Mauritius Africa Scholarship Scheme
Government scholarships for eligible African citizens undertaking full-time undergraduate or postgraduate study at public institutions in Mauritius.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD
Destination
Mauritius
Funding
Tuition, living and travel support
Eligible applicants
African Union and African Commonwealth citizens
Overview
The Mauritius Africa Scholarship Scheme supports eligible resident citizens of African Union and African Commonwealth countries studying full-time at public higher education institutions in Mauritius.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- AgeUndergraduate: over 18 and under 26 on January 1 of the intake year. MPhil/PhD: under 40 on January 1 of the intake year.
- University admissionAn application to a full-time, on-campus programme at a public higher-education institution in Mauritius.
- Scholarship application formRequired
- Host-institution application or proof of admissionRequired
What this scholarship covers
Tuition fees
Included
Contribution to living expenses
Included
Return economy airfare
Included
Official Higher Education Commission guidance lists tuition and course-cost support, a monthly living allowance, and international economy travel at the start and successful completion of study. Confirm the current annual amounts in the next call.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 10, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
Conditional
Scholarship scope
Government scholarship
Last eligibility check
October 10, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Resident citizens of African Union member states or African Commonwealth countries. Applications must go through the nominating agency in the applicant’s country.
- International eligibility
- Open to citizens of African Union and African Commonwealth countries.
Academic requirements
- Minimum grades / GPANot published
- No fixed minimum grade is listed for this scholarship. Check the provider’s current call for academic requirements.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Countries
- Mauritius
Official eligibility summary
Resident citizens of African Union member states or African Commonwealth countries who meet the age, qualification, admission, and national-nomination requirements. Mauritian nationals are not eligible.
Nationality
- Resident citizen of an African Union or African Commonwealth country
- Mauritian nationals are not eligible
Age
- Undergraduate applicants: above 18 and under 26 by the stated cycle date
- Postgraduate applicants: under 40 by the stated cycle date
Admission
- Full-time, on-campus admission at a public Mauritian institution
Required documents
- Documents requested by the national nominating agency
How to apply
- 1
Review the official scheme guidance and eligible institutions.
- 2
Apply to a suitable public institution in Mauritius.
- 3
Submit the scholarship materials through your country’s nominating agency.
Application timeline
Application cycle
Upcoming / Awaiting next cycle
2026 call: nominating agencies submitted applications by March 27, 2026. Watch for the next call. Confirm dates on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Mauritius Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research
Official government scholarship directory
Last checked October 10, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Find your national nominating agency.
- 02Review the next call and eligible institutions.
- 03Secure or begin your institution application.
- 04Submit through the national route.
Frequently asked questions
Can I apply directly to Mauritius?
The scheme uses national nominating agencies. Check the official list and your country’s instructions before submitting materials.