WAAW Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship
WAAW Foundation
About the opportunity:
The WAAW Foundation offers this scholarship to support young women from Africa who are pursuing STEM education. STEM covers science, technology, engineering and mathematics, and only courses in these fields are considered.
Applications for the 2026/27 edition opened on 30 October 2026. Applicants submit their documents online, including reference letters from their referees, an official transcript and a copy of their school ID.
It suits female undergraduates who are doing well academically, can show that they need financial support, and have a record of leadership, volunteering or community service.
Who can apply:
- Female students of African origin who live and study in Africa
- Students currently enrolled in a bachelor’s degree programme at a university or college in Africa
- Students studying a STEM-related course
- First or second year students, or third-year students on a 5-year university course
- Applicants who can demonstrate financial need
- Applicants with an excellent academic record
- Applicants with proven leadership, volunteering and community service
- Applicants under 32 years old
What you get:
- A one-time award of $500
How to apply:
- Confirm that you meet the eligibility requirements above.
- Ask two referees to write your reference letters. They will need to submit these themselves.
- Get one signed and sealed copy of your current transcript from your university.
- Scan your school ID card.
- Submit your application and documents online through the application link before the deadline.
Official link: Use the Apply button on this page to go straight to the official application. Always confirm the latest details and requirements on WAAW Foundation’s official page before applying.
Tip: Request your signed and sealed transcript and ask your referees early, since these depend on other people and can take time.
Reminder: Use the “Never miss this deadline” box at the top of this page to add the deadline to your Google Calendar or Apple / Outlook calendar, so you don’t miss it.
