Applications are open for the Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation Scholarship 2027 which offers outstanding students from sub-Saharan Africa an opportunity to pursue undergraduate studies in France. The Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation Scholarship provides full tuition funding for eligible students admitted to the Europe-Africa undergraduate programme at Sciences Po.
The scholarship was established to honour Geneviève McMillan’s commitment to Africa and commemorate the life and work of artist Reba Stewart. Since 2010, the foundation has partnered with the Sciences Po American Foundation to support academically talented African students.
SUMMARY:
- Scholarship Sponsor: Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation
- Scholarship Type: Full Tuition Funding
- Host Institution: Sciences Po, France
- Scholarship Worth: Full Tuition Fees + Possible Living Allowance
- Number of Awards: Not Specified
- Study Level: Undergraduate
- Eligible Countries: Sub-Saharan African Countries
- Study Destination: France
See Also: Sciences Po Émile Boutmy Scholarship in France (Funded)
Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Scholarship 2027 | Programme Overview
The Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation Scholarship is a merit-based award supporting talented students from sub-Saharan African countries who wish to study at Sciences Po in France.
The scholarship is specifically intended for students admitted to the institution’s undergraduate Europe-Africa programme.
Selection considers academic excellence alongside social criteria, helping deserving students access higher education in France.
Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the scholarship, applicants must:
- Be citizens of a sub-Saharan African country.
- Have completed their secondary school education in a sub-Saharan African country.
- Be accepted into Sciences Po’s undergraduate Europe-Africa programme.
- Demonstrate outstanding academic performance.
- Meet the admission requirements for the chosen undergraduate programme.
- Complete the scholarship application process within the required period.
Applicants from Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, Uganda and other sub-Saharan African countries may qualify if they meet the stated requirements.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants receive:
- Full tuition fee coverage at Sciences Po.
- Tuition funding for the duration of the undergraduate programme.
- A possible additional grant towards living expenses, depending on the applicant’s financial circumstances.
Important: The scholarship guarantees full tuition coverage for successful recipients, but additional living-cost support is assessed separately and is not guaranteed.
Application Procedures
How to Apply: Interested applicants for the Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation Scholarship 2027 should follow these steps:
- Visit the official Sciences Po undergraduate admissions portal to start the process
- Apply for admission to the undergraduate Europe-Africa programme.
- Complete the admission application and submit the required supporting documents, including those relevant to Émile Boutmy Scholarship consideration.
- Within two weeks of submitting the Sciences Po application, send a separate scholarship application to [email protected].
- Include a cover letter explaining your motivation to study at Sciences Po and why you wish to receive the Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation Scholarship.
- Follow any additional instructions provided by the scholarship administrators.
Note: The previous article also listed [email protected]. However, the current official scholarship instructions specify only [email protected] for scholarship submissions.
Application Documents
Applicants should prepare:
- Academic transcripts and secondary school certificates.
- Documents required for undergraduate admission at Sciences Po.
- Supporting documents required for Émile Boutmy Scholarship consideration.
- A cover letter explaining their motivation for the scholarship.
- Any additional documents requested by the admissions or scholarship office.
Application Deadline
January 13, 2027, for undergraduate applicants from foreign secondary schools.
Applicants must also submit their separate Geneviève McMillan-Reba Stewart Foundation Scholarship application within two weeks of applying to Sciences Po.
