🎓 10 Scholarships Tanzanians Can Apply for NOW (2026/2027) — Study in UK, USA, Canada, Germany, Japan & More!
Are you a Tanzanian student looking for an opportunity to study abroad or continue your education with financial support?
Several major scholarships for the 2026/2027 and 2027 academic intakes are currently accepting applications, and Tanzanian citizens are eligible for many of them.
Some of these opportunities cover full tuition fees, accommodation, monthly living allowances, travel tickets, health insurance and other study expenses.
📅 Updated: 9 August 2026
Here are 10 scholarships Tanzanians should check and apply for as soon as possible.
1. 🇹🇿 Samia Scholarship 2026/2027 – Tanzania
The Government of Tanzania through the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has opened the Samia Scholarship opportunities for the 2026/2027 academic year.
The programme particularly supports high-performing Tanzanian students pursuing priority areas including:
✅ Science
✅ Technology
✅ Engineering
✅ Mathematics
✅ Medicine
✅ Artificial Intelligence
✅ Data Science
The current TEMIS scholarship portal indicates that the ongoing selection/application window closes on 10 August 2026. Eligibility depends on the specific Samia Scholarship category and Ministry selection criteria.
🔗 Official information/application:
https://temis.moe.go.tz/scholarships
⏰ Deadline: 10 August 2026 for the current listed opportunity
2. 🇪🇬 Egypt Government Scholarships 2026/2027 – EGY-AID & Al-Azhar
The Government of Egypt is offering scholarships to Tanzanian students for undergraduate and postgraduate studies during the 2026/2027 academic year.
The scholarship may cover:
✅ Tuition fees
✅ Monthly stipend
✅ Books and thesis support for postgraduate students
✅ Medical treatment
✅ Return air ticket after successful completion
The Tanzanian Ministry of Education's scholarship listing shows 14 August 2026 at 5:00 PM, while the detailed scholarship announcement states 15 August 2026. Applicants should therefore submit by 14 August to be safe.
🔗 Apply here:
https://admission.study-in-egypt.gov.eg
🔗 Tanzania Ministry announcement:
https://www.moe.go.tz/en/announcements/scholarships-tenable-in-the-arab-republic-of-egypt-for-the-academic-year-20262027
⏰ Apply by: 14 August 2026 to be safe
3. 🇨🇦 McCall MacBain Scholarship 2027 – McGill University
The prestigious McCall MacBain Scholarship supports students pursuing eligible master's and professional degrees at McGill University in Canada.
International students, including Tanzanians, can compete for the international awards.
The full scholarship includes:
✅ Full tuition and fees
✅ Monthly living stipend
✅ Relocation grant
✅ Leadership development
✅ Mentorship
✅ Additional summer funding opportunities
Applications for the Summer/Fall 2027 intake are currently open. International applicants outside Canada and the United States have an earlier deadline.
🔗 Apply here:
https://apply.mccallmacbainscholars.org/
⏰ International applicant deadline: 19 August 2026
4. 🇬🇧 Rhodes Scholarship for East Africa 2027 – University of Oxford
This is one of the world's most prestigious postgraduate scholarships.
Good news: Tanzania is explicitly included in the Rhodes Scholarship East Africa constituency, together with Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi and South Sudan.
Successful scholars can receive support including:
✅ Oxford University course fees
✅ Annual living stipend
✅ Student visa costs
✅ Immigration Health Surcharge
✅ Flights to and from the UK
✅ Settling-in allowance
Applications for the 2027 Rhodes Scholarship are currently open.
🔗 Apply / Read requirements:
https://www.rhodeshouse.ox.ac.uk/scholarships/applications/east-africa/
⏰ Deadline: 27 August 2026 at 11:59 PM EAT
🔥 Tanzanian graduates with excellent academic performance, leadership and community involvement should seriously consider this opportunity.
5. 🇩🇪 Heinrich Böll Foundation Scholarship – Germany
The Heinrich Böll Foundation provides scholarships for international students and doctoral candidates wishing to study in Germany.
International applicants who obtained their previous qualifications outside Germany can apply, with priority given to candidates from DAC developing countries.
Opportunities are available for eligible:
🎓 Master's students
🎓 PhD candidates
The current Fall 2026 application period runs from 15 July to 1 September 2026.
🔗 Official scholarship page:
https://www.boell.de/en/applying-scholarship
⏰ Deadline: 1 September 2026
6. 🇨🇳 Schwarzman Scholars 2027/2028 – Tsinghua University, China
The Schwarzman Scholars Programme offers a highly competitive graduate opportunity at Tsinghua University in Beijing, China.
The programme is designed for future global leaders and focuses on leadership, international affairs and China.
Global applicants are eligible if they meet requirements including:
✅ Undergraduate degree
✅ Age between 18 and 28 by the specified enrollment date
✅ Strong academic ability
✅ Leadership potential
✅ English-language proficiency
The 2027–2028 global application is currently open and the programme begins in August 2027.
