The Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women (WAAW) Foundation is accepting applications for its 2026 scholarship programme. It supports young African women pursuing undergraduate degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
Selected students receive financial assistance while promoting STEM education and inspiring girls in their communities through outreach activities.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants receive:
- A one-time scholarship award of $500.
- Leadership and mentorship opportunities.
- Access to the WAAW Scholars network.
- Opportunities to promote STEM education through university outreach chapters.
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be female and of African origin.
- Be living and studying in an African country.
- Be enrolled in a bachelor's degree programme in a STEM-related field.
- Be in their first or second year, or third year of a five-year programme.
- Be below 32 years old.
- Demonstrate financial need and excellent academic performance.
- Have evidence of leadership, volunteering or community service.
Note: Medical and nursing students are not eligible. Pharmacy students may apply.
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Required Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- Two reference letters: one from a professor and another from an academic supervisor, advisor or mentor.
- A scanned copy of their student ID card.
- A signed and sealed academic transcript (required during the second-stage review).
How to Apply
- Visit the official WAAW Foundation scholarship page.
- Review the eligibility criteria and application requirements.
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit the required information and supporting documents.
Scholarship Responsibilities
Selected scholars are expected to actively participate in STEM outreach activities, join or establish a WAAW STEM Chapter at their institution, and attend designated Fellows Meet-Up sessions. Scholarship payments are subject to fulfilling the programme's participation requirements.
Application Deadline
December 18, 2026.
Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline.
Disclaimer
Edfrica shares opportunities for informational purposes only. Applicants should confirm all eligibility requirements and application conditions through the official website before applying.
