Scholarships for Rwanda Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students 

All the latest scholarships in Rwanda assist local and international students in furthering their studies at home and abroad. Look at the listed scholarship programs for undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. degree levels that you can watch out for.

Endeavor to review each scholarship and read through the eligibility, application procedure, deadlines, and other requirements.

Most of these scholarships for Rwandan Undergraduate and Postgraduate students are open for application annually. As such, you can read through them and prepare for the application by the same time next year if you have missed the application for this year.

Meanwhile, there are six types of scholarship opportunities available to Rwandan students depending on their level of Study:

• Secondary School Scholarships
• Gap Year Programs
• University Counseling
• Undergraduate University Scholarships
• Universities with Partial Scholarships (for students with the budget)
• Master’s degree

Without much ado, let us delve into the Full List of Scholarships in Rwanda for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students from 2023.

List of Scholarships for Rwanda Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students

#35 MSc Scholarships for Uganda, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Tanzania Students to Study in the U.K.

The University of Manchester offers international students a range of scholarships; thus, we are glad to bring you the MSc Scholarships opportunity for Students from Uganda, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Tanzania to Study in the U.K. These scholarships are available for pursuing master’s studies in the U.K.

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#34 Education USA Scholars Program 2023 for Rwandan Students

The Education USA office at the Public Affairs Section of the United States Embassy–Kigali seeks to identify and recruit  Rwandan students who scored 75% and above in Senior 4, Senior 5, and Senior 6 to join the Education USA Scholars Program (ESP).

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#33 Chevening Scholarships for Rwandan Students 2023

The Chevening Scholarships is now open for applications for Rwandan Students who wish to pursue their dreams of studying abroad. It is awarded to individuals with demonstrable leadership potential with strong academic backgrounds.

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#32 Rwanda Education Board Scholarships for Indigenous Students, 2023

At this moment, Rwanda Education Board (REB) informs the public that in bilateral cooperation with the Governments of certain countrieshas offered Rwanda Government scholarships for undergraduate, master’s, and PH.D. programs in various fields of Study.

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#31 U.S. Embassy Rwanda Woman of Courage Award

Nominations are now submitted for the U.S. Embassy Rwanda Woman of Courage Award. This annual award recognizes women from around the country who have demonstrated exceptional courage and leadership in advocating for peace, justice, human rights, gender equality, and women’s empowerment in Rwanda.

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#30 Fully Funded IWMF Reporting Fellowships to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo 

The IWMF is pleased to announce reporting trips to Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in May. The IWMF will select two groups of women journalists to travel to Kigali and Kinshasa and will focus on Agriculture, Climate Change, and Civic Engagement, respectively.

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#29 DAAD-Rwandan Ph.D. Scholarship Deadline Extension for Rwandan Students 2023

Rwandan students are at this moment informed that there has been DAAD-Rwandan Ph.D. Scholarship Deadline Extension for Rwandan Students: The floor is still open for more applications to be submitted before the new deadline.

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#28 DAAD Ph.D. Scholarship For Rwandan Applicants in Germany, 2023

Applications are open for the Rwandan Ph.D. Scholarship sponsored jointly by DAAD and the Government of Rwanda. The applications are available until January 31, annually.

The program aims to train young academics and scientists through funding for Ph.D. degree studies in Germany.

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#27 Royal Academy of Engineering Frontiers of Development Symposium Rwanda 2023

Applications are currently accepted for the Royal Academy of Engineering Frontiers of Development Symposium Rwanda; eligible persons are welcome to apply.

Frontiers of Development aims to build on the success of Frontiers of Engineering by applying a similar format but creating an even more interdisciplinary atmosphere by inviting academics and industry professionals from non-engineering backgrounds.

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#26 Fully-funded Undergraduate Scholarships for Rwandan Students At the University of Nebraska, Lincoln 2023

The University of Nebraska is delighted to invite applications from Rwandan students for the Fully-funded Undergraduate Scholarships for Rwandan Students. At the University of Nebraska, Lincoln, All applicants are reminded to ensure that they have complied with the eligibility criteria to avoid disqualification.

