Rhodes University Patrick & Margaret Flanagan Scholarship For Africans 2027

Rhodes University has opened applications for the Patrick & Margaret Flanagan Scholarship 2027, a prestigious funding opportunity supporting outstanding students pursuing Master’s and Doctoral degrees at international universities.

The Patrick & Margaret Flanagan Scholarship was established to promote academic excellence by supporting postgraduate students who demonstrate exceptional research potential and a commitment to making meaningful contributions in their respective fields.

The scholarship provides full-cost funding for eligible postgraduate studies abroad, enabling talented researchers to advance their academic careers at leading global institutions.

To be considered for the Rhodes University Flanagan Scholarship 2027, you must:

• be academically outstanding individuals planning to undertake postgraduate research at an international university.

• have strong academic records, clearly defined research interests, and a compelling vision for how their studies will contribute to future professional and societal impact.

• have identified a suitable international university and be able to justify why that institution is the most appropriate destination for their proposed research.

• The Patrick & Margaret Flanagan Scholarship offers full-cost funding for successful applicants enrolled in eligible international postgraduate programmes.

• Tuition fees are covered in accordance with the scholarship’s funding conditions, providing substantial financial support throughout the approved period of study.

• In addition to tuition support, successful scholars receive living allowances that are paid on a quarterly basis after they have successfully registered at their host institution.

To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;

• Letter of Motivation

• Academic Transcript

• Academic CV including email contact details of three ACADEMIC referees

• Certified ID/Passport copy

To apply for the Rhodes University Patrick & Margaret Flanagan Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;

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  Click the button below to go to the scholarship webpage.

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  Applications for the Patrick & Margaret Flanagan Scholarship 2027 will close on 24 September 2026.

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  Candidates interested in pursuing fully funded international Master’s or Doctoral studies should prepare their documentation well in advance to ensure a complete and competitive submission.