Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) International Scholarship 2026 for Study and Research in Germany

Application Deadline: July 15, 2026

Applications are now open for the 2026 Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung (KAS) Scholarship. Since 1970 the Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung awards scholarships to international students from around the world to study and research in Germany. The scholarship program is aiming at international students and graduates who have acquired a university degree and who intend to complete postgraduate or master studies, doctoral studies or a research stay of at least four semesters at a university in Germany.

Funded by the German Federal Foreign Office, KAS offer scholarships to international students and PhD candidates who plan to begin or continue their studies at a German university.

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AIMS Master of Science in Mathematical Sciences for Teachers (MMST) Program 2026/2027 (Full scholarship – tuition covered)

Application Deadline: May 31st, 2026

Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 AIMS Master of Science in Mathematical Sciences for Teachers (MMST) Program. The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) Ghana invites applications for a two-year Master of Science in Mathematical Sciences for Teachers (MMST) program. This is a special training for teachers of mathematics in Africa.

The AIMS MMST is a professional program designed to provide current teachers of mathematics an opportunity to expand the knowledge of its participants in mathematical foundations relating to core secondary school curricula, and applications of modern mathematics. Coupled with significant mathematical concepts, the program is enriched with relevant pedagogy courses to challenge its students to investigate new, innovative and research-informed methods of knowledge transfer.

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CECIL Renaud Overseas Scholarships 2027 for young South Africans to study in the United Kingdom.

Application Deadline: September 30, 2026

Applications are now open for the 2027 CECIL Renaud Overseas Scholarships. Dr Cecil Renaud, a well-known Durban Philanthropist, established The Cecil Renaud Educational and Charitable Trust in 1988. Dr Renaud passed away on 3 June 1993 and bequeathed the residue of his estate to the Trust. Shortly after the Trust became active, the trustees established the Overseas Scholarship.

The Overseas Scholarship, granted annually to one or two students, is awarded for a maximum of two years for post-graduate study (Masters degree (or equivalent) or PhD) in the United Kingdom at a university of the student’s choice.

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Fulbright South African Research Scholar Program 2027/2028 for young South Africans (Fully Funded to the United States)

Application Deadline: August 30, 2026

Applications are now open for the 2027/2028 Fulbright South African Research Scholar Program. The Fulbright South African Research Scholar Program (SARSP) is an opportunity for South African university faculty or research institute professionals to conduct research in their field of expertise at a U.S. academic or research Institution for a period of 3 to 9 months. A research grant enables the scholar to perform high-level research at a U.S. academic or research institution, aimed at strengthening academic programs or curricula at his/her home institution. Qualifying applicants have a proven track record of productive scholarly research, teaching and publication.  Research programs of 3 to 9 months are commenced between August 1, 2027 and March 31, 2028; to be completed by December 31, 2028.

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University of Pretoria MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program (MCFSP) 2027 for study in South Africa (Fully Funded)

Application Deadline: Undergraduate: 31 August 2026 Postgraduate: 30 September 2026

Applications are now open for the 2027 University of Pretoria MasterCard Foundation Scholars Program. The University of Pretoria (UP) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program has been offering scholarships and wraparound support to high achieving young Africans pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate (Honours and Masters) degrees since January 2014. The University and the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program entered into phase 2 agreement December 2023 to support more young people on the continent. In January 2024 a new phase 2 cohort commenced with their studies.

The target groups are young Africans who are academically talented young people facing economic and social barriers inclusive of those living with disabilities and internally displaced persons/refugees that will contribute to the transformation of the continent through their knowledge, skills, attitudes and values evidenced by their leadership. Community service and internships are essential components of the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program including entrepreneurship. Upon the completion of their studies, Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program Alumni commit to give back in ways that enhance the economic growth and social development of their communities and the continent.

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Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships 2027 for Teacher Training Students (Fully Funded to Japan)

Application Deadline: Varying by Country

Applications are now open for the 2027 Japanese Government (MEXT) Scholarships. The program is administered by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), offers fully funded opportunities for international students to pursue postgraduate study and research at Japanese universities. The 2027 intake targets research students seeking to undertake master’s, doctoral, or non-degree research programmes in Japan.

This scholarship is designed to strengthen international academic exchange while developing researchers who contribute to global knowledge production and foster long-term cooperation between Japan and their home countries.

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MTN Foundation Scholarships 2026 for young Nigerians.

Application Deadline: Unspecified.

Applications are now open for the 2026 MTN Foundation Scholarships. MTN Foundation in 2010, established the MTN Foundation Scholarships Program, an annual award that recognizes and rewards eligible high performing students in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions in 3 categories:

MTN Foundation Science and Technology Scholarship (MTN STS)

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