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The Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) is announcing the inaugural Africa Climate Academy from 7th October, 2024 to 11th October, 2024. Apply today and be a part of this fully-funded opportunity!
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Guinness Nigeria Undergraduate Scholarship Scheme. The scholarship will provide full tuition for students who are currently studying in Public Nigerian Universities.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Gates Cambridge Scholarship Program 2025/2026 to study in the United Kingdom. The Gates Cambridge Scholarship programme was established in October 2000 by a donation of US$210m from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to the University of Cambridge, which is the largest ever single donation to a UK university.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Journal for Public Health in Africa (JPHIA)/Africa CDC Manuscript Writing Workshop 2024. The workshop will run from 21-25 November 2024 in Rabat, Morocco. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the AFC Building Resilience Against Climate and Environmental Shocks (BRACE) Program 2024. BRACE leverages a hybrid learning experience to engage agripreneurs through training, peer learning, interactive sessions, and practical applications. Apply now!
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 International Program in Public Health Leadership (IPPHL) Program. The International Program in Public Health Leadership is an eight-month program for emerging leaders working in or closely with African Ministries of Health.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Are you a refugee student seeking a transformative educational opportunity in Japan? Have you ever dreamed of studying at a prestigious university while receiving full financial support? The Education Pathways Scholarship (EPS) might be the perfect chance for you. Launched in 2024, the EPS aims to provide refugee students with a pathway to higher education at the International Christian University (ICU) in Tokyo.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
The Mentor Amiable Professional Society (MAPS) has launched the FULLY FUNDED Young Professional Fellowship Sao Paulo 2024, a noteworthy initiative designed to hone the leadership abilities of young people under 40. The program’s main goals are to produce citizens of the highest caliber and with a higher sense of responsibility by promoting interfaith harmony, cultural variety, and the integration of many ethnic groups.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the IRENA Youth Forum 2025. The International Renewable Energy Agency's (IRENA) sixth IRENA Youth Forum: The New Generation of Decision Makers will convene from 9 - 13 January 2025 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates at the margins of the fifteenth session of the IRENA Assembly (11-13 January 2025).
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 Australia Awards Fellowships. Fellowships target senior and mid-career officials and professionals who are in a position to advance development outcomes in priority areas and increase the institutional capacity of partner countries through their leadership.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the UNU-WIDER Visiting Scholars Programme. This programme gives qualified scholars an opportunity to research topics related to development and/or global economic issues, and to participate in UNU-WIDER activities.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the UNU-WIDER Visiting PhD Fellowship Programme. This programme gives registered doctoral students an opportunity to utilize the resources and facilities at UNU-WIDER for their PhD dissertation or thesis research on developing economies, and to work with our researchers in areas of mutual interest.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the DAFI Scholarship Programme for Academic Year 2024-2025. Click here to learn more about this fully-funded opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 US-MEPI Tomorrow’s Leaders Program. Sponsored by the Department of State’s U.S.-Middle East Partnership Initiative (MEPI), the Tomorrow’s Leaders Program offers undergraduate and graduate scholarships to exceptional students from socioeconomically underserved backgrounds who represent the cultural and geographic diversity of the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024/2025 Women and Clean Energy in West Africa (WOCEWA) Scholarship and Green Jobs Program. The initiative will sponsor young women from West Africa to complete their master's programs.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are now open for the NED Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program. The program offers five-month fully funded fellowships for practitioners to improve strategies and techniques for building democracy abroad and five-month fellowships for scholars to conduct original research for publication.
Date Posted: 03 Sep, 2024
Applications are open for the Smithsonian Resilience and Sustainability Science Postdoctoral Fellowship 2025. Through the Resilience and Sustainability Fellowship, the Smithsonian seeks to support up to five post-doctoral fellows as they conduct independent research in support of the Smithsonian's goals to understand and expand resilience.
Date Posted: 31 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the MFWA DPI Journalism Fellowship Phase II. The fellowship seeks to host a cohort of 60 experienced journalists from Benin, Ghana, Nigeria, and Togo.
Date Posted: 31 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2025 University of British Columbia Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program. The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UBC will provide 351 academically talented young people from Sub-Saharan Africa with access to quality and relevant university education at UBC. A
Date Posted: 30 Aug, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 APSA MENA Workshop Fellowship. The workshop is part of a multi-year effort to support political science research among early-career scholars in the MENA region and to strengthen research networks linking Arab scholars with their colleagues overseas.
Date Posted: 30 Aug, 2024
1. What is a Fully Funded Scholarship?
A fully funded scholarship is a type of financial aid that covers all of the costs associated with attending school, including tuition, accommodation, living expenses, books, travel, and sometimes additional costs such as insurance. These scholarships are designed to ease the financial burden of students so they can focus entirely on their studies.
2. Who is Eligible for Fully Funded Scholarships?
Eligibility for fully funded scholarships varies depending on the scholarship provider. In general, students with strong academic achievements, leadership qualities, extracurricular activities, and financial need may be eligible. Some scholarships are also awarded based on specific criteria like nationality, field of study, or level of education (undergraduate, master's, or PhD).
3. What Are the Chances of Receiving a Fully Funded Scholarship?
The competition for fully funded scholarships is usually very high, as many students apply for them. However, your chances depend on your academic performance, extracurricular activities, and how well you meet the scholarship's eligibility criteria.
4. Do Fully Funded Scholarships Cover all Living Expenses?
Yes, fully funded scholarships generally cover all living expenses, including accommodation, meals, and a stipend for personal expenses. Some scholarships also include travel allowances and insurance.
5. Can International Students Apply for Fully Funded Scholarships?
Yes, many fully funded scholarships are open to international students. Universities, governments, and private organizations offer these scholarships to attract talented students from around the world. Ensure that you check the specific eligibility requirements of each scholarship to ensure that it is open to international applicants.
6. What Are Some Examples of Fully Funded Scholarships?
Some well-known fully funded scholarships include:
Chevening Scholarship (UK): For international students to study in the UK.
Fulbright Scholarship (USA): For international students to study in the United States.
DAAD Scholarship (Germany): For students to study in Germany.
Erasmus Mundus Scholarship (Europe): For students to study in Europe.
Rhodes Scholarship (UK): For international students to study at the University of Oxford.
7. Can I Work While Receiving a Fully Funded Scholarship?
Most fully funded scholarships discourage or limit working during the scholarship period, as they are meant to allow students to focus entirely on their studies. Some programs, however, allow part-time work or offer internships as part of the scholarship package. Always check the scholarship terms to understand the specific work conditions.
8. How Do I Improve My Chances of Getting a Fully Funded Scholarship?
Here are some ways to improve your chances of winning a fully funded scholarship:
Maintain excellent academic performance.
Participate in extracurricular activities, especially those related to leadership and community service.
Research the scholarship thoroughly and tailor your application to match the criteria.
Write a compelling motivation letter that highlights your goals and how the scholarship will help you achieve them.
Obtain strong letters of recommendation from professors or mentors.
9. Do Fully Funded Scholarships Require a Service Commitment?
Some fully funded scholarships require recipients to return to their home country after completing their studies and contribute to the development of their country. This is common in government-funded scholarships, where students are expected to give back to their communities after graduation. Ensure you review the terms of the scholarship carefully to understand if there are any service commitments.
10. Can I Apply for Multiple Fully Funded Scholarships?
Yes, you can apply for multiple fully funded scholarships, but remember to check if there are any restrictions. Some scholarships require exclusive applications, which means that you can only apply for one at a time, while others allow you to apply for several simultaneously.