LSE Hosh Ibrahim African Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded Opportunity for African Students
The London School of Economics (LSE) in the United Kingdom is now accepting applications for the 2026 Hosh Ibrahim African Scholarship.
This fully funded scholarship is available to African students pursuing postgraduate studies at the LSE School of Public Policy, offering full tuition coverage and a unique opportunity to contribute to solving public policy challenges in Africa.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: London School of Economics (LSE), United Kingdom
- Study Abroad: UK | Europe
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Reward: Full Tuition Scholarship
- IELTS Requirement: Not Required
- Deadline: January 22, 2026
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About the LSE Hosh Ibrahim African Scholarship
The Hosh Ibrahim African Scholarship supports applicants who are ordinarily resident in Africa and are admitted to the LSE School of Public Policy.
LSE provides extensive financial support to both UK and overseas students through bursaries and scholarships, while UK students may also receive government support.
This scholarship is specifically reserved for applicants to the 2026 intake of the following programs:
- Master of Public Administration (MPA)
- MPA in Data Science for Public Policy
- Master of Public Policy (MPP)
Eligibility Requirements
To be considered for the LSE Hosh Ibrahim African Scholarship, applicants must demonstrate:
- Academic Excellence
- Strong performance in previous studies supported by academic transcripts and references from former professors.
- Commitment to Africa’s Public Policy
- A clear dedication to addressing public policy challenges at a national, regional, or continental level.
- Financial Need (Preferred)
- Preference will be given to applicants who would otherwise lack the financial means to study at LSE.
Benefits of the Hosh Ibrahim African Scholarship
- Full tuition coverage for the selected candidates.
How to Apply (Step-by-Step)
- Submit a Program Application
- Apply to at least one eligible program via the LSE Online Application System by Thursday, 22 January 2026.
- Ensure your application is complete, with all documents uploaded and both references submitted.
- Receive Graduate Application Portal (GAP) Access
- After submitting your application, you will receive an email from Graduate Admissions with instructions on accessing the Graduate Application Portal.
- Complete the Graduate Financial Support Application (GFSA)
- Fill out the GFSA online form via the link provided in the Graduate Application Portal.
- Submit Before the Deadline
- Deadline: January 22, 2026
