GAIN Program 2026/27: Fully Funded Opportunity for African Students in Economics

The GAIN Program offers a fully funded opportunity for African students pursuing graduate studies in economics and related social sciences. This program is designed to empower students with the necessary tools and guidance to excel in their academic pursuits, bridging the gap between their ambitions and top-tier graduate institutions worldwide.

Participants will benefit from a structured program that includes a mandatory webinar series and a competitive mentoring phase. The program focuses on providing insights into graduate school admissions, diverse career paths in research and policy, and GRE preparation support, making it an invaluable resource for aspiring scholars.

This opportunity is open to motivated students from all African countries who are in their final year of undergraduate studies or have completed a Bachelor's or Master's degree in economics or a related field. Applicants should intend to pursue a PhD in economics or related fields, or a Master's degree leading to a PhD, and must be committed to participating in the GAIN Webinar Series.

The program covers all expenses related to graduate studies, including tuition, GRE preparation, and mentoring support.