Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award 2024 For  Female Students 

Applications are open for the Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award 2024 For  Female Students in their final year of study in Africa. Apply Below:

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline for the Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award 2024 For  Female Students is 30 September 2024.

Tell Me About The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award:

The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award is awarded each year to a deserving final-year student at either the undergraduate or postgraduate level (Honors, Master, PhD). The scholarship supports final-year tuition fees for a disadvantaged student. The student must be pursuing a university degree and have a track record of academic excellence (70% or more in the current and previous years of study). Studies in the broader development field will be supported, desirable fields include health sciences and gender studies.

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Which Fields are Eligible?

The following fields are eligible:

• Health Sciences and Gender Studies.

Type:

Scholarship 

Who can Apply For The Shakira Choonara Young African Scholarship Award?

Also, applicants are to meet the following eligibility criteria:

• Youth between the ages of 21-35 years old
• The applicant must be a citizen of any of the 54 African states
• The applicant must be in the final year of studies (undergraduate or postgraduate) at an African university
• Demonstrate financial need i.e. require the scholarship to settle final year tuition fees to complete their academic degree
• A proven track record of academic excellence

Which Countries Are Eligible?

African countries 

Where will the Award be Taken?

Africa

How Many Awards?

Not specified

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What is the Benefit of the Award?

Additionally, the scholarship supports final-year tuition fees for a disadvantaged student

How Long Will the Award Last?

1 year

How to Apply:

To apply for this scholarship opportunity, click this link.

Visit the Award Webpage for Details