Princeton in Africa

Award information 

Princeton in Africa is a non-profit affiliate of Princeton University that develops young leaders as they contribute to some of the most impactful organizations on the African continent. Our Fellows, through their work, have made contributions to Africa’s institutions in the areas of Business and Economic Development, Education & Youth Capacity Building, Public & Community Health, and so much more. PiAf Fellows are placed with host organizations by matching their skills in areas such as communications, program management, grant writing, budgeting, operations with needs expressed by our host organizations, for a mutually beneficial arrangement. 

Eligibility 

• Must be graduated from an accredited University Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD program by June 2025 

• Applicants must have proficiency in speaking and writing English according to CEFR standards. French proficiency is required for some locations.  

• Applicants must be under 35 years of age 

• Must have a valid passport throughout the program  

Process 

Please watch this video provided by PiAF on the application process for this scholarship 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0D2SS_Gi7AU&t=1s  

Application information 

While there is no institutional endorsement necessary for this program, we highly recommend students work with Jeffery Berg in the office of Fellowships & Scholarships. 

Interested in being a part of the 2026-2027 cohort? Applications open in August 2025! Sign up for updates on their website.