The Government of Mauritius has opened applications for the 2026 fully funded scholarship program for qualified students from African Union member states.
The Mauritius Government Scholarship 2026 provides full tuition coverage, stipends for living expenses, and return airfare for selected undergraduate and postgraduate students to study in Mauritius.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Government of Mauritius
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: All African Countries
- No IELTS Required
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Return Airfare Ticket
- Deadline: March 27, 2026
Scholarship Details
The Mauritius Government Scholarship is a major initiative supporting deserving students across the African continent to pursue higher education in Mauritius. The program assists successful candidates with tuition fees and provides financial support to cover their living expenses throughout their stay. In addition, the scholarship includes a return airfare from the applicant’s home country at the beginning of studies and back upon completion.
Applications are submitted through the applicant’s country’s Nominating Agency (usually the Ministry of Education), which is responsible for selecting and forwarding nominees to Mauritius for the final award decision.
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for the Mauritius Government Scholarship, applicants must:
For Undergraduate Programs:
- Be at least 18 years old and not older than 25 years by January 1, 2027
- Have applied for a full-time on-campus diploma or degree program at a recognized public university in Mauritius
- Meet the academic requirements specified by the institution of choice
For PhD Programs:
- Not be older than 40 years by January 1, 2027
- Have applied for a full-time on-campus MPhil or PhD program in a recognized Mauritius institution
- Demonstrate ability to undertake independent research
General Requirement (All Applicants):
- Must apply through their country’s Ministry of Education / Nominating Agency
- Application cannot be submitted directly to Mauritius by the candidate
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- Full Tuition Coverage
- Monthly Stipend to support cost of living
- Return Airfare Ticket (economy class) from home country to Mauritius and back upon completion
- Financial support for academic expenses throughout the study duration
Required Documents
Applicants will be required to submit:
- Completed Application Form (filled electronically before printing)
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Birth Certificate
- Passport biodata page (if available)
- Letter of admission or proof of application to a Mauritian university
- Endorsement from the Nominating Agency / Ministry of Education in the applicant’s country
How To Apply
To apply for the Mauritius Government Scholarship:
- Complete the official scholarship application form.
- Submit the form and all supporting documents to the Nominating Agency (usually located under the Ministry of Education) in your home country.
- The Nominating Agency will shortlist and endorse your application.
- The endorsed application will then be forwarded to the Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology of Mauritius for final selection.
Submit applications to:
The Ag. Senior Chief Executive
Ministry of Education, Tertiary Education, Science and Technology
(Attn: Tertiary Education and Scientific Research Division)
Level 2, MITD House, Pont Fer, Phoenix 73544
Republic of Mauritius
Email: [email protected]
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