The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award calls for all final-year bachelor, honours, master and doctoral students who require support for 2024 tuition fees to apply for this year’s edition. The scholarship is an investment in young people a thriving Africa and African excellence.
Summary of The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award
- Host: Dr Shakira Choonara
- Category: Undergraduate & Postgraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African countries
- Benefits: Tuition-sponsored
- Deadline: September 30th
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About The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award
The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award is awarded each year to a deserving final-year student at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level (Honors, Masters, PhD). The scholarship supports final-year tuition fees for a disadvantaged student.
The student must be pursuing a university degree and have a track record of academic excellence (70% or more in the current and previous years of study.) Studies in the broader development field will be supported, desirable fields include health sciences and gender studies.
Eligibility Criteria
- Youth between the ages of 21-35 years old
- The applicant must be a citizen of any of the 54 African states
- The applicant must be in the final year of studies (undergraduate or postgraduate) at an African university
- Demonstrate financial need i.e. require the scholarship to settle final year tuition fees in order to complete their academic degree
- A proven track record of academic excellence
Application Documents required for The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award
- Proof of citizenship in an African country (A valid ID)
- Full transcripts
- 2 Recommendation letters with contact details
- A one-page motivational letter
- 2 Page curriculum vitae (CV) including references
- Fees statement including university contact and banking details
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