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Applications are now open for Tiger Brands Graduate Bursary Programme 2024. This opportunity is open to young South Africans who are graduates. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 27 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Aarhus Institute of Advanced Studies (AIAS) Junior and Senior Fellowships. The AIAS-AUFF Junior and Senior Fellowships are available for curiosity-driven, talented researchers from all over the world and within all research disciplines.
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 African Investigative Journalism Conference (#AIJC2024) Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 24 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the VD Scholarship. Click here to learn more about this scholarship opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the RWJF Health Policy Fellowship. The RWJF Health Policy Fellows program offers mid-career professionals the opportunity to participate in the policy process at the federal level and use that leadership experience to improve health equity, health care, and health policy.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Internet Governance Forum Travel Support. Support is provided through contributions to the IGF Global South Fund by the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 23 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars (UMAPS) Program 2025/2026. The program supports the development of the next generation of African scholars by integrating them into international academic networks and promotes U-M's international commitment to research and teaching collaborations across diverse disciplines, from engineering to literature to economics.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 ARES Belgian Government Masters and Continuing Education Scholarships. The ARES scholarships offer you the opportunity to follow a one-year advanced bachelor’s or master’s degree program or a 2-to-6-month continuing education program within a higher education institution of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation in Belgium.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Regional Scholarship and Innovation Fund (Rsif) PhD Scholarships 2024. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Globalink Research Internship. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the ACIAR Pacific Agriculture Scholarships, Support and Climate Resilience Program 2024. The Pacific Agriculture Scholarships and Support and Climate Resilience (PASS-CR) Program provides scholarships and support to postgraduate students in agriculture, forestry and fisheries at The University of the South Pacific (USP) and Fiji National University (FNU).
Date Posted: 17 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 Bank of Tanzania Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Memorial Scholarship Fund for Master's degree programmes. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 Bank of Tanzania Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Memorial Scholarship Fund for Bachelor degree programmes. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the Yenching Academy 2025 Masters Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Ernst & Young (EY) CA Stream Bursary. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are open for the African Development Bank-Japan Africa Dream Scholarship 2025. This scholarship is open to applicants from African Development Bank member countries with relevant professional experience and a history of supporting their countries' development efforts who are applying to a graduate degree program in energy development and related disciplines.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications to be part of the MultiChoice Talent Factory East Africa, West Africa and Southern Africa Academy class of 2025 are now open and will close on 15 September 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the YALI 2025 Mandela Washington Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 African Leadership Institute (AFLI) Archbishop Tutu Fellowship Programme. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded training opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
Applications for the Peridot Program 2025 are now open. The objective of this program is to develop scientific and technological exchanges of excellence between French and Pakistani research laboratories, by promoting new cooperation and the participation of young researchers and doctoral students.
Date Posted: 13 Aug, 2024
1. What is a Fully Funded Scholarship?
A fully funded scholarship is a type of financial aid that covers all of the costs associated with attending school, including tuition, accommodation, living expenses, books, travel, and sometimes additional costs such as insurance. These scholarships are designed to ease the financial burden of students so they can focus entirely on their studies.
2. Who is Eligible for Fully Funded Scholarships?
Eligibility for fully funded scholarships varies depending on the scholarship provider. In general, students with strong academic achievements, leadership qualities, extracurricular activities, and financial need may be eligible. Some scholarships are also awarded based on specific criteria like nationality, field of study, or level of education (undergraduate, master's, or PhD).
3. What Are the Chances of Receiving a Fully Funded Scholarship?
The competition for fully funded scholarships is usually very high, as many students apply for them. However, your chances depend on your academic performance, extracurricular activities, and how well you meet the scholarship's eligibility criteria.
4. Do Fully Funded Scholarships Cover all Living Expenses?
Yes, fully funded scholarships generally cover all living expenses, including accommodation, meals, and a stipend for personal expenses. Some scholarships also include travel allowances and insurance.
5. Can International Students Apply for Fully Funded Scholarships?
Yes, many fully funded scholarships are open to international students. Universities, governments, and private organizations offer these scholarships to attract talented students from around the world. Ensure that you check the specific eligibility requirements of each scholarship to ensure that it is open to international applicants.
6. What Are Some Examples of Fully Funded Scholarships?
Some well-known fully funded scholarships include:
Chevening Scholarship (UK): For international students to study in the UK.
Fulbright Scholarship (USA): For international students to study in the United States.
DAAD Scholarship (Germany): For students to study in Germany.
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship (Europe): For students to study in Europe.
Rhodes Scholarship (UK): For international students to study at the University of Oxford.
7. Can I Work While Receiving a Fully Funded Scholarship?
Most fully funded scholarships discourage or limit working during the scholarship period, as they are meant to allow students to focus entirely on their studies. Some programs, however, allow part-time work or offer internships as part of the scholarship package. Always check the scholarship terms to understand the specific work conditions.
8. How Do I Improve My Chances of Getting a Fully Funded Scholarship?
Here are some ways to improve your chances of winning a fully funded scholarship:
Maintain excellent academic performance.
Participate in extracurricular activities, especially those related to leadership and community service.
Research the scholarship thoroughly and tailor your application to match the criteria.
Write a compelling motivation letter that highlights your goals and how the scholarship will help you achieve them.
Obtain strong letters of recommendation from professors or mentors.
9. Do Fully Funded Scholarships Require a Service Commitment?
Some fully funded scholarships require recipients to return to their home country after completing their studies and contribute to the development of their country. This is common in government-funded scholarships, where students are expected to give back to their communities after graduation. Ensure you review the terms of the scholarship carefully to understand if there are any service commitments.
10. Can I Apply for Multiple Fully Funded Scholarships?
Yes, you can apply for multiple fully funded scholarships, but remember to check if there are any restrictions. Some scholarships require exclusive applications, which means that you can only apply for one at a time, while others allow you to apply for several simultaneously.