility/BewerbungServlet?identifier=FRIAS&kz_bew_pers=L&kz_bew_art=IN&aust_prog=MIASAone&sprache=en and verify the sponsor's stated criteria match your profile — currently: "African researchers in social sciences and humanities". Sponsor rules change between intakes, so always confirm against the live call.

  2. 2
    Secure a study place or admission offer

    Identify a supervisor whose research aligns with yours, exchange emails, and either obtain a conditional offer or confirmation that they will host your project. Many Various awards require this before the funding application opens.

  3. 3
    Sit required tests and gather documents

    Register for IELTS / TOEFL / Duolingo (or SAT / GRE where required), request official transcripts, brief two or three referees, and prepare passport and identity documents at high resolution.

  4. 4
    Draft your essays and statements

    Write a focused 1,000–2,000-word research proposal and a separate personal statement. Tailor every paragraph to the sponsor's stated priorities — generic recycled essays are the most common reason strong applicants are rejected.

  5. 5
    Complete the online application

    Create an account on https://mobility.frias.uni-freiburg.de/mobility/BewerbungServlet?identifier=FRIAS&kz_bew_pers=L&kz_bew_art=IN&aust_prog=MIASAone&sprache=en, fill in every field, and upload the required documents in the formats specified (PDF, max file size, single-file vs multi-file). Save progress frequently — most portals time out after 30–60 minutes.

  6. 6
    Submit by Annual – check official site (aim 7 days early)

    Sponsor portals routinely slow or fail in the final 24 hours. Submit early, download the confirmation receipt, and screenshot the submission timestamp. Late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.

  7. 7
    Prepare for shortlist interviews

    If shortlisted, Various will contact you within 4–12 weeks. Re-read your essays, rehearse 3–5 likely questions out loud, and confirm your time zone for any video interview.

MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana deadline & application timeline

The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.

  1. 12 months out

    Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.

  2. 6 months out

    Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.

  3. 3 months out

    Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.

  4. 1 month out

    Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.

  5. Application deadline

    Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.

Ready to apply?

Cross-check the latest eligibility rules and deadline on the sponsor's official portal before you start your application.

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Frequently asked questions

Who can apply for the MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana?+

Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Fellowship level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Ghana for the duration of the programme.

Is the MIASA Fellowships for Africans at the University of Ghana fully funded?+

Funding model: Fully Funded. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.

When is the application deadline?+

The application deadline is Annual – check official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.

What documents do I need to apply?+

At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.

How can I improve my chance of winning?+

Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.

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