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African Leadership University Patoranking Scholarship Programme 2020 (Fully Funded)

Date: Feb 22, 2020

Exceptional leaders and change-makers can come from anywhere. Financial constraints should not prevent the next great African disruptor from gaining the tools, skillsets and networks to bring their innovations to life.  

This is why award-winning Nigerian dancehall artist Patoranking has partnered with the African Leadership University to launch the ALU Patoranking Scholarship. Having overcome financial adversity in his own journey of impact, Patoranking now wants to help unleash more entrepreneurial leaders who will bring positive change to their countries and the continent.  

Beneficiaries will be rewarded with 100% paid tuition* and a once in a lifetime opportunity of being part of the next generation of extraordinary African leaders and entrepreneurs.

The ALU Patoranking Scholarship will fully cover education and accommodation expenses for the selected beneficiaries to attend the African Leadership University, studying at either its Mauritius or Rwanda Campuses - starting in September 2020.  

BENEFITS

  • 100% Tuition Fee Waiver which covers the cost of tuition fees, accommodation and other study-related costs for the duration of the undergraduate programme at the Rwanda and Mauritius campuses of the African Leadership University
  • Annual living allowance for the duration of the undergraduate programme 
  • Relocation allowance to cover incoming travel and removal expenses for one way travel (for applicants living outside Rwanda and Mauritius)

SELECTION CRITERIA

1. Entrepreneurial Leader
● Not bound by the constraints of what exists today
● Takes initiative
● Visionary, bold—willing to take risks
● Innovative problem-solver
● Continuous learner
2. Demonstrated Impact
● Mission-driven
● Civic mindset
● Contributes to community
● Creates tangible solutions
● Personally humble
3Overcome Adversity
● Confronts challenges with courage
● Does not give up when knocked down
● Resilient and persistent
● Sees possibilities and not only obstacles

HOW TO APPLY

1. Apply online to the African Leadership University.You must be conditionally or fully admitted to ALU Rwanda or ALC Mauritius to qualify for any scholarship.
2. Submit a 400-500 word essay in English. We will ask you to demonstrate how you have actively engaged in your community and meaningfully impacted the people around you.
3. Submit a creative piece in any format of your choosing. We will ask you to show, not tell us how you are extra! What makes you exceptional?
4. Submit two letters of recommendation. We will ask you to select two people (e.g. mentors, advocates, teachers, community leaders, etc.) who know you well and can speak to your leadership potential. These letters should be originals and in English.

SUGGESTED MILESTONES

1. Submission of your application to ALC Mauritius to be considered for Admission or Conditional Admission: 09 March, 2020
2. Submission of your application to ALU Rwanda to be considered for Admission or Conditional Admission: 20 April, 2020
3. Scholarship Application Deadline for ALC Mauritius: 03 April, 2020
4. Scholarship Application Deadline for ALU Rwanda: 15 May, 2020


NOTE: These milestones are subject to change depending on whether you are required to participate in one of our mandatory supplementary programs.

Apply Here>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>

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