Mauritius Africa Scholarships Scheme (MASS)
What the Mauritius‑Africa Scholarship Scheme (MASS) 2026 Is
The Mauritius‑Africa Scholarship Scheme (MASS) is a fully funded government scholarship offered by the Republic of Mauritius for the 2026/2027 academic year. It’s open to deserving students from African Union member states (including Zambia) and African Commonwealth countries who want to study full‑time, on campus at public universities in Mauritius.
💡 Think of it as a golden key — tuition, living, and flights — all covered for your academic journey across the Indian Ocean.
📍 Where You Can Study
You can pursue your studies at public higher education institutions in Mauritius, such as:
- University of Mauritius
- University of Technology, Mauritius
- Academy of Design and Innovation
- Université des Mascareignes
- Mahatma Gandhi Institute
- Rabindranath Tagore Institute
- Polytechnics Mauritius Ltd
Each offers programs at different times, mostly between late 2025 and early 2026 in preparation for August–October 2026 intake.
🎯 Who Can Apply (Eligibility)
To be eligible for MASS as a Zambian:
🌍 Nationality — Must be a citizen/resident of an African Union country (not Mauritius).
📚 Academic Levels — You can apply for:
- Diploma or Bachelor’s
- Master’s or MPhil/MPhil‑PhD
- PhD programs
📅 Age Limits:
- Undergraduate/Diploma: 18–25 years old by Jan 1, 2027
- MPhil/MPhil‑PhD/PhD: Under 40 years old by Jan 1, 2027
📖 Academic Requirements:
- Undergrad: Valid secondary school results that meet Mauritius university entry standards
- Postgrad/PhD: Relevant bachelor’s/master’s degree, a research proposal, and often a letter of acceptance from a supervisor at a Mauritian institution
🌐 Language: Most programs are taught in English, though knowing French can help.
💸 What MASS Covers
This scholarship isn’t just tuition — it’s real support:
✨ Tuition fees for the entire program
✨ Monthly living allowance to help with accommodation and expenses
✨ Return airfare from your home country to Mauritius and back after graduation
Some guidelines also indicate living allowances and healthcare benefits for international students.
📄 How to Apply
The application process is a two‑step dance:
- Apply for admission first:
- Choose a full‑time program at a Mauritius public university
- Apply directly with that institution and get either a conditional offer or proof you applied.
- Fill out the MASS Scholarship Form:
- Download the official form from Mauritius’ Ministry of Tertiary Education site
- Prepare your documents like birth certificate, academic transcripts, CV, medical certificate, and — for postgraduate — a research proposal and supervisor confirmation.
- Submit via Zambia’s nominating agency:
- Your application must be endorsed by Zambia’s Ministry of Education or the Higher Education Loans and Scholarships Board (HELSB), then forwarded to Mauritius before the deadline.
⏰ Deadline for MASS 2026
For the 2026/2027 academic intake, the final date to submit endorsed applications was 27 March 2026 — so if you’re looking ahead to next round (2027/2028), start preparing now with your admission and documents ready.
🌟 Why It’s a Big Deal
MASS isn’t just a scholarship — it’s a chance to:
🌍 Study abroad without financial stress
📚 Join a multicultural student community
🌴 Get a global degree with local relevance
🔗 Build continental networks that can open doors everywhere
