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AWI Academy is accessible to everyone. Early Bird discounts and Internship Scholarships reduce financial barriers and connect learners to hands‑on placements.
Scholarship Options
Early Bird Scholarship — 20–40% off for early applicants; first‑come, first‑served.
Internship Scholarship — Up to 100% tuition waiver in exchange for a 3–6 month internship placement; includes mentorship.
Payment Options
Installments: 3–6 monthly payments.
Deferred start: 30–90 day grace for hardship cases.
Income share (pilot): reduced upfront fee + small post‑placement share (by application).
How to Apply
Choose program and click Apply.
Select funding option on the form.
Upload CV and short statement or project idea.
Await review (7–14 days).
Eligibility and Selection
AWI Academy awards scholarships and sponsored seats to applicants who meet program prerequisites and demonstrate the potential to succeed and contribute to agribusiness outcomes
Eligibility Criteria
Program prerequisites: Each course and bootcamp lists required background, skills, and minimum qualifications on its program page. Applicants must meet those prerequisites to be considered.
Geographic and language: Open to applicants worldwide; some cohorts may prioritize specific regions. Program language requirements are listed per course.
Age and legal status: Applicants must be of legal working age in their country and able to participate in internships or placements as required by the program.
Commitment: Scholarship recipients must commit to program attendance, complete required projects, and, for Internship Scholarships, accept a 3–6 month internship placement if offered.
Documentation: Applicants must provide a current CV or resume and any program‑specific documents requested (e.g., transcripts, portfolio, or short project proposal).
Selection Principles
Merit: Demonstrated skills, relevant experience, and the quality of submitted materials (CV, project idea, or portfolio).
Potential: Evidence of growth potential, leadership, problem solving, and ability to apply learning in real agribusiness contexts.
Alignment with outcomes: Fit between the applicant’s goals and the program’s outcomes (employment, venture launch, or technical competency).
Equity and impact: Preference may be given to applicants from underserved agrarian communities, women in agriculture, and candidates whose projects show clear community or market impact.
Diversity of cohorts: AWI seeks balanced cohorts by geography, gender, and role (farmers, managers, technologists, entrepreneurs) to maximize peer learning.
Selection Process and Timeline
Step 1 — Application received: We confirm receipt and send an automated acknowledgement within 24 hours.
Step 2 — Eligibility check: Program prerequisites and documentation are reviewed within 3 business days.
Step 3 — Shortlist: Qualified applicants are shortlisted and invited to a short interview or skills check within 7–14 days.
Step 4 — Final decision: Scholarship and internship awards are communicated within 7 days after interviews. Total review time is typically 14–21 days.
Step 5 — Acceptance and onboarding: Awardees confirm acceptance within 7 days and complete onboarding steps (payment plan setup if applicable, internship agreements, and pre-course tasks).
Evaluation Rubric
Relevance of experience — 30% (CV, prior roles, fieldwork)
Quality of project idea or motivation statement — 25% (clarity, feasibility, impact)
Skills and readiness — 20% (technical or business skills, assessments)
Potential for impact and placement — 15% (alignment with employer needs or venture potential)
Diversity and equity considerations — 10% (geographic, gender, community impact)
Required Documents and Application Tips
Required: CV or resume; program selection; funding option selected on the form.
Recommended: Short project proposal (200–300 words) for Internship Scholarships; one reference or short testimonial if available.
Tip: Be specific about the outcome you want (job role, venture idea, or skill set) and how AWI training will help you achieve it.
Appeals and Reapplication
Appeals: Applicants may request a review within 7 days of a decision by emailing the scholarships team with additional evidence.
Reapply: Unsuccessful applicants may reapply for future cohorts; update your application with new experience or a refined project proposal.
Contact for Eligibility Questions
Email: africawealthinitiativeacademy@gmail.com
Subject line: Scholarship Eligibility Question — [Your Name]
Evaluation Rubric
Relevance of experience — 30% (CV, prior roles, fieldwork)
Quality of project idea or motivation statement — 25% (clarity, feasibility, impact)
Skills and readiness — 20% (technical or business skills, assessments)
Potential for impact and placement — 15% (alignment with employer needs or venture potential)
Diversity and equity considerations — 10% (geographic, gender, community impact)
Required Documents and Application Tips
Required: CV or resume; program selection; funding option selected on the form.
Recommended: Short project proposal (200–300 words) for Internship Scholarships; one reference or short testimonial if available.
Tip: Be specific about the outcome you want (job role, venture idea, or skill set) and how AWI training will help you achieve it.
Appeals and Reapplication
Appeals: Applicants may request a review within 7 days of a decision by emailing the scholarships team with additional evidence.
Reapply: Unsuccessful applicants may reapply for future cohorts; update your application with new experience or a refined project proposal.
Contact for Eligibility Questions
Email: africawealthinitiativeacademy@gmail.com
Subject line: Scholarship Eligibility Question — [Your Name]
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