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Scholarships, funding & exam preparation to study abroad

Studying abroad shouldn't depend on how much you can pay. From government scholarships and university tuition discounts to fully-funded programs and the entrance exams that unlock them, our advisors help you find the funding you qualify for — and prepare to win it.

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Scholarship Exam Preparation

Win the scholarship — pass the exam

Many of the world's most generous scholarships are decided by an entrance or selection exam. We coach you through them — the subjects, the format and the strategy — so you walk in prepared and give yourself the best chance of a fully-funded place. Pricing is arranged individually; contact Emmanuel for details.

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Japan — MEXT

Japanese Government Scholarship

MEXT is Japan's flagship fully-funded government scholarship. Selection includes written entrance exams, and we prepare you for each of them.

  • What you win: full tuition waiver, a monthly living stipend, and return airfare to Japan.
  • Exams we prep: Mathematics, Science, English, World History & Japanese language (for undergraduates); English/research exams for postgraduates.
  • Routes: Embassy Recommendation or University Recommendation.
Talk to Emmanuel about prep
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China — CSC / CSCA

Chinese Government Scholarship

The Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC) funds thousands of international students each year. Many universities assess applicants with language and entrance tests — we get you ready.

  • What you win: tuition, campus accommodation, a monthly stipend and medical insurance.
  • Exams we prep: HSK (Chinese proficiency) where required, plus university entrance tests and interviews.
  • Levels: Bachelor's, Master's and PhD.
Talk to Emmanuel about prep
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Morocco — UM6P

Mohammed VI Polytechnic University

UM6P is one of Africa's most advanced science and engineering universities, where the large majority of students study on scholarship. Admission is competitive and test-based.

  • What you win: a place at a world-class, heavily scholarship-funded university (over 80% of students are on scholarships).
  • Exams we prep: admission tests and interviews in maths, science and reasoning.
  • Strengths: engineering, computer science, agriculture, business.
Talk to Emmanuel about prep
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…and many more

New programs added regularly

We're continually adding scholarship and entrance-exam preparation for more countries and programs — including Korea (KGSP), Türkiye (Türkiye Bursları), Hungary (Stipendium Hungaricum) and others.

  • Not sure which exam applies to you? Tell us your target country and level.
  • We'll map the right scholarship and the exam that unlocks it.
Ask which exams fit you
Fully Funded · Need-Based · Pan-African

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

One of the largest scholarship programs in Africa — fully-funded, need-based support for academically talented young Africans whose promise exceeds their financial means. It covers tuition, accommodation, living costs, books and more, at a network of partner universities across Africa and around the world.

A few of the partner universities:

Ashesi (Ghana)KNUST (Ghana)UM6P (Morocco) Univ. of Cape TownUniv. of PretoriaMakerere Univ. of EdinburghMcGillUBC TorontoUC BerkeleySciences Po
Covers
Tuition, housing, living, books
Basis
Financial need + academic merit
Who
African youth (undergrad ≤29, master's ≤35)
Where
~25 partner universities worldwide

Funding

Scholarships & Funding

Government scholarships, foundation programs and funded study opportunities you may be eligible for. Our advisors help you check availability and apply.

🇮🇳 India Undergraduate & PG 50–100% Funding

Edoofa Scholarship Program

Edoofa — Education for All

An India-based scholarship program built for African students, offering 50–100% tuition scholarships at its associated universities across India. Edoofa also runs an "Earn While You Learn" work-study model, so students can gain paid work experience alongside their studies to help support their education.

Award Value50–100% Tuition
Study LevelBachelor's & Master's
Eligible NationalsAfrican Students
Extra BenefitEarn While You Learn
Enquire about Edoofa
🇬🇭 Ghana Need-Based Fully Funded

Mastercard Foundation — Ashesi & KNUST

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program

In Ghana, the Mastercard Foundation funds academically strong students in financial need at Ashesi University and KNUST. It covers tuition, accommodation, living costs and more — with the same program running at partner universities across Africa and beyond.

Award ValueFully Funded
BasisNeed + Merit
UniversitiesAshesi, KNUST + more
Study LevelUndergraduate
Check eligibility
🇬🇭 Ghana Government Scholarship Subject to availability

Ghana Government Scholarship

Government of Ghana — in partnership with Penmal Connect

Government-funded study opportunities in Ghana for eligible students, offered subject to availability and current intake quotas. Places and funding are limited and follow the government's scholarship cycle. Talk to our advisors to check current availability and eligibility.

