Why Focus on Christian Scholarships?
Many Christian students across Africa feel called to make a difference in
their communities—whether in ministry, business, education, or healthcare. But
finances often stand in the way.
These fully funded scholarships are designed not just for academic
excellence, but also for those anchored in faith, leadership, and
purpose.
Top 10 Fully Funded
Christian Scholarships for African Students
1. Langham Partnership International
Scholarships
Host Countries: UK, USA, Canada
Target: Theologically sound Christian leaders from Africa
Coverage: Full tuition, living allowance, travel, and books
Fields: Theology, biblical studies, ministry
Details: This scholarship empowers future theological teachers and
pastors across Africa to gain training and return to strengthen the Church.
🔗 Langham Partnership Website
2. World Council of Churches
Ecumenical Institute at Bossey
Location: Geneva, Switzerland
Target: Young African Christian leaders under 35
Coverage: Tuition, housing, meals, visa, and insurance
Programs: Ecumenical studies, theology, interfaith relations
Details: Offers diploma and master’s programs in theology with a focus
on global Christian unity and justice.
🔗 WCC
Ecumenical Institute Bossey
3. Brot für die Welt / Lutheran World
Federation Scholarships
Location: Germany
Target: Young theology students or church workers from Africa
Coverage: Full funding (tuition, accommodation, monthly stipend,
insurance)
Fields: Theology, diaconia, development studies
Details: Builds capacity for churches in the global South through
graduate studies.
🔗 Brot für die
Welt
4. Oxford Centre for Mission Studies
(OCMS) Scholarships
Location: UK
Target: African students pursuing postgraduate theological research
Coverage: Tuition, research support, and accommodation assistance
Fields: Mission studies, contextual theology, global Christianity
Details: Ideal for those wanting to impact African Christianity with
scholarly depth.
🔗 OCMS Website
5. Africa International University
(AIU) Scholarships
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Target: Undergraduate and postgraduate Christian students from across
Africa
Coverage: Tuition, hostel, meals (full and partial)
Fields: Theology, education, IT, business
Details: AIU is a Christ-centered university equipping leaders for
church and society.
🔗 AIU Website
6. University of Pretoria Faculty of
Theology & Religion Scholarships
Location: South Africa
Target: Postgraduate African students
Coverage: Full tuition, research grants, and stipends
Fields: Theology, practical ministry, missiology
Details: One of Africa’s top theological faculties, with research ties
to global Christianity.
🔗 University
of Pretoria Theology
7. Haggai International Advanced
Leadership Training
Location: Online & In-person (varies)
Target: African Christian leaders (min. age: 30)
Coverage: 100% sponsorship for leadership training
Focus: Evangelism, nation transformation, Christian leadership
Details: Not a traditional degree, but a life-changing leadership and
evangelism program.
🔗 Haggai
International
8. Theological College of Northern
Nigeria (TCNN) Sponsored Programs
Location: Bukuru, Nigeria
Target: Students from West and Central Africa
Coverage: Tuition and accommodation (for selected denominations and
partners)
Fields: Theology, Christian education, cross-cultural missions
Details: One of West Africa’s most respected theological training
institutions.
🔗 TCNN Website
9. Tearfund Leadership Scholarships
Location: Varies (UK/Africa-based programs)
Target: African Christian leaders in justice, advocacy, and church
development
Coverage: Tuition, travel, and living stipends
Focus: Practical ministry, humanitarian response, advocacy
Details: Training Christians to tackle poverty and injustice with
biblical integrity.
🔗 Tearfund Website
10. Scholar Leaders International –
Leader Studies Program
Location: Global seminaries
Target: Outstanding African pastors & scholars
Coverage: Full tuition, living expenses, books, travel
Fields: Theology, Bible, leadership development
Details: Supports strategic Christian leaders committed to strengthening
the Church in Africa.
🔗 Scholar Leaders
International
How to Stand Out in
Christian Scholarship Applications
- Demonstrate strong faith
commitment and local church involvement
- Show leadership potential and
vision for impacting your nation
- Provide references from pastors
or spiritual mentors
- Write compelling personal
statements with Scripture and testimony
- Apply early and follow all
instructions carefully
Final Word
God often funds His vision through men and systems. If you're a young
African Christian called to serve in education, ministry, or leadership, these
scholarships may be part of how God provides.
“And my God will supply every need of yours according to His riches in
glory in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 4:19
Let your faith lead you to pursue these doors with boldness.
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