Wageningen University Africa Scholarship Programme

The Wageningen University Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP) has been initiated by Wageningen University & Research to give talented and motivated students from Africa the opportunity to study at the university in Wageningen.

Application Deadline

• 1 December 2026 (complete MSc application with all documents)

Tell Me About The Scholarship

The Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP) at Wageningen University & Research (WUR) offers talented and motivated students from Africa the opportunity to pursue a Master’s degree starting in September 2027. The programme supports capacity building in Africa by training excellent students who will contribute to development in their home countries.

Which Fields are Eligible

All WUR MSc programmes are eligible, provided applicants meet admission requirements and unconditional admission is granted.

Type

• Master’s Scholarship | Fully Funded | Netherlands

Who Can Apply

Applicants must:

• Be citizens of an African country.
• Submit a complete MSc application before 1 December 2026.
• Be unconditionally admitted to a WUR MSc programme.
• Hold a First Class Honours Bachelor’s degree with GPA ≥ 80%.
• Meet WUR’s English language requirements before the deadline.
• Preferably not already hold a Master’s degree.

How Are Scholars Selected

• Selection coordinated by the WU Scholarship Selection Committee.
• Shortlisted applicants informed in March–April 2027.
• Final recipients chosen via a lottery among shortlisted candidates.
• Scholarship offers made on 7 April 2027; others placed on a waiting list.

Which Countries are Eligible

• All African countries.

Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken

• Wageningen University & Research, Netherlands.

How Many Scholars

• Limited number awarded annually; highly competitive.

What is the Benefit of the Scholarship

• Full tuition fee coverage (24 months).
• Living allowance for 24 months.
• Travel to and from the Netherlands.
• Visa costs.
• Health insurance coverage.

How Long Will the Scholarship Last

• 2 years (full MSc programme duration).

Required Documents

• Completed MSc application form.
• Bachelor’s diploma (completed before 1 December 2026).
• Official transcripts.
• Proof of English language proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent).
• Personal statement and supporting documents.

How to Apply

1. Submit a complete MSc application via WUR portal before 1 December 2026.
2. Ensure all documents (Bachelor’s diploma, transcripts, English test results) are uploaded.
3. Await selection results in March–April 2027.
4. Scholarship offers made on 7 April 2027.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details

• GOODLUCK!

Applicants must:

• Be citizens of an African country.
• Submit a complete MSc application before 1 December 2026.
• Be unconditionally admitted to a WUR MSc programme.
• Hold a First Class Honours Bachelor’s degree with GPA ≥ 80%.
• Meet WUR’s English language requirements before the deadline.
• Preferably not already hold a Master’s degree.

1. Submit a complete MSc application via WUR portal before 1 December 2026.
2. Ensure all documents (Bachelor’s diploma, transcripts, English test results) are uploaded.
3. Await selection results in March–April 2027.
4. Scholarship offers made on 7 April 2027.

Visit the Application Webpage for Details

• GOODLUCK!