Location: Sweden
Program: Undergraduate and Postgraduate – Masters
Eligibility: African Students
Duration: same with course
Deadline: February, 2026
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The African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarships at Lund University represent a strategic initiative aimed at strengthening academic collaboration between Africa and Europe. Through this program, talented students and researchers from ARUA member universities are offered opportunities to pursue advanced studies and research at Lund University in Sweden. The scholarships focus on capacity building, knowledge exchange, and addressing pressing global challenges, with particular emphasis on areas such as sustainable development, public health, governance, and innovation. By supporting scholars from Africa, the program fosters international partnerships and equips participants with the skills and exposure needed to make impactful contributions to their home institutions and communities.
Lund University, founded in 1666, is one of Scandinavia’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Located in the charming city of Lund, southern Sweden, the institution is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally. It is renowned for its cutting-edge research, international collaborations, and a strong emphasis on critical thinking and innovation. With more than 46,000 students and a wide range of English-taught programs, Lund University offers a diverse and inclusive academic environment. Its strategic location in the Öresund region, close to Malmö and Copenhagen, also makes it a hub for cultural exchange, entrepreneurship, and career opportunities.
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Benefits of the Scholarship
This scholarship will provide the following to its recipients:
- The ARUA Scholarship covers a percentage of the tuition fees, up to a maximum of 90%.
- The exact percentage awarded depends on the available budget of the programme/faculty concerned.
- Please note that the scholarship does not cover living costs.
- Scholarship recipients must still have the means to cover their living costs according to the requirements of the Swedish Migration Agency.
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Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:
- Be or have been a student at an ARUA university in one of the countries listed
- Be a citizen of a country from outside the EU/EEA (and Switzerland) and be required to pay tuition fees for your studies at Lund University
- Have submitted a correct, complete and timely application for an international degree programme at Lund University
- Have selected Lund University as your first choice in your application at universityadmissions.se.
- Please do not apply if you do not meet all of the above requirements. Your application will not be considered.
Note: kindly check the official webpage for full and detailed requirements
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Selection Criteria
The scholarship selection process runs in parallel with the programme selection process. Priority will be given to students with strong academic performance, who
- Are judged to be a good fit for the programme they have applied for
- Show a strong commitment and desire to study at lund university and
- Have selected a programme at Lund University as their first choice when applying at universityadmissions.se.
How to Apply
CLICK HERE to visit the official webpage and submit your application.
