These scholarships support your pursuit of mastery in your field, providing the financial boost you need to excel in your studies and research. We recommend you apply as soon as they are published.
Applications are ongoing for the Amref International University/Mastercard Foundation Learning for Life Postgraduate Scholarship 2025/2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC) Post-Graduate (Master’s Degree) Scholarships Programme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 DAAD Leadership for Africa Master's Scholarship Program for South Sudan and Uganda. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
The scholarship programme “Leadership for Africa” (LfA) aims to support the academic qualification and advancement of young refugees and national scholars from Cameroon, Senegal, and Togo at higher education institutions in Germany. Applications are now open for this programme.
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 SOAS University of London Hyundai Motor Group Scholarships.Hyundai Motor Group is offering five scholarships intended to nurture talent from Africa at SOAS University of London. Apply now!
Date Posted: 26 Mar, 2025
Applications for the IMF Youth Challenge in Economics 2025 are ongoing. This competition aims to encourage innovative thinking and provide a platform for young economists to contribute to the policy dialogue in the MENA region.
Date Posted: 24 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 African Plant Nutrition Scholar Award Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Mar, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Geneva Challenge. The 2025 Advancing Development Goals International Contest for Graduate Students aims to present innovative and pragmatic solutions to address the challenges of migration.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the MasterCard Master's Programmes Scholarship at Makerere University 2025/2026. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
The NEW UI GREAT Scholarship 2025 at Universitas Indonesia offers scholarship for international students. Applicants willing to pursue their master’s degree in Indonesia can apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the John Thompson Scholarship 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Google Research Scientist Internship, PhD 2025. Research Interns work with Research Scientists and Software Engineers to discover, invent, and build at scale. Ideas may come from internal projects as well as from collaborations with research programs at partner universities and technical institutes.
Date Posted: 20 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Mandela Rhodes Scholarship 2025-2026. The Mandela Rhodes Scholarship is a life-changing leadership journey. The scholarship combines financial support with a leadership programme that will challenge you, grow you, and connect you to young African changemakers -just like you.
Date Posted: 19 Mar, 2025
Xiamen University (XMU) is accepting applications for the 2025 Xiamen University New International Students Scholarships. Monthly living allowances will be provided to outstanding postgraduates in accordance with the standards of Chinese Government Scholarships.
Date Posted: 15 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the 2025 Goldsmiths International Response Scholarship to international applicants. This scholarship helps people who are currently applying for asylum in the UK or who are refugees.
Date Posted: 14 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the UNITAR Pura Vida Fellowship Program 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the Google Conference Scholarships - Africa 2025. To help break down the barriers that prevent underrepresented groups in technology and business from attending leading conferences, they are excited to offer Google Conference Scholarships for selected conferences in the tech industry and related fields.
Date Posted: 13 Mar, 2025
Applications are open for the London School of Economics AKO Masters Scholarship 2025. LSE is offering two full (fees and a stipend) and eight tuition fees only scholarships for citizens and residents of South Asia, Africa or Latin America who hope to earn a Master's degree. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
The Master Mind Scholarship for the academic year 2025-2026 in Belgium offers an exceptional opportunity for outstanding students worldwide to pursue a master’s degree in Flanders and Brussels. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
Unlock your potential with the University of Nottingham’s South Asia Postgraduate Excellence award, a tuition fee scholarship for masters students who live in specific South Asian countries
Date Posted: 12 Mar, 2025
1. What are Master's Scholarships?
Master's scholarships are financial awards specifically granted to students to help fund their postgraduate studies at the master's level. These scholarships may cover tuition fees, living expenses, or both, depending on the type of scholarship.
2. Who is Eligible to Apply for a Master's Scholarship?
Eligibility requirements vary depending on the scholarship provider. Generally, applicants must have completed a bachelor's degree or equivalent, meet academic performance standards, and sometimes meet specific demographic or geographic criteria. Some master's scholarships may also require professional experience.
3. How Can I Apply for a Master's Scholarship?
The application process varies for each scholarship. Generally, it involves submitting an online application form, academic transcripts, recommendation letters, a personal statement, and proof of language proficiency (if applicable). Some scholarships also require essays or an interview.
4. Do I Need to Have an Offer from a University Before Applying for a Master's Scholarship?
Some scholarships require that you have an unconditional or conditional offer from a university before applying, while others allow you to apply simultaneously for both the scholarship and university admission. Always check the specific requirements of each scholarship.
5. Can I Work While Studying with a Master's Scholarship?
This depends on the terms of the scholarship and the regulations of the country where you are studying. Some scholarships allow part-time work, while others restrict work to focus on studies. Ensure that you check the rules associated with your scholarship.
6. Are There Scholarships for Online Master's Programs?
Yes, several institutions and organizations offer scholarships for online master's programs. These scholarships may either be fully or partially funded.
7. Can I Apply for Multiple Master's Scholarships at Once?
Yes, you can apply for multiple scholarships at once. In fact, we recommend that you do so to increase your chances of securing funding for your studies. However, be mindful of the deadlines and requirements for each scholarship.