Study for Free in Pan African University (PAU)!
Fully Funded Master’s & PhD Scholarships 2026–2027
What if you could pursue a Master’s or PhD degree for free in one of Africa’s most prestigious postgraduate institutions? Imagine studying in an environment created by the African Union to empower the next generation of innovators, researchers, leaders, industrialists, and change-makers, all on a fully funded scholarship.
This is exactly what the Pan African University (PAU) is offering for the 2026–2027 academic year.
In Keeping It Real (KIR) Foundation, we love opportunities that make education equitable, accessible, and transformative. That is why this week’s Opportunity Monday blog is dedicated to the Pan African University (PAU) Fully Funded Scholarship, one of Africa’s most impactful postgraduate opportunities.
What is the Pan African University (PAU)?
The Pan African University is a continental initiative of the African Union established to deliver world-class postgraduate education in fields that drive Africa’s development.
Since 2014, PAU has awarded 2,549 postgraduate certificates to students from 50 AU member states.
The university operates through four specialised institutes:
1. PAUSTI in Kenya for Basic Sciences, Technology and Innovation
2. PAULESI in Nigeria for Life and Earth Sciences
3. PAUGHSS in Cameroon for Governance, Humanities, and Social Sciences
4. PAUWES in Algeria for Water and Energy Sciences
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
i. Fully funded scholarship covering tuition, accommodation, and a living stipend
ii. Degrees recognised across Africa and globally
iii. High-quality postgraduate training with expert supervision
iv. A strong network of the continent’s brightest young scholars
v. No application fees
Who Can Apply?
Master’s applicants must be 25 years old or younger for men and 28 or younger for women.
They must hold at least a second-class upper bachelor’s degree and provide transcripts, certificates, identity, a Curriculum vitae, one recommendation letter, and three referees.
PhD applicants must be 28 years old or younger for men and 30 or younger for women.
They must hold a Master’s degree and provide tanscripts, certificates, identity, a Curriculum vitae, two recommendation letters, three referees, and a 3–4-page research concept note.
Application Period
Opens: November 15, 2025
Closes: December 15, 2025
Applications submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
How to Apply
Visit the PAU official portal, create an account, select your institute, upload all required documents, and submit before the deadline.
Why We Love This Opportunity
In KIR Foundation, we believe education should open doors. This scholarship removes financial barriers and gives young Africans the chance to gain world-class postgraduate training. Opportunities like this shape a stronger, more prosperous Africa by investing in future leaders, researchers, and innovators.
Do not scroll past this opportunity.
Take action today. Your future self will thank you!
Your journey to excellence starts now, take it!
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