Pan African University Scholarship (PAU) Program 2026

About the scholarship

The Pan African University is an initiative of the Heads of State and Government of the African Union. Candidates with potential, motivation and who desire to play transformative leadership roles as academics, professionals, industrialists, innovators and entrepreneurs are particularly encouraged to apply.

Eligibility

PAU Scholarship 2026 Requirements: The following requirements must be met by candidates applying for the PAU Scholarship 2026; For PAU Masters Scholarship Qualification Maximum age of 25 years for male applicants and 28 years for female applicants Undergraduate degree from a recognized university, with at least a second class upper division or its equivalent, in a relevant field; Certified copies of relevant certificates, transcripts (from university and high school) Passport or National I.D. card (personal details page) Clear colored passport size photograph (2cmx2cm) Detail CV Recommendation letter from ONE of his/her former University lecturers Names of 3 Reference University lecturers (with email adress and whatsapp number) (*Mandatory) For PAU PhD Scholarships Qualification Maximum age of 28 years old for male applicants and 30 years old for female applicants. A Master’s degree in a relevant field from PAU or any internationally recognized university; Certified copies of relevant certificates, transcripts Passport or National I.D. card (personal details page); Clear colored passport size photograph (2cmx2cm); Detail CV; Recommendation letters from 2 Professors; A 3 to 4 page Research Concept Note (tentaive title, research questions, objectives, significance of the research etc…); Names of 3 Reference University Teachers (with email adress and whatsapp number);(Mandatory);