Empowering the Future: Scholarships for Students from Africa & Asia to Study at Top Universities
View scholarships and ApplyOur scholarships cover all necessary expenses—tuition, accommodation, travel, and health insurance—ensuring that financial constraints do not limit academic potential. These scholarships are designed to support students who are not only academically exceptional but also passionate about using their education to make a positive impact in their communities and the world.
Through our partnerships with top-tier institutions, HCI offers access to world-class education in a wide range of disciplines, including engineering, medicine, business, and social innovation. By removing financial obstacles, we enable students to pursue their dreams, gain critical skills, and contribute to global solutions in areas like health, sustainability, and economic development.
The HCI Scholarship Program is more than just a financial assistance initiative—it’s a commitment to fostering change, inspiring leadership, and creating a ripple effect of opportunity. We believe that education is the key to unlocking a brighter, more equitable future, and with the support of our donors and academic partners, we are proud to help build a generation of leaders who will tackle the world’s most pressing challenges.
The HCI Scholarship Program provides a wide range of benefits that address the critical needs of international students pursuing higher education abroad. Below are the key benefits:
To be considered for the HCI Scholarship Program, applicants must meet the following criteria:
Follow these steps to submit your application:
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Once all the information is submitted, it will be reviewed by a panel from HCI and our patner institutions/universities.
The HCI Scholarship is open to residents of low- to middle-income countries in Africa and Asia, as defined by international standards (e.g., World Bank classification).
Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) or meet the specific academic requirements of the scholarship level they are applying for. We understand that grading systems varry across different countries. We therefore encourage students whose perfomance is above average to apply. We will use a consolidated formular to calculate the GPA for you.
For most scholarship programs, there is no application fee. HCI will always communicate beforehand if there is any payment involved. Please read our terms of service for more information.
Applications are typically reviewed within 4-6 weeks after the submission deadline. We do the selection in batches- which means individuals who apply on time are highly likely to be considered. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews, with final selections announced shortly after.
Yes, applicants are welcome to apply for multiple scholarships, as long as they meet the eligibility criteria for each one. However, the HCI Foundation typically awards only one scholarship per individual.
We recommend submitting your application as early as possible to avoid any delays. If you are missing certain documents, please contact the scholarship program office to discuss possible extensions or alternatives.
Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email and invited to attend an interview. If you do not receive a notification by the given date, your application was not selected for an interview.
Our focus is undergraduate and post graduate programmes. Occassionally we may roll out special programs targeting highschool graduates or individuals with basic education. Please check the specific program requirements before applyimg.
HCI board of management together with stakeholders from our partner institutions reached a consensus on 12/05/2024: Where HCI will help qualified students with visa application and processing, including any required payments to facilitate the process. Students whose passports will not be ready at the time of selection will be required to contact our academic affairs office. We will then contact the relevant governamnet agency or entity to request that the application be put under 'urgent-processing'.
The selection process includes a review of the submitted information. This inforamtion is carefully reviewed by a panel consisting of members from HCI, partner institutions and other moderators. The process is fair and selection is based on merit and command of language.
If you're ready to take the next step in your educational journey, apply for a scholarship today! Scholarships provide the financial support you need to reach your academic and career goals without the burden of student loans. Don't miss out on the opportunity to make your dreams a reality!
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