MINDS Scholarship Programme for Africans 2025 [Fully Funded]

The MINDS Scholarship Programme 2025 is now accepting applications from African students. This initiative offers scholarships to individuals who aspire to pursue postgraduate studies in an African country other than their own. Eligible candidates of African descent are encouraged to apply.

This scholarship program enables students to immerse themselves in the unique cultural richness and diversity that different African nations have to offer. MINDS Scholarships are designed for full-time enrollment in a one or two-year Honors or Master’s degree program at selected institutions recognized by MINDS.

Summary:

Scholarship Sponsor(s): MINDS – Africa

Host Institution(s): Universities across African nations

Funding Amount: Fully funded

Number of Awards: Multiple available

Study Level: Postgraduate Studies

Nationality: Citizens of African countries

Eligibility Criteria for the MINDS Scholarship 2025

To be eligible for the MINDS Scholarship programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a citizen of any African country, currently residing in an African nation.
• Must have received formal acceptance from one or more MINDS-approved institutions outside of their country of citizenship or residency.
• Must have been accepted to pursue postgraduate studies within the following academic year at a MINDS-approved institution.
• Should have achieved a minimum of 70% in each subject during the last two years of academic study.
• Must provide evidence of leadership capabilities or potential, following the guidelines specified in the application form.
• Must submit a complete online application form along with the necessary supporting documents.

Preferred Institutions

To qualify for the MINDS Scholarship 2025, applicants must have been accepted into one of the following preferred institutions:

East Africa

African Leadership University, Rwanda

Carnegie Mellon University in Rwanda

Makerere University, Uganda

Strathmore University, Kenya

North Africa

Al Akhawayn University, Morocco

Université Cadi Ayyad, Morocco

Université Mohammed V, Morocco

Southern Africa

African Leadership University, Mauritius

University of Cape Town, South Africa

University of Mauritius, Mauritius

University of Witwatersrand, South Africa

West Africa

Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology, Ghana

Pan-Atlantic University (Lagos Business School), Nigeria

University of Development Studies, Ghana

Scholarship Benefits

The MINDS Scholarship will cover various expenses, depending on whether the award is partial or fully funded, including:

Tuition fees

Accommodation and meals

One round-trip ticket for the duration of studies

A fixed monthly stipend

Application Procedure

How to Apply: If you meet the eligibility requirements, you can apply for the MINDS Scholarship 2025 through the official online application portal. Ensure that the following documents are prepared and scanned in PDF format, with each file not exceeding 2MB:

A copy of the data/bio page of your passport.

Certified academic transcripts for the last two years of study.

A copy of the official acceptance letter from the university, which must:

Be addressed to you.

• Clearly state the degree program you have been accepted into.
• Indicate the academic year in which the degree will commence.
• Specify the duration of the course (e.g., one year).
• A copy of a valid study permit or visa, or proof of application (optional).
• A detailed CV or resume, not exceeding four single-sided pages.
• Two reference letters (maximum three pages each) addressing your integrity, competency, leadership potential, and commitment to African development.

For additional information and to apply, please visit the official website. This scholarship program presents an excellent opportunity for African students to further their education while experiencing the cultural diversity of the continent.
Application Deadline: Not specified