The European Union is now offering the GREEN STEM Scholarships for African students at the University of Nairobi in Kenya. This scholarship program is fully funded, covering tuition, travel, visa costs, and providing a yearly stipend of €28,840.
In this post, you’ll find all the details you need to apply for this program.
GREEN STEM Scholarship Summary
- Host Countries: Nigeria, South Africa, Kenya, Rwanda
- Study Abroad: In Africa
- Category: Postgraduate, Masters, PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship, €28,840 stipend per year, Visa and Travel Costs
- No IELTS Required
- Deadline: December 1, 2024
Scholarship Details
The GREEN STEM scholarships aim to empower up to 92 young talents, including students and staff, to experience mobility within Africa. These scholarships are available only if the host university (where you’ll study) is different from your home university (where you are currently studying or have studied).
Requirements for the GREEN STEM Scholarship
To be eligible, you must:
- Be a woman of African nationality and residing in an African country.
- Be registered, admitted, or have obtained a degree from one of the partner universities or another African university not participating as a partner.
- Women with specific needs or requiring assistance are encouraged to apply and will receive support during their mobility.
Benefits of the GREEN STEM Scholarship
- Monthly Allowance: €890 for Masters, €1230 for Doctoral students, and €2370 for Staff Exchange.
- Application Fees: Covered, including visa and insurance contributions.
- Tuition Fees: Waived for grantees.
- Special Support: Provided for individuals with disabilities during their mobility.
Participating Universities
- University of Lagos
- University of Witwatersrand
- University of Nairobi
- University of Rwanda
How to Apply for the GREEN STEM Scholarship (Step by Step)
If you’re interested, follow these steps to apply:
- Visit the Application Website: Click on the button below to go to the scholarship application site.
- Apply for a Graduate Degree: Apply to one of the partner institutions.
- Submit Your Scholarship Application: After your program application, prepare and submit your scholarship application on the scholarship page before the deadline.
- Wait for Selection: Selected applicants will be contacted via email.
[CLICK HERE TO APPLY]
Deadline: December 1, 2024
FAQs
1. Who can apply for the GREEN STEM Scholarship?
The scholarship is open to women of African nationality who are residents of an African country and are either registered, admitted, or have obtained a degree from one of the partner universities or another African university.
2. What does the scholarship cover?
It covers tuition, travel, and visa costs, and provides a yearly stipend of €28,840. It also includes support for individuals with disabilities and application fees.
3. When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is December 1, 2024. Make sure to submit all required documents and applications by this date.