Access 142 fully funded scholarships open to African students in 2026. Each scholarship on this page covers tuition fees in full and many also include living expenses, travel allowance, health insurance, and a monthly stipend. Fully funded scholarships remove financial barriers so you can focus entirely on your studies. Programmes include DAAD, Chevening, Commonwealth, Mastercard Foundation, and many more from leading institutions worldwide. Apply early and prepare strong applications to maximise your chances.
By academic level: 112 Masters, 78 PhD, 28 Undergraduate, 6 Postdoctoral, 3 Vocational. Of the 142 scholarships listed, 137 are fully funded (full ride or full tuition), covering all major expenses so students can focus on their studies without financial worry. Partial scholarships and stipends make up the remainder, each providing meaningful financial support.
Top host countries for these scholarships include: United Kingdom (31), United States (19), South Africa (11), Australia (8), Kenya (8), Japan (7). Each destination offers unique academic strengths, vibrant student communities, and post-study work opportunities. Studying abroad opens doors to global networks, world-class research facilities, and cross-cultural experiences that enhance both personal growth and career prospects.
A fully funded scholarship covers all major costs of studying abroad, typically including tuition fees, accommodation, living expenses, travel costs, and health insurance. Some also provide a monthly stipend and research allowance.
There are currently 142 fully funded scholarships listed on Scholar Africa for African students. This includes full ride and full tuition awards.
Among the most sought-after programmes are the DAAD Scholarships (Germany), Chevening Scholarships (UK), Commonwealth Scholarships, Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program, and the Gates Cambridge Scholarship.
Yes, applying to multiple scholarships increases your chances. However, read each programme's terms carefully as some require you to accept only one funded offer.