Government of Mauritius Scholarships for Africans in 2025/2026

GENERAL OVERVIEW 

The Government of Mauritius is offering scholarships to deserving individuals from the African Union or the African Commonwealth countries for the 2025/2026 academic year. These scholarships aim to promote capacity building across the continent and support students pursuing higher education in Mauritius.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA 

• Be a citizen of an African Union or an African Commonwealth country.
• Demonstrate a strong academic record and commitment to development. 
• Be available to study in Mauritius from July/September 2025.
• Have already applied for full-time on-campus studies at a public higher education institution in Mauritius. 
• Not be in receipt of another scholarship from a public source in Mauritius.
• Age limits: undergraduate (18-25 years), Mphil/PHD (under 40 years) as of January 1st, 2026

SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS 

• Level of study: undergraduate, Masters, Mphil, PHD
• Duration: 3-4 years (undergraduate), 2 years (masters), 3 years (PHD)
• Value: tuition fees, stipends, airfare, accommodation support
• Host Universities: Multiple Universities in Mauritius 

PARTICIPATING HIGHER INSTITUTIONS 

• University of Mauritius 
• Mahatma Gandhi Institute 
• University of Technology, Mauritius 
• Academy of Designs and Innovation 
• Université des Mascareignes
• Rabindranath Tagore Institute 
• Mauritius Institute of Training and Development 
• Polytechnic Mauritius Ltd.
• Mauritius Institute of Education 

How To Apply 

• Visit the Mauritius Government Scholarship website.
• Choose and apply to a program from one of the eligible higher institutions. 
• Submit relevant documents to the nominating agency in your home country. 
• Complete and submit a National Endorsement form with your application.
• Submit supporting documents, including a research proposal and a statement (for MPHIL/PHD applicants).
• Confirm submission and wait for the announcement of successful candidates.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS 

• Completed application form
• Certified copies of educational certificates 
• Proof of citizenship (passport, national ID)
• Proof of English and French proficiency 
• A signed medical certificate from a registered medical professional 
• Supporting statement from a named supervisor (for PHD applicants)
• Additional documents as dictated by the Nominating Agency

IMPORTANT DATES

• Application deadline: 21st March, 2025
• University applications open: January 2025
• Start of academic year: July/September 2025

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

• Applicants must meet the minimum academic requirements. 
• Awardees must abide by government regulations regarding public health and protocols for passengers traveling to Mauritius. 

 Interested individuals can APPLY HERE