Nnamdi Azikiwe Fellowship Award 2025 for African Students

Suitably qualified international African students at Michigan State University (MSU) are invited to apply for the prestigious 2025 Nnamdi Azikiwe International African Student Fellowship. The award is valued at $2000 and opened to undergraduates who have excellent academic background.

The award is indeed in special honor of Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, the first civilian president of Nigeria and a scholar in his own right. Through his vision, he opened the door to the cooperation between MSU and Nigerian educators in creating a land-grant model university in Eastern Nigeria. This fellowship aims to follow his vision in the students ‘academic development and research experience of African students at MSU.

Fellowship Summary:

Fellowship Sponsor(s): Michigan State University, USA

Host Institution(s): Michigan State University, USA

Funding Amount: $2,000

Number of Awards: Several

Study Level: Undergraduates

Nationality: African International Students

Requirements and eligibility criteria;

Be an African undergraduate or graduate student conducting research in Africa.
Be currently enrolled in a degree-granting program at MSU.
Plan to return to MSU after the fellowship.
Have good grades and financial need.
Complete all necessary MSU requirements for research abroad.

Fellowship Benefits:

Receive up to $2,000 for travel and fieldwork expenses in Africa.
Use the funds to cover costs and list other funding sources.

Selection Process:

The African Studies Center administers the fellowship program.
A selection committee appointed by the Center Director chooses the winners.

Application Procedures (How to apply);

Interested and eligible candidates for the Nnamdi Azikiwe Fellowship Award for African Students should Please fill out and apply by visiting this link. This fellowship provides up to $2,000 in research travel funds for travel to, within, and from Africa.

Application Deadline: January 15, 2025

For more information about this opportunity, Visit the Official Webpage.

Nnamdi Azikiwe Fellowship Award 2025 for African Students