Top Scholarships for African Students to Study in the USA
Exclusively for African citizens seeking an MBA at Stanford GSB. Covers tuition (~US$140,000) and requires fellows to return to Africa for at least two years after graduation (StartSkool, RIFTI).
9. MSFS Full-Tuition Scholarship at Georgetown University
Covers full tuition and stipend for students entering Georgetown’s Master of Science in Foreign Service, with preference for applicants from select African countries (StartSkool).
10. Davis UWC Scholars Program
Though not Africa-specific, this global scholarship offers need-based funding to graduates of United World Colleges (UWC), enabling undergraduate study at 106 U.S. partner universities (Wikipedia).
11. Mandela Washington Fellowship
A leadership and professional development program (non-degree) targeting Africans aged 25–35. Includes fully funded training, networking, and networking at U.S. universities (Grants & Scholarships Hub, Recruit Update, RIFTI).
12. American University Emerging Global Leader Scholarship
Covers full undergraduate tuition, room, and board for high-achieving students from underrepresented regions, including Africa (RIFTI).
