Up to 4 years for Undergraduate; 2 years for Masters; 3 years for PhD
Deadline
April 26 (Annual -
Level
Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD
Acceptance
Varies by country and field of study
Difficulty
High
✨ Should I Apply for Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme (University of Mauritius)?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
75%
Eligibility Match
50%
Win Probability
7/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
30–45 hrs
Time Required
Low to Moderate
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
14,200 MUR monthly stipend
⏱
Duration
Up to 4 years for Undergraduate; 2 years for Masters; 3 years for PhD
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Deadline
April 26 (Annual - varies by cycle)
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Fields
All full-time programs offered at UoM (Excluding some specific medical programs)
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Awards/Year
Approximately 50 per year across all participating institutions
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Study Country
Mauritius
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Provider
Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology, Republic of Mauritius
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Acceptance
Varies by country and field of study
The Mauritius-Africa Scholarship Scheme is a prestigious initiative by the Government of Mauritius to promote regional integration and capacity building by offering African students the chance to study at the University of Mauritius and other public higher education institutions.
👥 Who Should Apply
Applicants must be African residents, meet age requirements (Under 25 for UG), and have a firm offer of admission from UoM.
🏛️ Host University
University of Mauritius (UoM)
🤝 Sponsor
Government of the Republic of Mauritius
🏥 Fields of Study
All full-time programs offered at UoM (Excluding some specific medical programs)
✨ Key Benefits
Covers tuition fees, provides a monthly living allowance of 14,200 MUR, and includes return airfare from the student's home country.
Yes (Up to 100,000 MUR per annum, usually covers full public university fees)
Living Stipend
14,200 MUR per month
Total Award
14,200 MUR monthly stipend
✈️ Travel: Yes (Return airfare from home country to Mauritius)🏠 Accommodation: No (Paid via monthly stipend)💊 Health Insurance: Check official website (Access to public healthcare provided)🔄 Renewable: Yes💳 App Fee: Varies (UoM application fee may apply)
🎓 Tuition Coverage
Yes (Up to 100,000 MUR per annum, usually covers full public university fees)
🏠 Living Stipend
14,200 MUR per month
🏡 Accommodation
No (Paid via monthly stipend)
✈️ Travel Allowance
Yes (Return airfare from home country to Mauritius)
💊 Health Insurance
Check official website (Access to public healthcare provided)
🎁 Other Benefits
Visa fee waiver and administrative support for international students
🔄 Renewable
Yes
📋 Renewal Conditions
Subject to satisfactory academic performance and 80% attendance
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Citizen of a member state of the African Union or African Commonwealth country
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD
📊 Minimum GPA
Competitive (Equivalent to high honors or Grade 12 distinctions)
🗣️ English Requirement
Proficiency in English required (IELTS/TOEFL or evidence of secondary education in English)
🎂 Age Limit
Undergraduate: 25 years; Masters: 35 years; PhD: 40 years
💼 Work Experience
Not required for Undergraduate; preferred for PhD candidates
🏆 Leadership
Not mandatory but considered a plus in the application
💰 Financial Need
Not the primary criteria; based on merit and nationality quotas
🎯 Target Students
International students from the African continent
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Personal Statement or Research Proposal for Postgraduates)
Rec Letters
Yes (Two academic references)
Interview
Varies (May be required by the home country's nominating agency)
Applicants must be African residents, meet age requirements (Under 25 for UG), and have a firm offer of admission from UoM.
This scholarship covers: Covers tuition fees, provides a monthly living allowance of 14,200 MUR, and includes return airfare from the student's home country.. It is a fully funded scholarship.
The deadline is April 26 (Annual - varies by cycle). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Low to Moderate. Acceptance rate: Varies by country and field of study. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
Yes
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, Proficiency in English required (IELTS/TOEFL or evidence of secondary education in English), Yes (Two academic references) recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.