2026/27 WAAW Foundation Scholarship for Undergraduate Women in STEM in Africa

2026/27 WAAW Foundation Scholarship for Undergraduate Women in STEM

Published: October 25, 2026;Updated: October 27, 2026;5 min read;By Scholars World

The WAAW Foundation Scholarship 2026/2027 is an opportunity for eligible African female undergraduate students studying Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) courses to receive financial assistance for their education.

Offered by the Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women (WAAW) Foundation, the scholarship supports young women who demonstrate academic excellence, financial need, leadership potential and a commitment to community service.

WAAW Foundation offers scholarships, mentorships, training, and other impact programs for both students and teachers in STEM to equip them with the right tools to succeed.

The Foundation has awarded more than 91 African girls pursuing STEM studies across various public institutions of higher learning and remains committed to supporting even more young women in their academic pursuits.

Applications for the 2026/27 scholarship edition will open on October 30, 2026, according to the official WAAW Foundation Portal. This post seeks to explain the details, requirements, benefits, and how interested and qualified candidatescan successfully apply.

WAAW Scholarship 2026/27 Abstract & Quick Facts

Scholarship Host: Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women (WAAW) Foundation
Country: Undergraduate Scholarships
Host Country: Africa
Benefits: Full Scholarship worth $500
Eligibility: Students from 50+ African Countries
Application Opens: October 30, 2026
Deadline: TBA

WAAW Foundation Scholarship 2026/27 Details

Are you a passionate and dedicated young woman looking to pursue a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)?

Working to Advance STEM Education for African Women (WAAW) Foundation is pleased to announce its 2025/2026 undergraduate scholarship application.

The scholarship is aimed at empowering young African women to pursue their dreams in STEM and STEM-related fields.

WAAW Foundation is a U.S.-based non-profit organization established in various African countries.

Her mission is to increase the pipeline of African girls entering Science and Technology, and related fields and ensure they are engaged in technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship to benefit Africa.

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WAAW Foundation Scholarship Benefits

The WAAW Foundation Scholarship recipients receive an award of $500 equivalent in their country’s local currency for the 2026/27 academic year.
Scholars also gain access to a mentorship program to guide and support their academic and professional journey, and an opportunity to connect with like-minded peers, professionals, and industry leaders.

WAAW Scholarship Requirements

To be considered for the 2027 award, applicants must satisfy the following criteria:

Be Female students of African origin, living and studying in Africa.
Currently enrolled in a Bachelor’s degree program.
Studying STEM-related courses in a University or college in Africa.
Presently a first or second year student or a third-year student for a 5-year course in a University.
Have the Ability to demonstrate financial need
Possess Excellent Academic Record.
Proven leadership, volunteering, and community service
Below the age of 32 years.

Eligible Programmes for WAAW Undergraduate Scholarship 2026/27

Eligible courses are: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)-related courses

All fields of Engineering
All computer science
Science & Math related fields; Industrial chemistry, environmental sciences, Agriculture, Geography, zoology, and Statistics, etc
Medical courses; Pharmacy / BioMedical, Biochemistry, (NO CORE MEDICAL COURSE like Medicine and Surgery, Nursing, Optometry, etc.)

Examples of courses that are not eligible to apply are core medical courses like Medicine and Surgery, Nursing, etc, and others like mass communication, Social Sciences, Accounting, Business administration, Economics, etc

*Please note that WAAW does not fund diploma, polytechnic, and graduate (masters, MBA, or phd) programs, second or subsequent degrees, students older than 32 years, or non-STEM focused courses.

Required Documents for 2026/27 WAAW Scholarship

To complete your application, prepare the following documents in advance:

Personal Details
Referees Details
Test Document
ID number (NIN, Voter’s ID, Passport Number)
Essays

How To Apply for WAAW Foundation Scholarship 2027

The step-by-step guide to apply for the WAAW Foundation Scholarship is as follows;

Stage 1: Fill out the online application form.

Visit the official scholarship portal (Click the link below).
Create Your Account: Register using a valid, active email and phone number.
Complete the Form. Fill in academic, personal, and institutional details accurately.
Upload Required Documents: Attach all documents including essays and letters of recommendation listed in the section above in the specified format.
Submit your application by the deadline.

Stage 2: If you are shortlisted;

You will be invited for a Zoom Interview.
You are required to submit 2 reference letters from your Head of Department and Lecturer academic mentors.
You are required to submit recent academic transcripts.

Stage 3: If you are successful at the Skype interview you will be awarded the scholarship which is contingent on you submitting relevant documentation.

Application Deadline: November, 2026 (TBA)

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