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Chevening Scholarship — UK
UK Universities
UK government's global scholarship programme, rewarding future leaders with a fully-funded one-year Masters at any UK university.
Eligibility
Minimum 2 years work experience, strong academic record, commitment to return to home country after study.
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Commonwealth Scholarship — UK
UK Universities
Prestigious scholarships for students from Commonwealth countries to study in the UK. Covers tuition, airfare, living expenses and thesis allowance.
Eligibility
Citizens of Commonwealth countries, under 35 for some schemes, with a strong academic record.
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Fulbright Foreign Student Program — USA
US Universities
The US government's flagship international exchange program, offering full scholarships to study graduate programs at top US universities.
Eligibility
Strong academic record, leadership qualities, language proficiency, and commitment to cultural exchange.
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Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program
Various Partner Universities
Full scholarships for talented young Africans with demonstrated leadership potential. Covers tuition, accommodation, meals, transport and health insurance.
Eligibility
African citizens with financial need, demonstrated leadership, and commitment to return and give back to Africa.
Level
Undergraduate / Masters
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Partial Award
African Graduate Students Awards
Selected African Universities
Partial merit scholarships for outstanding African students pursuing Masters degrees at participating African universities.
Eligibility
African citizens, first class or upper second honors at undergraduate level.
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Fully Funded
Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC)
Chinese Universities
Chinese Scholarship Council offers full scholarships to study at top Chinese universities in English or Chinese-taught programs.
Eligibility
Non-Chinese citizens, excellent academic performance, healthy, under 25 (UG) or 35 (PG).
Level
Undergraduate / Masters / PhD
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DAAD Scholarship — Germany
German Universities
German Academic Exchange Service scholarships for international students to pursue postgraduate studies at German universities.
Eligibility
Strong academic record, 2 years relevant work experience for development-related programs.
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Fully Funded
Gates Cambridge Scholarship
University of Cambridge
One of the world's most prestigious scholarships, covering full costs at the University of Cambridge for outstanding international students.
Eligibility
Non-UK citizen applying to a full-time postgraduate degree at Cambridge with outstanding intellectual ability.
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Fully Funded
ICCR Scholarship — India
Indian Universities
Indian Council for Cultural Relations scholarships for African students to study at premier Indian institutions including IITs and IIMs.
Eligibility
African citizens, strong academic record, age below 30 (UG) or 45 (PG).
Level
Undergraduate / Masters / PhD
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Korean Government Scholarship (KGSP)
Korean Universities
South Korean government scholarships for international students to study at Korean universities, including language training.
Eligibility
Under 25 (UG) or 40 (PG), GPA above 80%, citizen of non-Korean country.
Level
Undergraduate / Masters / PhD
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Fully Funded
Rhodes Scholarship — Oxford
University of Oxford
The world's oldest and most celebrated international scholarship programme, bringing exceptional students to the University of Oxford.
Eligibility
Citizens of eligible countries, age 19–25 (varies by constituency), with outstanding academic and personal qualities.
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Partial Award
US University Merit Scholarships
Various US Universities
Many US universities offer merit-based scholarships to international students. Amounts vary by institution and academic performance.
Eligibility
Strong SAT/ACT scores, high GPA, extracurricular activities.
Level
Undergraduate / Masters