There are several scholarships available in Europe specifically for African women to pursue higher education.
These scholarships aim to empower women from Africa and provide them with opportunities to access quality education.
Please note that scholarship availability and criteria can change over time, so it’s important to verify the information on the official websites before applying. Here are a few scholarships to consider:
Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program: This program provides scholarships to academically talented African women to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies at participating universities in Europe. The program focuses on leadership development and community engagement.
Peace Corps Africa Region Scholarships: Some universities in Europe offer scholarships to students from African countries, including women, who have served in the Peace Corps in Africa. These scholarships often cover tuition fees and living expenses.
OWSD Early Career Fellowships: The Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD) offers fellowships to early career women scientists from Sub-Saharan Africa and other developing countries. These fellowships support doctoral research in various scientific fields.
Margaret McNamara Education Grants: While not limited to Europe, these grants are awarded to women from developing countries, including African nations, who are enrolled at universities in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Swedish Institute Study Scholarships: The Swedish Institute provides scholarships to highly-qualified students from selected countries, including African nations, who wish to pursue master’s level studies in Sweden.
Netherlands Fellowship Programmes (NFP): Although this program is not exclusively for women, it offers scholarships to individuals from selected countries, including African nations, who wish to pursue master’s or PhD studies in the Netherlands.
Erasmus Mundus Scholarships: These scholarships are offered by the European Commission to support international students, including women from African countries, in pursuing joint master’s and doctoral programs offered by consortiums of European universities.
Commonwealth Scholarship and Fellowship Plan: While not exclusive to Europe, some European countries participate in this program. It offers scholarships to citizens of Commonwealth countries, including African nations, for various levels of study.
Cambridge Trust Scholarships: The University of Cambridge in the UK offers scholarships for international students, including African women, at various degree levels.
University-specific Scholarships: Many universities across Europe have their own scholarship programs for international students, including African women. Check the official websites of universities you’re interested in for information on scholarships they offer.
Remember to carefully review the eligibility criteria, application deadlines, and required documents for each scholarship you’re interested in. Additionally, consider reaching out to the respective scholarship organizations or university admission offices for more information and guidance.