African & Subcontinent Health Merit Scholarship opportunities support students pursuing health-related studies. Here are some options:
Government Scholarships
1. African Development Bank (ADB) Scholarship: Supports African students in health-related fields.
2. Commonwealth Scholarship: Offers master’s and PhD scholarships for African and Subcontinent students.
3. Agence Française de Development (AFD) Scholarship: Funds health-related studies for African students.
Private Scholarships
1. Johnson & Johnson Scholarship: Supports African students in healthcare fields.
2. GlaxoSmithKline (GSK) Scholarship: Offers scholarships for African students in healthcare.
3. Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation Scholarship: Supports African students in global health.
University Scholarships
1. University of Cape Town (UCT) Scholarship: Offers scholarships for African students in health sciences.
2. University of Nairobi (UON) Scholarship: Supports African students in health-related fields.
3. Makerere University (MU) Scholarship: Offers scholarships for African students in health sciences.
Eligibility Criteria
1. Nationality: African or Subcontinent country citizen
2. Academic merit: Outstanding academic records
3. Language proficiency: English or French
4. Age: Typically 18-25 years old
5. Field of study: Health sciences, medicine, nursing, public health
Application Process
1. Research scholarship programs
2. Check eligibility criteria
3. Submit application form
4. Provide required documents (transcripts, letters of recommendation)
5. Meet application deadlines
Popular Application Platforms
1. Fastweb (scholarship database)
2. College Board (scholarship search)
3. Scholarship websites (e.g., ScholarshipOwl)
4. University websites (e.g., University of Cape Town)
5. Professional associations’ websites (e.g., African Health Sciences Association)
Application Deadlines
Varies by scholarship program, typically:
1. October/November for January intake
2. February/March for May intake
3. June/July for September intake