TypeGovernment Scholarship
AvailabilitySubject to availability
Check availability
🇲🇦 Morocco Government Scholarship Subject to availability

Morocco Government Scholarship

Government of Morocco — in partnership with Penmal Connect

Government-funded study opportunities in Morocco for eligible students, offered subject to availability and current intake quotas. Places and funding follow the government's scholarship cycle. Talk to our advisors to confirm current availability and eligibility.

TypeGovernment Scholarship
AvailabilitySubject to availability
Check availability
🇬🇧 United Kingdom Postgraduate Full Funding

Chevening Scholarship

UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office

The UK government's global scholarship programme, offering full funding for outstanding emerging leaders to pursue a one-year Master's degree in the UK. Typically requires work experience and strong leadership potential.

Award ValueFull Tuition + Living
Study LevelMaster's (1 year)
Eligible NationalsEligible countries
Work Experience2+ Years (typical)
Enquire
🇯🇵 Japan Exam-based Fully Funded

MEXT Scholarship (Japan)

Japanese Government (MEXT)

Japan's flagship fully-funded government scholarship: full tuition, a monthly stipend and return airfare. Selected by written entrance exams — see our exam prep above.

Award ValueFull Tuition + Stipend
SelectionEntrance exams
LevelsUndergrad, Master's, PhD
PrepOffered by Penmal
Enquire + Exam Prep
🇬🇷 Greece Language + Degree Full Tuition Scholarship

Greece Study Pathway

Penmal Connect — Europe Pathway

Study in Greece on a funded route. Students first complete one year of Greek language at a partner faculty, then integrate into a Greek government (public) university — where tuition is free — to complete their degree on a full tuition scholarship. Penmal handles placement, admission and the full visa process from start to finish.

TuitionFull Scholarship
Language Year1 yr Greek (required)
Penmal Service Fee€4,000 total
Initial Deposit€2,500 to begin
Enquire about Greece
🇮🇹 Italy English-Taught Low Tuition

Italy Study Pathway

Penmal Connect — Europe Pathway

Study in Italy in English — no language year required. Apply to any school and any program, with a very low annual tuition of just €1,500 per year. Penmal manages your application, admission and visa throughout, so you arrive ready to study.

Tuition€1,500 / year
LanguageEnglish-taught
Penmal Service Fee€4,000 total
Payment Plan€2,500 deposit + €1,500 after visa
Enquire about Italy

CSC / CSCA Exam Preparation

Get ready for the CSCA exams with Penmal

Three weeks of focused preparation to get you exam-ready for the Chinese Government Scholarship (CSC / CSCA). Scan the code to chat with Emmanuel on WhatsApp, or fill in the form below and we'll reach out.

🇿🇲 Zambian students
1 Subject
K1,000
3 weeks preparation
2 Subjects
K1,500
3 weeks preparation
🌍 International students
1 Subject
$100
3 weeks preparation
2 Subjects
$150
3 weeks preparation

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Good to know

University tuition discounts

Alongside the funded programs above, many of our partner universities (especially in the UK) offer tuition-discount scholarships — money taken straight off your fees.

What does a tuition scholarship mean?

A university scholarship here is a discount on your tuition fees — not cash paid to you. It's automatically taken off what you owe the university each year, so you pay less.

University tuition£21,000 / year
Your scholarship− £5,000
You pay£16,000 / year

Amounts are shown as "up to" because the exact figure depends on your course, your grades and the university's decision. The same idea applies in any currency (a $5,000 scholarship reduces dollar tuition by $5,000). Our advisors help you secure the strongest scholarship you qualify for — and you can see which universities offer what on our Destinations page.

Here are a few real examples of tuition-discount scholarships our partner universities offer. These are taken straight off your fees:

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

University of Surrey

Partial tuition scholarship for pathway progressors — undergraduate and pre-masters.

Up to £5,000off first-year tuition
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

University of Sussex

Automatic award for Foundation Year students who progress to a Sussex degree.

£3,000 / yearoff tuition
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Liverpool John Moores

Automatic award for all pathway progressors — undergraduate and postgraduate.

£3,000 / yearoff tuition
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Aston University

Birmingham-based, strong in business, engineering and health, via OnCampus pathway.

Up to £8,000off tuition
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

University of Southampton

Russell Group research university, world-renowned for engineering and computer science.

Up to £6,000off tuition
🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Loughborough, Durham & more

Many more UK universities offer scholarships taken off your tuition fees each year.

Up to £5,000off tuition

These are examples — many more universities offer discounts, and amounts depend on your course and grades. Browse all destinations & scholarships →

Not sure which funding fits you?

Tell us your target country, level and budget — our advisors will map the scholarships and exams you qualify for, and help you prepare to win them.

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For scholarship exam preparation, contact Emmanuel directly on +260 965 492 793