Scholarship
PRESIDENTIAL WEST AFRICAN SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVE (PWASI) 2026
A government-led initiative designed to foster regional academic cooperation and support students from West African nations. It provides financial assistance to eligible students pursuing tertiary education in Ghana.
About this scholarship
PRESIDENTIAL WEST AFRICAN SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVE (PWASI) 2026 is offered by Ghana Scholarship Secretariat for study in Ghana at bachelor, master and phd level. The award is valued at Varies, provided as other support. Funding is awarded for a single cycle and is not listed as renewable.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as other funding. Applicants selected receive Varies. Selection is merit-based and need-based, so both academic record and financial circumstances are assessed.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor, master and phd level. Eligible study areas include Science, Technology, Engineering, Health, Agriculture, Economics, Public Policy and Climate Studies. Nationality requirements apply: West African countries.
Eligibility
Open to students from West African countries meeting specific academic and residency requirements as defined by the Secretariat.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-06-03. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor, master and phd
Fields of study
Science, Technology, Engineering, Health, Agriculture, Economics, Public Policy and Climate Studies
Nationality requirements
West African countries
Funding basis
Merit-based and Need-based
Key details
- Provider
- Ghana Scholarship Secretariat
- Country
- Ghana
- Award
- Varies
- Funding type
- other
- Selection basis
- Merit-based and Need-based
- Study levels
- bachelor, master and phd
- Fields of study
- Science, Technology, Engineering, Health, Agriculture, Economics, Public Policy and Climate Studies
- Nationality
- West African countries
- Deadline
- 2026-06-03
- Renewable
- No
- Verified by Eternity
- Not yet verified
- Last verified
- 2026-08-29
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
View official scholarship sourceLast verified 2026-08-29