Wageningen Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP)
A 24-month scholarship covering tuition, a living allowance, travel, visa and health insurance for African citizens starting an MSc at Wageningen University & Research in September 2027.
Am I eligible?At a glance
Study level
Master’s
Destination
Netherlands
Funding
For 24 months: travel to and from the Netherlands, a living allowance, tuition fees, and visa and health insurance costs.
Eligible applicants
Citizens of an African country with unconditional admission to a WUR MSc, First Class Honours and a GPA of 80% or higher
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Overview
Wageningen Africa Scholarship Programme (ASP) is offered by Wageningen University & Research for Master’s study in Netherlands. Details were checked against the provider’s official page on October 13, 2026.
Application checklist
What you’ll need
The confirmed essentials for this application. Always check the official source before applying.
- Academic requirementGPA of 80% or higher
- University admissionUnconditional admission to a WUR MSc programme.
- Complete MSc applicationRequired
- English test resultsRequired
- Bachelor's diplomaRequired
What this scholarship covers
Tuition fees
Included
Living allowance
Included
Travel to and from the Netherlands
Included
Visa and health insurance costs
Included
For 24 months: travel to and from the Netherlands, a living allowance, tuition fees, and visa and health insurance costs. Award components, amounts, and exclusions can change by intake, programme, nationality, or host institution, so confirm them on the official provider page.
Are you eligible?
Eligibility review
Checked against the official criteria on October 13, 2026
International students
Conditional
Domestic students
See official criteria
Scholarship scope
University-specific
Last eligibility check
October 13, 2026
Who can apply
- Citizenship
- Citizen of an African country.
- International eligibility
- For the September start only; WUR does not offer these scholarships to students already enrolled.
Academic requirements
- Academic recordRequired
- First Class Honours and a GPA of 80% or higher.
Study restrictions and coverage
- Universities
- Wageningen University & Research
- Countries
- Netherlands
Official eligibility summary
Citizens of an African country with unconditional admission to a Wageningen University & Research MSc programme starting in September 2027, a First Class Honours degree and a GPA of 80% or higher. Preference goes to students who do not yet hold a master's degree. There is no separate application: a complete MSc application is assessed.
Applicant profile
- Citizens of an African country with unconditional admission to a WUR MSc, First Class Honours and a GPA of 80% or higher
Study route
- Master’s study in Netherlands
Current-cycle criteria
- Citizens of an African country with unconditional admission to a Wageningen University & Research MSc programme starting in September 2027, a First Class Honours degree and a GPA of 80% or higher. Preference goes to students who do not yet hold a master's degree. There is no separate application: a complete MSc application is assessed.
What to confirm for this cycle
Scholarship details can change from one application cycle to the next. Check these points on the official page before you apply.
- Current eligibility rules
- Current funding and benefits
- Current deadline and application route
Required documents
The required documents are summarized above. Confirm the final checklist with the official provider before you apply.
How to apply
- 1
Complete a full MSc application, including English test results and your bachelor's diploma, before 1 December 2026
- 2
Eligible applicants are invited to the selection procedure
- 3
Recipients are chosen from the selected candidates; offers go out on 7 April 2027
Application timeline
Application cycle
Complete the MSc application before 1 December 2026. Selected applicants are notified around March–April 2027; offers are made on 7 April 2027 and others are waitlisted.
The listed deadline is December 1, 2026. Confirm it on the provider’s official page.
Always confirm the latest deadline on the official provider website.
Official source
Wageningen University & Research
Official scholarship source
Last checked October 13, 2026
Your next steps
- 01Read the official programme guidance.
- 02Confirm eligibility, funding, and the deadline.
- 03Check the current application cycle.
- 04Apply through the official provider.
Frequently asked questions
When is the next deadline?
The listed deadline is December 1, 2026. Confirm that it remains current on the official provider page.
Why do some details vary?
Scholarship conditions can differ by intake, study programme, nationality, and host institution. The official provider page is the source of the current rules.