At Nolan University, we believe financial limitations should not prevent exceptional students from accessing transformative education. Our scholarships support students with academic excellence, leadership potential, entrepreneurial ambition, and global impact.

Each year, the university provides multiple scholarships and funding opportunities for undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional programmes.

Scholarships Available

Founder’s Scholarship

Our most prestigious scholarship recognising exceptional talent and leadership potential.

  • Up to 70% tuition coverage
  • Highly competitive award
  • For outstanding global students

Global Leaders Scholarship

For students committed to shaping the future of global business, finance, and technology.

  • Up to 60% tuition support
  • Leadership achievements required
  • Open to international applicants

Africa Future Leaders Scholarship

Supporting talented students across Africa who demonstrate leadership and innovation.

  • Up to 50% tuition support
  • For African students
  • Focus on future economic and technology leaders

Women in Technology Scholarship

Encouraging women pursuing careers in AI, technology, fintech, and digital innovation.

  • Up to 50% tuition support
  • For female students in technology programmes
  • Promotes gender inclusion in tech leadership

Academic Excellence Scholarship

For students with exceptional academic records and strong intellectual potential.

  • Up to 50% tuition coverage
  • Based on academic merit
  • Available for Bachelor's and Master's programmes

Entrepreneurship Scholarship

Designed for students building startups or demonstrating entrepreneurial ambition.

  • Up to 45% tuition funding
  • Priority for startup founders
  • Includes mentorship opportunities

Additional Funding Options

Funding Option Description
Flexible Tuition Payment Plans Students may pay tuition in manageable instalments during the academic year.
Employer Sponsorship Professionals may receive financial support from their employers.
Partner Organization Grants Grants offered through Nolan University partner institutions.
Student Innovation Grants Funding available for students developing innovative startup or technology projects.

Funding Advice

1. Don’t Delay

Start researching funding opportunities as soon as you decide to apply.

2. Look Around

Investigate all available options including external funding opportunities.

3. Plan Before You Start

Ensure you have a clear plan to fund tuition and living costs before beginning your programme.

Student Loans

Education financing options are available to help students access high-quality education while spreading the cost over time.

Loan Option Description
AfriLeap Capital Student Loans Education financing designed to support African students and entrepreneurs.
Government Student Loans National student loan schemes provided by governments.
Private Education Loans Loans offered by banks and financial institutions for education costs.
Employer-Sponsored Loans Professionals may receive funding support through employers.

External Funding Opportunities

Loans, scholarships and grants are also available from organisations external to the University.

Many of our students use these funding sources to support their course fees either partially or fully.

In many cases loan funding depends on your nationality or country of residence and may be linked to government schemes.

Apply for Student Loans

Access education financing designed to support ambitious students across Africa.

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Apply for Scholarships

Take the next step toward your future at Nolan University.

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