WAAW Foundation Scholarship enables female college students in Africa to pursue their studies in a STEM-related course. With this scholarship, you are free to focus on achieving your academic goal and volunteer to give back to your community and promote the engagement of women in STEM through the STEM Outreach Chapter at their university.
WAAW Foundation’s Annual Scholarship Programme aims to support African Females Students studying any Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related course at the university. We are looking for scholars that show a need, have the passion, and drive to make a difference in their community.
About WAAW Foundation Scholarship
WAAW (Working to Advance Science and Technology Education for African Women) Foundation is an international non-profit organization founded in 2007. Headquartered in Lagos Nigeria with offices in Abuja Nigeria, Kigali Rwanda and Allen Texas.
Benefits of Undergraduate STEM Scholarship
Scholarship recipients will receive an award of $500 for the academic year, or the equivalent in their country’s local currency. Scholarship recipients may reapply for renewal the following year, with proof of continued excellent academic performance.
Eligibility Criteria
- 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.
- Ability to demonstrate financial need
- Excellent Academic Record.
- Proven leadership, volunteering, and community service
- Below the age of 32 years.
Documents Required for Application
- 2 Reference Letter to be submitted by your referees.
- 1 signed and sealed copy of your current transcript from your University.
- 1 scanned copy of your school ID card.
How To Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Working to Advance African Women (WAAW) Foundation on www.airtable.com to apply
For more details, visit WAAW Foundation website on https://waawfoundation.org/scholarship/ [Copy and paste the link on your browser]