2026 Pan African University (PAU) Postgraduate Scholarships

Location: Kenya, Nigeria, Cameroon, and Algeria

Program: Master’s and PhD Degrees

Eligibility: African Citizens and African Diaspora

Duration: Not Specified

Deadline: December 15, 2025

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The 2026 Pan African University (PAU) Scholarships offer an exceptional fully funded opportunity for outstanding young Africans to pursue Master’s or PhD degrees at any of PAU’s four institutes across the continent. The program covers tuition, accommodation, living stipends, travel, books, and research expenses, while providing high-quality training from leading faculty, joint PAU–host university degrees, and a rich multicultural academic environment. Scholars also benefit from strong career guidance and access to rapidly growing professional fields across Africa.

Established by the African Union’s Heads of State and Government, the Pan African University is a flagship initiative designed to strengthen higher education and research across the continent. Since 2014, it has awarded 2,549 certificates to students from 50 AU Member States. Its four institutes—PAUSTI in Kenya, PAULESI in Nigeria, PAUGHSS in Cameroon, and PAUWES in Algeria—play a vital role in promoting academic excellence and enhancing the global competitiveness of African universities, positioning higher education at the center of Africa’s sustainable development.

Benefits of the Scholarship

This scholarship provides comprehensive support including:

100% tuition fee coverage for the entire duration of the program
Full accommodation at the host institute campus or designated housing
Monthly living stipend to cover living expenses throughout studies
Travel allowance including one economy return flight to and from host country
Research costs coverage for fieldwork, laboratory work, and research activities
Books and study materials allowance for academic resources
Health insurance coverage during the study period
Joint degree awards from the Pan African University and its Host Universities
World-class faculty instruction with excellent programs taught by leading African and international professors
Broad network of academic and professional partners on the continent and beyond
Career guidance and support with excellent career prospects in some of Africa’s fastest-growing industries
Access to state-of-the-art research facilities and resources at host universities
Mentorship opportunities from faculty and industry professionals
Other benefits.

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Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must:

Be a citizen of any African country or member of the African Diaspora
Be not older than 25 years for male applicants and 28 years for female applicants (for Master’s programs)
Hold an undergraduate degree from a recognized university with at least a second-class upper division or its equivalent in a relevant field
Demonstrate commitment to working in Africa after graduation
Certified copies of relevant certificates and transcripts,
Passport or National I.D. card (biometric/ personal details page).
Clear coloured passport size photograph (2cmx2cm).
Maximum 28 years old for male and 30 years old for female applicants. (for PhD program)

For PhD applicants: Hold a Master’s degree from a recognized university with excellent grades in a relevant field
For PhD applicants: Submit a 3-4 page Research Concept Note including tentative title, research questions, objectives, and significance of the research
For PhD applicants: Provide names of 3 Reference University Teachers with email addresses and WhatsApp numbers (mandatory)

Have strong academic records demonstrating intellectual capability and research potential
Show potential, motivation, and desire to play transformative leadership roles as academics, professionals, industrialists, innovators, and entrepreneurs
Meet program-specific requirements for chosen field of study and institute

Note: Kindly check the official website for full and complete requirements.

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Selection Criteria

The African Union Commission employs a competitive selection process evaluating candidates based on academic excellence demonstrated through strong university transcripts showing at least second-class upper division or equivalent grades for Master’s applicants and excellent Master’s degree results for PhD applicants, quality and relevance of research interests particularly for PhD candidates whose research concept notes must demonstrate clear research questions, well-defined objectives, significant contributions to their fields, and alignment with Africa’s development priorities