The North West Development Commission (NWDC) is now accepting applications for the 2025/2026 Foreign Scholarship Programme for eligible Nigerians.
This fully funded scholarship supports outstanding undergraduate and postgraduate students from the North-West region of Nigeria to study at top universities abroad.
Scholarship Summary
Host: North West Development Commission (NWDC)
Study Abroad: USA, UK, Canada, Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa
Levels: Undergraduate, Master’s, PhD
Eligible States: Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara
Benefits: Full tuition, travel, visa, living allowance, accommodation, healthcare
Deadline: May 18, 2025
IELTS: Not required
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Be an indigene of a North-Western Nigerian state
Have 5 O’Level credits including 3 core science subjects (max. 2 sittings)
Hold a CGPA of at least 3.8/5.0 for undergraduates
Hold a minimum of 4.0/5.0 CGPA for master’s applicants
Be no older than 22 (Undergrad), 35 (Master’s), or 40 (PhD)
Required Documents
Completed application form
Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Birth certificate or declaration of age
Primary & Secondary school certificates (WAEC/NECO)
Bachelor’s and Master’s degree certificates (as applicable)
NYSC certificate or exemption letter
Official transcript
LGA and state of origin certificate
Letter of motivation
International passport
Application Process
1. Visit the NWDC Scholarship portal
2. Click “Apply” to fill out the application form
3. Participate in the online screening test
4. Shortlisted candidates will attend a physical credential screening
[Click Here to Apply]
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