Mauritius Africa Scholarships 2027: As part of its commitment to promote capacity-building at high level across the continent, the Government of Mauritius is awarding scholarships to deserving students who are resident citizens of member states of the African Union or of African Commonwealth countries as per the following criteria below
Application Deadline:
- National Nominating Agency Deadline: 31 March 2027 (Note: Individual country nominating agencies, such as Ministries of Education or national scholarship boards, frequently set much earlier internal deadlines for local applicants to allow for screening).
- International Submission Dates: Electronic dossier submissions by national agencies close on 17 March 2027, and hard-copy documents are due by 31 March 2027 at the Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research in Mauritius.
Tell Me About The Program:
The Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme, offered by the Government of Mauritius, is a fully funded international support program designed for resident citizens of member states of the African Union. The scheme promotes regional cooperation and human capital development by enabling high-achieving African students to pursue full-time, on-campus undergraduate and postgraduate programs (Diplomas, Degrees, MPhil, or PhDs) at public Higher Education Institutions across Mauritius.
Which Fields are Eligible:
- All Major Disciplines and Study Fields offered across participating public Higher Education Institutions in Mauritius (including science, technology, engineering, agriculture, arts, humanities, social sciences, health, and medical studies).
Type:
Fully Funded Government Scholarship & Regional Academic Mobility Scheme
Who can Apply:
- Citizenship & Residency: Must be a resident citizen of a member state of the African Union.
- Age Limits (as of 1 January 2028):
- Undergraduate Programs (Diploma/Degree): Must be over 18 years of age and must not have reached their 26th birthday.
- Postgraduate Programs (MPhil/PhD): Must not have reached their 40th birthday.
- Admission Requirement: Applicants must have already applied for a full-time, on-campus program at a public Higher Education Institution in Mauritius for the 2027 academic year (and hold a conditional admission letter or university application receipt).
- Academic Criteria: Must satisfy minimum entry requirements, such as strong A-Level/high school results for undergraduates, or relevant undergraduate/Master’s degree classifications for postgraduate tracks.
How are Applicants Selection Processed:
- Local Screening & Nomination: Applications cannot be sent directly to Mauritius by individual applicants. Candidates must apply through their home country’s National Nominating Agency (typically the Ministry of Education or Federal Scholarship Board). Each country nominates up to 15 candidates total (5 per category: Undergraduate, Master’s, MPhil/PhD).
- Final Selection: The Mauritian Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research evaluates the officially nominated dossiers in consultation with local institutions to award final scholarships.
Which Countries Are Eligible:
All Member States of the African Union (including Nigeria and other African countries).
Where will the Program be Taken:
Public Higher Education Institutions in the Republic of Mauritius (such as the University of Mauritius, University of Technology Mauritius, Université de Maurice, etc.).
How Many Fellows / Grantees:
Extensive annual regional cohort determined by government bilateral quotas and institutional capacity.
What is the Benefit of the Program:
- Tuition Coverage: Full payment of tuition fees and relevant institutional charges.
- Living Allowance: Monthly stipend contribution toward living expenses throughout the course duration.
- Airfare Support: Free return economy airfare ticket from the home country to Mauritius at the start and end of the studies.
- Medical Benefits: Free access to public healthcare services in Mauritian public hospitals.
How Long Will it Last:
- Undergraduate Diploma: Up to 3 years.
- National Diploma in Nursing: Up to 3 years and 6 months.
- Undergraduate Degree: Up to 4 years.
- MPhil / Master’s Research: Up to 2 years (plus 6 months for thesis defence).
- PhD / MPhil/PhD: Up to 3 to 4 years depending on research pathway structure.
How to Apply:
- Apply to a Mauritian University: Apply for a full-time, on-campus course at a public Higher Education Institution in Mauritius and secure your application receipt or conditional admission letter.
- Download Application Forms: Obtain the official 2027 Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Application Form and guidelines from the Mauritius Ministry of Tertiary Education website or your local ministry portal.
- Prepare Required Documents: Complete the form electronically, and assemble certified copies of your birth certificate, passport data page, academic certificates/transcripts, medical certificate stamped by a registered doctor, and your university admission proof.
- Submit via National Nominating Agency: Submit your completed physical and electronic application dossier directly to your home country’s National Nominating Agency / Ministry of Education well ahead of the official 31 March 2027 international deadline to account for local processing times.
