African Graduate Fellowship 2026 at AUC: Fully Funded Master’s Opportunity for African Students @AUC: Fully Funded Master’s Opportunity for African Students

African students seeking a fully funded opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in Egypt can apply for the African Graduate Fellowship offered by the The American University in Cairo (AUC).

This prestigious fellowship is designed to support talented and motivated students from across Africa who want to pursue graduate studies while gaining academic and professional experience at one of the region’s leading universities.

About the African Graduate Fellowship

The African Graduate Fellowship is a competitive funding program that enables outstanding African students to enroll in full-time master’s degree programs at The American University in Cairo.

Each year, the fellowship supports students from across the continent to pursue graduate education in a wide range of academic disciplines offered by the university.

The program aims to strengthen academic collaboration across Africa while supporting the development of future leaders, researchers, and professionals who can contribute to the continent’s development.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet the following criteria to be considered for the fellowship:

• Must be a national of an African country (excluding Egypt)
• Applicants with dual nationality that includes a non-African country are not eligible
• Must apply for admission to a graduate program at AUC
• Must meet the graduate admissions requirements set by the university
• Must submit proof of English proficiency through either:
  • TOEFL iBT, or
  • IELTS
• Demonstrate financial need

For students who already hold the fellowship and continue their studies, maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.2 is required to retain the award.

Fellowship Duration

The African Graduate Fellowship is awarded for a maximum period of:

• Five semesters and one summer session

However, students enrolled in the Counseling Psychology graduate program may receive support for up to seven semesters, depending on the program structure.

The fellowship is reviewed each semester to ensure recipients maintain satisfactory academic performance.

What the Fellowship Covers

The fellowship provides comprehensive financial support to help students focus fully on their studies.

Benefits include:

• Full tuition coverage for up to nine credits per semester
• Monthly stipend for living expenses
• Student services and activities fees
• Medical services and health insurance
• Monthly housing allowance or accommodation at the AUC New Cairo campus
• Coverage for remedial English language requirements, if necessary

These benefits make the fellowship one of the most comprehensive funding opportunities available to African graduate students studying in Egypt.

Responsibilities of Fellowship Recipients

Students awarded the fellowship are expected to meet several academic and program responsibilities.

These include:

• Maintaining full-time enrollment status
• Achieving and maintaining a minimum GPA of 3.2
• Completing 12 hours per week of academic-related work

This work may include teaching or research assistance depending on the student’s academic department.

If assigned teaching assistant responsibilities, fellows must also complete the Teaching Assistantship mandatory training required by the university.

Academic Environment at AUC

Located in New Cairo, Egypt, The American University in Cairo is a leading English-language institution known for its strong academic programs, international faculty, and diverse student community.

The university offers graduate degrees across multiple fields including:

• Business and economics
• Public policy and international affairs
• Engineering and technology
• Social sciences and humanities
• Education and communication studies

Through its academic environment and international partnerships, AUC provides students with opportunities for research, professional development, and global networking.

How to Apply

Applicants interested in the African Graduate Fellowship must follow two key steps:

1. Apply for admission to a graduate program at The American University in Cairo
2. Submit the fellowship application through the university’s online system

Applicants are encouraged to review the fellowship application deadlines and ensure all required documents are submitted on time.

For further inquiries, applicants can contact the AUC Graduate Admissions office via email.

A Valuable Opportunity for African Scholars

The African Graduate Fellowship represents an excellent opportunity for African students to pursue advanced education while building professional networks across the continent.

By supporting talented scholars through full financial coverage and academic engagement, The American University in Cairo continues to contribute to the development of future leaders and professionals who will shape Africa’s future.

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Disclaimer: Global South Opportunities (GSO) is not the organization that is offering this fellowship. For any inquiries, please contact the official organization directly. Please do not send your applications & CVs to GSO, as we are unable to process them. Due to the high volume of emails, we receive daily, we may not be able to respond to all inquiries. Thank you for your understanding.