CERN African Students Fellowship Programme: Scholarship for African Students

CERN offers fellowship and student programmes open to nationals from countries with which CERN has a cooperation agreement, including several African nations. Provides hands-on research experience in particle physics and related technologies at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland.

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Quick Facts — CERN African Students Fellowship Programme

Host CountrySwitzerland
Application DeadlineSeptember 30, 2026

Who Is Eligible for CERN African Students Fellowship Programme?

This scholarship is open to students from: Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

How to Apply for CERN African Students Fellowship Programme

  1. Review the eligibility requirements above to confirm you qualify.
  2. Prepare your documents including academic transcripts, recommendation letters, and personal statement.
  3. Submit your application before September 30, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for CERN African Students Fellowship Programme?

CERN African Students Fellowship Programme is open to students from Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cabo Verde, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Congo (Brazzaville), Congo (DRC), Cote d'Ivoire, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, South Sudan, Sudan, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe studying at the eligible level.

What does CERN African Students Fellowship Programme cover?

This scholarship scholarship covers tuition and may include additional benefits such as living expenses and travel costs.

When is the deadline for CERN African Students Fellowship Programme?

The application deadline is September 30, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for CERN African Students Fellowship Programme from Africa?

Create a free profile on Scholar Africa, find CERN African Students Fellowship Programme in your matches, and apply directly through the official provider website.

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