Are you a Nigerian student with exceptional academic achievements? The Federal Ministry of Education invites you to apply for the 2025/2026 Federal Government Scholarship under the Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA). Here’s everything you need to know to successfully apply.
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What is the BEA Scholarship?
The BEA Scholarship is a prestigious program designed to provide Nigerians with opportunities to study abroad in various fields of study. The scholarship supports both undergraduate and postgraduate studies in partnering countries.
Available Study Locations
Undergraduate Studies:
- Russia
- Morocco
- Hungary
- Egypt
- Algeria
Postgraduate Studies:
- Russia (for graduates who obtained their first degree in Russia)
- China
- Hungary
- Serbia
- Romania
Fields of Study
Undergraduate:
- Engineering
- Geology
- Agriculture
- Sciences
- Mathematics
- Environmental Sciences
- Sports
- Law
- Social Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Architecture
- Medicine (limited slots)
- Pilot Engineering
- Neurology
Postgraduate:
- All fields (Master’s and PhD)
Turkey Government Scholarship 2025-2026: Fully Funded Opportunities for Global Students
Romania Government Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Opportunities for Non-EU Students
Eligibility Criteria
For Undergraduate Applicants:
- Minimum of 7 distinctions (A’s and B’s) in WASSCE/WAEC (May/June) in relevant subjects, including English and Mathematics.
- Certificates must be:
- Not older than two years (2023 and 2024) for non-African countries.
- One year old (2024) for African countries.
- Age limit: 17 to 20 years.
For Postgraduate Applicants:
- First-class or at least second-class upper division in your first degree.
- Completed NYSC program with a valid discharge or exemption certificate.
- Age limit:
- Master’s: 35 years
- PhD: 40 years
- Evidence of employer’s approval for release, if employed.
Application Process
- Visit the Official Website
- Go to www.education.gov.ng and click on the Federal Scholarship Board icon on the homepage.
- Complete the Application Form
- Fill out the form online following the guidelines provided.
- Print the Application Form
- Submit a printed copy of your completed form.
Additional Requirements
- Be prepared to take a one-year language course in your selected country if it’s non-English speaking.
- Applicants for Hungary must apply through Stipendium Hungaricum.
- For Russian studies, visit education-in-russia.com to complete your application and upload all required documents in PDF format.
Required Documents
Undergraduate:
- WAEC/WASSCE certificate
- NIN slip
Postgraduate:
- First-degree certificate
- NYSC discharge/exemption certificate
- NIN slip
Important Dates
- Application Opens: December 2, 2024
- Application Deadline: January 12, 2025
Note:
- No application fee is required. Beware of fraudsters claiming otherwise.
- Providing false information will result in disqualification at any stage of the application.
Contact Information
For inquiries, use the following channels:
- Phone: 08077884417, 08023297547
- Email: fsb@education.gov.ng
Conclusion
This is a golden opportunity for Nigerian students to advance their education and achieve their academic dreams. Don’t wait until the last minute—start your application now!
