2026 Mo Ibrahim Foundation SOAS Scholarships at University of London for Africans (Fully Funded)
About this Scholarship
The Mo Ibrahim Foundation SOAS Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for Africans to study at the SOAS University of London in the United Kingdom. The purpose of the scholarship is to support and nurture future leaders committed to Africa's development. The target students are those who are newly admitted to the university, starting in September 2026, and have a minimum 2:1 bachelor's degree from a UK university or international equivalent. The field of study is postgraduate, and the impact of the scholarship is to strengthen leadership and governance across the continent. The scholarship includes a grant to cover the costs of tuition and living stipends for the duration of study.
✅ Eligibility Criteria
- ✓To be considered for the Mo Ibrahim Foundation Scholarship, applicants must be a newly admitted student, starting in September 2026, have an Overseas fee status, a minimum 2:1 bachelor's degree from a UK university or international equivalent, and hold an unconditional offer for their programme by the time the scholarship panel meets. The scholarship is open to all African countries.
🎁 What You Get
- ★The Mo Ibrahim Foundation SOAS Scholarship includes a £45,479 grant awarded to help selected candidates cover the costs of tuition and living stipends for the duration of study. Tuition fees will be deducted from this amount with the remainder being paid directly to the student as a maintenance stipend.
📋 How to Apply
- 1To apply, candidates must submit the required documents, including a copy of the unconditional offer received from SOAS admissions office, a CV, and a two-page statement outlining knowledge and interest in the field of study. Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 Mo Ibrahim Foundation SOAS University of London Scholarships.
📁 Documents Needed
- 📄["A copy of the unconditional offer received from SOAS admissions office","CV (including email address)","Two pages max statement outlining knowledge and interest in the field of study"]
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