🔗 Apply here:
https://connect.schwarzmanscholars.org/apply/
🔗 Application instructions:
https://www.schwarzmanscholars.org/admissions/application-instructions/
⏰ Deadline: 9 September 2026
7. 🇬🇧 Chevening Scholarship Tanzania 2027/2028
The famous Chevening Scholarship is funded by the UK Government and allows outstanding Tanzanian professionals and future leaders to pursue eligible one-year master's degrees in the United Kingdom.
Applications for the 2027/2028 Chevening Scholarships are officially open for Tanzania.
The application cycle opened on 4 August 2026 and closes on 6 October 2026 at 11:00 UTC.
Chevening is particularly attractive for applicants with strong:
✅ Leadership experience
✅ Professional achievements
✅ Networking ability
✅ Career plans
✅ Vision for contributing to Tanzania
🔗 Apply from the official Tanzania page:
https://www.chevening.org/scholarship/tanzania/
⏰ Deadline: 6 October 2026
🔥 If you have already completed your bachelor's degree and have meaningful professional or leadership experience, this is one scholarship worth preparing carefully.
8. 🇺🇸 Knight-Hennessy Scholars 2027 – Stanford University
Want to study at Stanford University in the United States?
Applications for the 2027 Knight-Hennessy Scholars cohort are now open. The programme supports graduate students from around the world studying across Stanford's schools.
Funding can include:
✅ Stanford tuition and associated fees
✅ Living stipend
✅ Academic expenses
✅ Annual travel allowance
✅ Relocation support
Funding is generally provided for up to three years, depending on the graduate programme.
Remember that applicants must apply separately to both Knight-Hennessy Scholars and the relevant Stanford graduate programme.
🔗 Scholarship information:
https://knight-hennessy.stanford.edu/
🔗 Apply:
https://apply.knight-hennessy.stanford.edu/apply/
⏰ Knight-Hennessy deadline: 6 October 2026 at 1:00 PM Pacific Time
9. 🇩🇪 DAAD EPOS Scholarships 2027/2028 – Germany
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) offers the Development-Related Postgraduate Courses programme, commonly known as DAAD EPOS.
It targets professionals from developing countries pursuing development-related postgraduate education in Germany.
Typical eligibility includes:
✅ Relevant bachelor's degree
✅ Above-average academic performance
✅ At least two years of relevant professional experience
✅ Development-related motivation
The scholarship may provide:
✅ Monthly stipend
✅ Health, accident and liability insurance
✅ Travel allowance
✅ Possible rent support
✅ Possible family allowances
DAAD has published the postgraduate course list for the 2027/2028 cycle. Application deadlines differ depending on the university and programme selected.
🔗 Official DAAD EPOS information:
https://www2.daad.de/deutschland/stipendium/datenbank/en/21148-scholarship-database/?detail=50076777
⏰ Deadline: Varies by course
⚠️ Do not wait for one general DAAD deadline. Check the deadline of the specific master's programme you want.
10. 🇯🇵 Japan GRIPS Scholarships 2026/2027 – Government of Japan
The Tanzania Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has announced postgraduate scholarship opportunities at the National Graduate Institute for Policy Studies (GRIPS), Japan.
The opportunities are supported through schemes involving organisations such as:
✅ Government of Japan / MEXT
✅ JICA
✅ World Bank
✅ Other development partners
Some programmes are fully funded while others may have different funding arrangements. The Ministry specifically encourages qualified Tanzanians to apply.
Certain MEXT-supported GRIPS programmes may cover:
✅ Tuition and admission fees
✅ Monthly stipend
✅ Economy-class air tickets
✅ Other programme-related support
Deadlines vary according to the GRIPS programme and scholarship scheme, so applicants should check the specific programme immediately rather than relying on one universal closing date.
🔗 GRIPS admissions:
https://www.grips.ac.jp/en/admissions/
🔗 Tanzania Ministry scholarship announcement:
https://www.moe.go.tz/en/announcements/scholarships-tenable-in-the-government-of-japan-for-the-20262027-academic-year-under-grips-programmes-2
⚠️ Important Advice Before Applying
Do not wait until the final day.
Prepare important documents early, including your:
📌 Passport
📌 Academic certificates
📌 University transcripts
📌 CV/Resume
📌 Motivation Letter or Statement of Purpose
📌 Recommendation letters
📌 Proof of English proficiency where required
📌 Employment evidence for scholarships requiring work experience
📌 Research proposal for some PhD programmes
Always read the official eligibility requirements before submitting an application.
Scholarship rules, available programmes and deadlines can change, so applicants should use the official links above for the final application requirements.
🚨 Which Ones Are Most Urgent?
As of 9 August 2026, applicants should pay particular attention to:
🔥 Samia Scholarship – 10 August 2026
🔥 Egypt Scholarships – around 14–15 August 2026
🔥 McCall MacBain – 19 August 2026
🔥 Rhodes East Africa – 27 August 2026
🔥 Heinrich Böll – 1 September 2026
🔥 Schwarzman Scholars – 9 September 2026
🔥 Chevening – 6 October 2026
🔥 Knight-Hennessy – 6 October 2026
Start your application early and share these opportunities with students, graduates and professionals who may qualify.
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