Prepare to apply for 2027 Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) which is expected to open soon for applications. Students of African secondary schools or those planning to enter the university (Jambites) are invited to apply to participate in the program.
Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS) is an intensive academic and enrichment program designed for African secondary school students planning to pursue tertiary education and who wish to make meaningful impact as young leaders on the continent.
Eligibility Criteria
To apply and take part in Yale Young African Scholars Program 2027, the applicants may be required to meet the following eligibility criteria;
- Age: You must be between the ages of 14-18 years old by July of the application year
- English: You must be able to participate in a rigorous academic curriculum conducted in English.
- Citizenship: You must be a citizen or permanent resident of an African country (applications from refugees living in an African country will also be accepted).
- School location: You must currently attend school in an African country.
- Grade Level: You must be a current 10th or 11th grade student (or the international equivalents).
- Graduation date: If you attend school in the Northern Hemisphere, you must be graduating secondary school by dates that will be specified. If you attend school in the Southern Hemisphere, you must be graduating secondary school by by dates that will be specified.
These eligibility conditions may change, put an eye on this page and on the official scholarship page for updated information when the call is open
What the Program Offers
In 2025, YYAS will offer two programs in two categories;
- Online College Prep Workshop
- Residential Leadership Summit (in Kenya)
Participants in the Yale Young African Scholars will enhance their academic skills, receive guidance on university admissions and career path options, and join a network of young leaders from across Africa.
How to Apply
The interested and eligible candidate for the Yale Young African Scholars Program should visit the how to apply page to review the detailed application instruction and steps, then click on the APPLY NOW button there to start application. Also check our detailed step-by-step guide on submitting a successful YYAS application
It is advised that you write down your login details to the application portal (email and password) for easy access to the portal at a later date.
Application Deadline: Open soon (To be Updated)
