How to Find the Right Scholarships for Your Academic Level: A Smart Guide for Nigerian Students”
If you're a graduate looking to further your studies abroad without financial barriers, you’re in luck. Many global universities and organizations offer fully funded master's and PhD scholarships tailored for African students. These scholarships not only pay tuition but often come with monthly stipends, travel costs, and research funding. We as Africans are really privileged to queue in ASAP
1. Chevening Scholarships (UK)
The Chevening program is funded by the UK government and targets future leaders from around the world.
What it covers: Full tuition, flights, accommodation, and monthly stipends.
Eligibility: Undergraduate degree, work experience, leadership potential.
Link: https://www.chevening.org/apply/
2. DAAD Scholarships (Germany)
Germany’s DAAD program is one of the biggest global funding bodies for international graduate students.
What it covers: Full tuition, travel, language training, and monthly stipend.
Eligible courses: Development-related postgraduate programs.
Link: https://www.daad.de/en/study-and-research-in-germany/scholarships/
3. Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program (Graduate Level)
Beyond undergraduates, the Mastercard Foundation also supports graduate students at partner universities like the University of Edinburgh and University of Cape Town.
What it covers: Tuition, living expenses, visa support, etc.
Link: https://mastercardfdn.org/scholars/
4. Commonwealth Shared Scholarships
These are for candidates from low and middle-income Commonwealth countries who wouldn’t otherwise afford to study in the UK.
What it covers: Tuition, airfare, stipend, thesis grant.
Link: https://cscuk.fcdo.gov.uk/scholarships/commonwealth-shared-scholarships/
5. African Union Scholarships (Pan African University)
Fully funded master's and PhD opportunities at AU-backed Pan African Universities. Very real and direct...
Link: https://www.pau-au.africa/
Pro Tip: Most of these programs open around August–October. Get your transcripts, CV, and letters of intent ready early. Goodluck 😊