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#25 Education USA Scholars Program for Rwandan Students

Rwandan students are currently invited to apply for the Education USA Scholars Program for Rwandan Students; only eligible candidates that have complied with the eligibility criteria will be considered for this program.

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#24 Rwandan students Education USA Scholars Program 2023

Young Rwandan students are invited to apply for the Rwandan student’s Education USA Scholars Program; only persons that have complied with the eligibility criteria will be considered for the program.  

The Education USA office at the Public Affairs Section of the United States Embassy- Kigali seeks to identify and recruit Rwandan students who scored 75% and above in Senior 4, Senior 5, and Senior 6 to join the Education USA Scholars Program (ESP).

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#23 Fully-funded Masters Scholarships for Rwandan Students At the University of Manchester 2023

The University of Manchester is delighted to announce the availability of Fully-funded Master’s Scholarships for Rwandan Students. At the University; this scholarship is exclusively for Rwandan students who are expected to comply with the eligibility criteria on application.

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#22 International Students’ Undergraduate Scholarship at PIASS in Rwanda, 2023

Protestant Institute of Arts and Social Sciences provides five fully-funded International Students Scholarships. These scholarships are available to conduct a bachelor’s degree in Peacebuilding and Development.

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#21 15 REB European University of Lefke, Scholarships for Rwandans in Turkey

Rwanda Education Board (REB), in conjunction with the European University of LEFKE in TURKEYis delighted to invite applications for the  15 (fifteen) scholarships for Bachelor’s, Masters, and Ph.D. Programs for Rwandan Students.

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#20 Equity and Merit Scholarships | Distance Learning Scholarship at Manchester University For Students From Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda & Bangladesh.

The University of Manchester is delighted to offer equity and merit scholarships for Study by distance learning. Please note this scholarship is only available for students from Tanzania, Uganda, Bangladesh, or Rwanda. The winning students will receive an award covering all of their educational expenses.

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#19 The African Center of Excellence in Energy for Sustainable Development (ACE-ESD), 2023 Ph.D. Positions University Of Rwanda

The African Center of Excellence in Energy for Sustainable Development (ACE-ESD) invites highly motivated research-oriented students to submit applications for Ph.D. positions in renewable energy.

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#18 Rwanda Education Board Scholarships for International Students in Japan

Rwanda Education Board (REB) at this moment informs the public that via bilateral cooperation, the Government of Japan, through the Ministry of Education, Culture, and Sport of Japan, has offered Rwanda Government scholarships for undergraduate, master, and Ph.D. programs in fields of humanities.

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#17 KFTV short-term courses scholarships in Rwanda

IGALI FILM AND TELEVISION SCHOOL is a WDA-accredited private school that trains in film-making, television production, music audio, and graphics. It  hasalso has a highly specialized studio in film-TV-video-audio and graphics, producing professional shows in pre-specified areas.

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#16 Indonesia masters scholarships for developing countries (RWANDA STUDENTS ONLY)

Rwanda Education Board (REB) at this moment informs the public that through bilateral cooperation, the Indonesian Government has offered the Rwanda Government scholarships for master’s programs in humanities, engineering, social sciences, and education.

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#15 Swedish Institute Study Scholarships for Developing Countries

The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships (SISS) are awarded to students from selected countries for full-time master’s level studies in Sweden starting in the autumn semester. The scholarships cover both living costs and tuition fees. An estimated 335 scholarships will be available.

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#14 LéO Africa Institute Leaders Project 2023 for East Africans

LéO Africa Institute is interested inin building up a minimum numberunt of people focused on self-improvement, headway of vocation, and forming a dynamic future for East Africa and Afrrge.

The choice of a contender for the Young and Emerging Leaders venture will be exceptionally aggressive, and for the inaugural 2017 class, restricted to members from Uganda, Kenya, and Rwanda.

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#13 ARES Masters and Training Scholarships in Belgium for Developing Countries

National of a developing country? Do you hold a master’s degree? Do you have professional experience and want to improve your skills in a theme related to development?

