L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa): Scholarship for African Students

Beyond the regional awards, L'Oréal-UNESCO National Fellowships support women scientists at the PhD or postdoctoral stage in individual African countries. National commissions and L'Oréal country representatives manage local fellowship competitions with grants of up to ,000.

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Quick Facts — L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa)

Funding TypeOther
Application DeadlineDecember 31, 2026

Who Is Eligible for L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa)?

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 L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa)

  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 December 31, 2026 via the official website.
  4. Track your application status on Scholar Africa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa)?

L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa) 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 L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa) cover?

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

When is the deadline for L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa)?

The application deadline is December 31, 2026. Apply early as some components may take time to prepare.

How do I apply for L'Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science National Fellowships (Africa) from Africa?

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