Apply Now: Federal Government Scholarship for Undergraduate, Masters, and PhD Studies (2025/2026)
Application Deadline: January 12, 2025 (11:59 PM)
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Federal Ministry of Education, is offering the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship Awards for undergraduate, master’s, and PhD students. This prestigious scholarship allows Nigerian students to study in top universities across several countries. Don’t miss this chance to advance your academic career with funding and support for your education abroad.
Countries and Fields of Study:
Undergraduate Scholarships (Available in Russia, Morocco, Hungary, Algeria, Egypt):
- Fields: Engineering, Geology, Agriculture, Sciences, Mathematics, Languages, Environmental Sciences, Sports, Law, Social Sciences, Biotechnology, Architecture, Medicine (limited).
Postgraduate Scholarships (Available in Russia, China, Hungary, Serbia, Romania):
- Fields: Open to all academic disciplines.
Eligibility Criteria:
Undergraduate Applicants:
- Must have a minimum of 7 Distinctions (As & Bs) in WASSCE/WAEC (May/June 2023 or 2024).
- Age limit: 17 to 20 years.
- Certificates must not be older than two years for Non-African countries or one year for African countries.
Postgraduate Applicants:
- Master’s Degree: Minimum 1st Class or 2nd Class Upper Division in the first degree.
- PhD: Applicants must meet the above criteria and also have completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) program.
- Age limit: 35 years for Masters, 40 years for PhD.
- NYSC discharge or exemption certificate required.
Benefits:
- Tuition and Accommodation: Covered by the participating countries.
- Supplementary Support: Provided by the Nigerian government, including health insurance, research grants, and a take-off allowance.
- Duration: The scholarship lasts from 4 to 9 years, depending on the program and the country.
How to Apply:
1. Online Application: Complete the application form online through the designated portals.
2. Documents to Upload:
- Undergraduate: WAEC/WASSCE & NIN Slip.
- Postgraduate: 1st Degree Certificate, NYSC discharge/exemption certificate, and NIN slip.
3. Russian Applicants: Visit the official Russian education portal at http://education-in-russia.com for additional requirements.
4. Additional Documents for Nominated Candidates:
- Authenticated academic certificates.
- Data page of current international passport.
- Medical reports from government hospitals.
- Birth certificate and indigene letter.
- Police clearance certificate (if applicable).
Important Notes:
- Mandatory Language Courses: Applicants must be ready to undertake a one-year foreign language course for non-English-speaking countries.
- No Processing Fees: Beware of fraudsters—this scholarship does not require any processing fees.
- Contact Information:
- Phone: 08077884417 / 08023297547
- Email: fsb@education.gov.ng
This scholarship is an incredible opportunity for Nigerian students to further their education and gain international exposure. Apply now and take the first step towards advancing your academic career on a global scale!
