UNHCR DAFI Scholarship Programme 2024-2025

The UNHCR DAFI Scholarship Programme provides qualified refugee and returnee students with the possibility to earn an undergraduate degree in their country of asylum or home country. The scholarship covers ISCED level 6 degrees (bachelor’s) and can include short-cycle tertiary education and TVET programmes, with UNHCR and its education partner supporting scholars and host institutions. The programme does not cover master’s studies and varies in package by country.

Tuition coverage, study materials, accommodation, meals or housing support, transportation, and ongoing support from UNHCR and partners.

Applicant must be a recognized refugee or asylum seeker living in Rwanda; priority to those with excellent academic performance; must have been admitted to a university in Rwanda; only one family member can apply; current beneficiaries of another higher education scholarship are not eligible; women and persons with special needs are encouraged to apply.

Review the information and submit an application via the official apply link; follow the UNHCR DAFI application process and upload required documents.