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Yale Young African Scholars
(Updated 16 Oct 2025) This call for entries is for the 2026 edition of the Yale Young African Scholars (YYAS), an intensive academic and enrichment programme designed for African secondary school students planning to pursue tertiary education and who wish to make some meaningful impact as young leaders on the continent.
APPLICATION WINDOW
ACTIVE
DEADLINE
21 Jan 2026
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PRIZES
Participants will enhance their academic skills, receive university admission and financial aid application guidance, and join a network of young leaders from across Africa. Following the programme, students will be paired with mentors who will help advise them throughout the university application process.
OTHER KEY DATES
20 October 2025: Early Action Application Deadline
19 December 2025: Early Action Decision Notification Deadline
5 January 2026: YYAS Offer Response deadline (Early Action period)
21 January 2026: Regular Application Deadline
20 March 2026: Regular Decision Notification Deadline
25 March 2026: YYAS Offer Response deadline (Regular Application period)
HOST COUNTRY
Credit: Yale Young African Scholars
Date Added: 14 Dec 2017
Tags: Education
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