The Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program (JJ/WBGSP) 2026 offers fully funded Master’s scholarships to development professionals from eligible developing countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. Covering tuition, stipend, accommodation, and airfare at 24 top universities worldwide, this prestigious award comes with a deadline of May 29, 2026. Read our complete guide to eligibility, benefits, and how to apply.

The DAAD Study Scholarships for STEM Disciplines 2027 offer high-achieving graduates from developing and emerging countries a fully funded Master’s degree in Germany, including a €992 monthly stipend, insurance, and travel support. The application deadline is October 21, 2026. Read our complete guide to eligibility, benefits, and how to apply.

The African STARS Fellowship Programme 2026, supported by the Mastercard Foundation and hosted at Stellenbosch University and Institut Pasteur de Dakar, offers fully funded ATT (4–6 months) and YPP (12 months) tracks for African scientists and young professionals. Covering travel, accommodation, and visa support, this prestigious fellowship trains the next generation of African leaders in genomics, diagnostics, and epidemic preparedness. The application deadline is January 31, 2026.

The PTDF In-Country Scholarship Scheme (ISS) 2025/2026 is one of Nigeria’s most prestigious scholarships, offering ₦2,900,000 per year plus a laptop to Nigerian undergraduate, MSc, and PhD students in oil and gas-related fields. Applications are open now and close on June 5, 2026 — read our complete guide to apply successfully.

The Mastercard Foundation AfOx Graduate Scholarship offers up to five fully funded Oxford MBA places for outstanding African citizens each year, covering tuition, living costs, and leadership training. No separate scholarship application is required — eligible Oxford MBA applicants are considered automatically. The deadline for the 2026–27 cycle is January 7, 2026.