Yes, female African students studying STEM at university in Africa can still apply for the WAAW Foundation Scholarship 2026/2027, which offers a one time award of 500 US dollars to support their studies and community work.
Many bright young women face real money barriers that slow their progress in science, technology, engineering or mathematics. This award helps remove one of those barriers while connecting them to mentorship and outreach.
What the WAAW Foundation Scholarship Covers
The scholarship is a one time payment of 500 dollars. It is not a full tuition cover, but it gives practical help for fees, books or living costs. Scholars also join a network, take part in STEM outreach, and receive guidance from the foundation.
This award supports young African women who show both academic strength and a clear drive to give back through community STEM work.
Who Can Apply
- Female students of African origin living and studying in Africa
- Currently enrolled in a bachelor degree in a STEM related course
- First or second year students, or third year on a five year course
- Able to show financial need and an excellent academic record
- Proven leadership, volunteering or community service
- Below the age of 32
Medicine and nursing students cannot apply. Pharmacy students can. The award does not cover masters or PhD programmes.
How to Apply
- Visit the official WAAW Foundation scholarship page at waawfoundation.org/scholarship/
- Read the full eligibility and process notes
- Complete the online application form (Airtable link on the page)
- Prepare two reference letters (one from a professor at your school), a scanned school ID, and later a signed transcript
- Submit before 18 December 2026
Shortlisted candidates move to reference checks and interviews. Payment happens after scholars meet outreach and chapter engagement milestones.
Before you commit, the Cost calculator adds up tuition, living costs, insurance and flights for your whole study period, and shows how much a scholarship would still leave you to fund.
Important Notes
Always confirm the latest details on the official WAAW Foundation website before you apply. Dates and exact requirements can shift. This is not a full ride, so plan your overall funding carefully.
Ready to apply? Start at the official WAAW Foundation scholarship page today and give your application the strongest possible chance.
If you are not sure which scholarships you qualify for, the Eligibility checker compares your nationality, study level, grades and English score with each scholarship's published rules.
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