Applications are now open for the **2026 Google DeepMind AIMS Scholarship** for talented African students. The African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS) is offering a **fully funded Master’s scholarship** that covers tuition, accommodation, meals, travel expenses, and stipends.
This opportunity is designed for students who have strong mathematical and problem-solving abilities and who wish to advance their studies in mathematical sciences, data science, and related fields.
AIMS Scholarship Summary
Host Institution: African Institute for Mathematical Sciences (AIMS)
Category: Masters / Postgraduate Scholarship
Eligible Countries: All African countries
Benefits:
Full tuition
Free accommodation
Meals
Travel allowance
Medical cover
Monthly stipends
IELTS: Not required
Deadline:March 6, 2026
About the AIMS Master’s Program
AIMS provides world-class training in mathematical sciences with a focus on:
* Problem-solving
* Estimation
* Computation
* Approximation
* Modeling
* Data analysis
* Statistics
Students learn through an intensive, hands-on approach supported by both African and international faculty. The environment encourages teamwork, inquiry, and innovation.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the 2026 AIMS Scholarship, applicants must:
1. Hold (or expect to obtain by program start) a **4-year university degree** in Mathematics, Engineering, or any Science discipline with substantial mathematics content.
2. Demonstrate strong mathematical skills, leadership qualities, and a record of community service.
3. Show motivation and readiness to engage in advanced scientific work.
4. Women are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits of the 2026 AIMS Scholarship
Successful applicants will receive:
* Full scholarship covering all academic costs
* Accommodation and meals throughout the program
* Travel support to and from the host country
* Medical insurance
* Access to a 24-hour computing facility and internet
* Learning from top African and international teachers
* A collaborative, immersive academic environment
* A pan-African student community, with at least **30% female representation**
AIMS graduates often progress to leading PhD programs and professional careers globally.
How to Apply
1. Applicants should click the CLICK HERE TO APPLY button on the official AIMS application page.
2. Create an account on the portal.
3. Upload all required documents before 11:59 PM on March 6, 2026
4. Complete all application questions. These are not exam questions; they help assess your problem-solving approach.
Best wishes to all applicants
Deadline
March 6, 2026
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