The North-West Development Commission (NWDC) has officially launched the 2025 Foreign Scholarship Program for qualified students from Nigeria’s North-West region. This prestigious scholarship supports undergraduate, master’s, and PhD studies abroad, empowering future leaders through world-class education.

If you’re from Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, or Zamfara, this is your opportunity to study at top foreign universities with full funding support.

Scholarship Overview

• Host Countries: Top foreign universities
• Sponsor: North-West Development Commission (NWDC)
• Eligible Levels: Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
• Application Deadline: May 18, 2025
• Eligible States: Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara
• Gender: Open to male and female applicants
• Funding: Fully Funded (tuition, living costs, travel, etc.)

NWDC Scholarship Requirements

To qualify, you must meet the following:

For Undergraduates:

• Must be an indigene of a North-West state
• Distinction in 3 core science subjects
• 5 credits in relevant subjects (max 2 sittings)
• Age: 22 years or younger

For Master’s Degree Applicants:

• Minimum CGPA of 3.8/5.0
• Age Limit: 35 years

For PhD Applicants:

• Minimum CGPA of 4.0/5.0 in Master’s
• Age Limit: 40 years

Required Documents

Prepare and scan the following documents for upload:

• Updated CV
• WAEC/NECO result
• Bachelor’s Degree & Master’s Degree certificates (if applicable)
• Primary School Certificate
• LGA & State Indigene Certificate
• NYSC Discharge/Exemption Certificate
• International Passport
• Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age
• Official University Transcript
• Motivation Letter

How to Apply

1. Visit the official portal via NWDC Application Page
2. Click the application link to access the Google Form
3. Fill in your personal and academic details
4. Upload all required documents
5. Submit the form before the May 18, 2025 deadline

Don’t Miss Out: This is one of Nigeria’s most competitive foreign scholarships for 2025. Secure your academic future—apply before the deadline.

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