The 2025 SOAS London Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarships offer a remarkable opportunity for African students to pursue a fully funded master's degree at SOAS University of London.


These prestigious scholarships, awarded in partnership with the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, aim to promote global development and educational access for students from low and lower-middle-income African countries.
With coverage for full tuition fees and a living stipend, this program empowers talented individuals to advance their academic pursuits and contribute meaningfully to societal progress.

Summary of SOAS Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarships 2025

• Host: SOAS University of London
• Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships
• Eligible Countries: All African Countries
• Reward: Full tuition fees, living stipend
• Deadline: February 7, 2025

About SOAS Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarships 2025

The SOAS Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarships 2025 are prestigious awards designed to support African students in pursuing a full-time taught master's degree at SOAS University of London.


These scholarships are made possible through the generosity of the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust, which is dedicated to promoting global development through education.

The scholarship covers full tuition fees and provides a living stipend, easing the financial burden for scholars. It aims to foster educational excellence and empower students from low and lower-middle-income African countries to contribute positively to their communities and the global society.


The scholarship program underscores SOAS's commitment to nurturing future leaders passionate about making a difference in the world.

With a mission to provide access to world-class education, SOAS and the Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Trust collaborate to make higher education more inclusive and impactful for deserving African students.

SOAS Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarships Benefits

Each Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarship has a total value of £32,500 which will be put towards tuition fees. If tuition fees are less than this amount the remainder will be paid out as a stipend.

The Ferguson Scholarship is awarded on the basis of academic merit.

SOAS Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarships Eligibility

To be eligible for the SOAS Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarships 2025, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Nationality: Must be nationals and residents of low or lower-middle-income African countries.
• Academic Qualification: Hold a first-class undergraduate degree.
• Program Application: Apply for a full-time taught master’s program at SOAS by the deadline.
• English Proficiency: Meet SOAS language requirements.
• Funding: Must be self-funded and not receiving other full scholarships.

Candidate assessment

• Candidates will be assessed on academic merit by an Advisory Panel consisting of three academic members.
• The assessment of your application will be based on the information in your scholarship application. Selectors will be looking at the degree results and also at academic references, statement and other relevant information.

Scholarship application deadline

• Scholarship applications must be received no later than 23:59 (UK local time) on 7 February, 2025.
• You must also submit a complete online application to your programme. It is recommended to apply for the programme about six weeks BEFORE the scholarship deadline to ensure you have an offer at the time of shortlisting.

How to Apply for SOAS Allan and Nesta Ferguson Scholarships

• Step 1: Apply for a master’s program at SOAS (processing may take 4-6 weeks).
• Step 2: Submit the scholarship application by 12:00 PM (UK time) on February 7, 2025.
• Notification: Results expected by April 2025; successful candidates will be contacted first.

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