ARES Masters and Specialization courses allow you to follow a master of one year or a refresher course between 4 and 6 months in an institution of the Federation Wallonia-Brussels, Belgium.

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#12. 1,000 Australian Award Scholarships for African Students

There are two categories of Awards: Australian Awards Scholarships, to undertake higher degree studies in Australia at the Masters level. And Australia Awards Short Courses to undertake short-term, targeted professional training courses in Australia and Africa in a range of development-focused sectors.

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#11 East Africa Social Science Translation (EASST) Visiting Fellowship for East African Students

EASST will host its sixth annual Visiting Fellowship application. The EASST Visiting Fellowship seeks to equip East African social scientists with the skills to conduct rigorous evaluations of social or economic development projects in East Africa.

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#10 New Zealand Aid Programme Scholarship for African Countries,

New Zealand Aid Programme Scholarships allow selected African countries to undertake development-related studies at tertiary education institutions in New Zealand.

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#9 Global Management of Social Issues BSc Scholarship at Tilburg University in the Netherlands

Tilburg University contributes to solving social issues. University achieves this mainly by developing and transferring knowledge and bringing together people from various disciplines and organizations.

Quality of education, social orientation, and a strong campus feeling form the basis of the university’s teaching.

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#8 MBA Scholarships for International Students at the University of Glasgow in the U.K.

The University of Glasgow is offering MBA scholarships for international students commencing in September 2014. A total of 5 scholarships are available.

The value of each scholarship is £5,000. The criteria for the scholarships are academic excellence and personal achievement. Applicants will be evaluated based on their application for admission.

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#7 Doctoral Scholarships, University of Waikato, New Zealand

New Zealand offers doctoral scholarships for students from any country commencing Study in the academic year 2023-2023.

Scholarships are available for new and current students. Applicants should generally intend to study full-time at the University of Waikato.

However, those with compelling reasons for enrolling in part-time Study may be considered.

The scholarship will provide a living allowance payable in monthly installments, domestic tuition fees, and thesis preparation grants. Scholarships are available for the duration of your Study, three years.

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#6 Korean Government Scholarships for 170 Bachelor, 800 Master & Ph.D. for Developing Countries

The Korean Government Scholarship Program (KGSP) is offered to international students pursuing bachelor, Masters, and Ph.D. degrees in Korean Universities.

The scholarship is aimed at providing international students with an opportunity to conduct advanced studies at higher educational institutions in Korea, develop global leaders, and strengthen Korea-friendly networks worldwide.

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#5 FIG Foundation Ph.D. Scholarships for Developing Countries, Denmark

FIG Foundation offers Ph.D. scholarships for applicants from low-income, lower-middle, or upper-middle-income economies. The FIG Foundation will provide scholarships of up to 4,000 euros to Ph.D. students.

Applicants must be studying for a Ph.D. degree and registered solely in a surveying/geomatics academic program that teaches surveying are eligible to apply.

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#4 INSEAD Deepak and Sunita Gupta Endowed Scholarship for Developing Countries

The program was generously created via endowed scholarship funds targeted at students from emerging markets. They intend to help build human capacity and to make economic and social value in the most economically challenged regions of the world.

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#3 Jay Jordan IFLA/OCLC Early Career Development Fellowship Program

This fellowship program provides early career development and continuing education for library and information science professionals from countries with developing economies.

Up to five individuals are selected each year for this intensive four-week Fellowship Program based at OCLC’s headquarters in Dublin, Ohio, USA.

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#2 Bachelors Norway Quota Scholarship Scheme for 800 Bachelors, Masters, and Ph.D. Students from Developing Countries

The Norwegian Government offer scholarship funds for the Quota Scholarship scheme for Bachelor’s, Master, and Ph.D. Students from Developing Countries at universities and university colleges in Norway.

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#1 University of Washington-TRACE Scholar Program, USA

This LLM scholarship aims to develop exceptional young leaders in the anti-corruption field committed to advancing commercial transparency.

The University of Washington, School of Law, aspires to be the best public law school in the nation and one of the world’s most respected centers for interdisciplinary legal studies.

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