NWDC Opens 2025 Foreign Scholarship for North-West Students: How to Apply and Key Details

The North-West Development Commission (NWDC) has officially announced the launch of its 2025/2026 Foreign Scholarship Programme for qualified indigenes of Nigeria’s North-West region. This fully funded initiative is designed to support outstanding students pursuing undergraduate and postgraduate studies abroad in recognized universities.

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship is open exclusively to indigenes of Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara states. It covers three academic levels:

• Undergraduate
• Master’s
• Ph.D

Candidates must demonstrate academic excellence and meet the age and performance requirements for each level of study.

Eligible Fields of Study:

1. Engineering
2. Medical Sciences
3. Agriculture
4. ICT and Education

Eligibility Requirements:

To be eligible, applicants must:

• Be a native of the North-West region
• For undergraduate studies, have distinctions in core science subjects and at least 5 credits in other subjects (max 2 sittings)
• For Master’s, hold a CGPA of 3.8 and above
• For Ph.D., hold a minimum CGPA of 4.0/5.0 in a Master’s degree
• Age limits: 22 years (Undergraduate), 35 years (Master’s), and 40 years (Ph.D.)

Application Timeline:

• Application Opens: 5th May 2025
• Deadline: 18th May 2025
• Application Fee: Free of charge

How to Apply:

Interested candidates can apply via the official NWDC scholarship portal at www.nwdc.gov.ng/scholarships. The process involves:

1. Online Registration: Fill out the application form
2. Online Screening Test: Shortlisted applicants will be invited for an aptitude test
3. Credential Screening: Finalists will undergo a physical verification process

Documents Required:

Prepare the following documents for upload:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Degree certificates (Bachelor’s, Master’s, where applicable)
• Birth certificate or declaration of age
• Official transcript
• Indigene and LGA certificate
• NYSC certificate (for postgraduates)
• WAEC/NECO result
• International passport
• Letter of motivation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Who is eligible to apply for the NWDC Foreign Scholarship?
Only indigenes from North-West Nigeria (Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, Zamfara) can apply.

2. Can SSCE holders apply for the scholarship?
Yes, but they must have distinctions in 3 core science subjects and 5 credits in total across not more than 2 sittings.

3. Is there an age limit for applicants?
Yes. The age limits are:

• 22 years for undergraduate applicants
• 35 years for Master’s
• 40 years for Ph.D

4. Do I need to pay any application fee?
No, the application process is completely free.

5. Where can I apply for the scholarship?
Visit the official NWDC scholarship website at www.nwdc.gov.ng/scholarships to complete the application.

6. What is the selection process like?
Applicants will go through an online test followed by physical screening of their documents.

7. What happens after I apply?
You will receive a notification for an online aptitude test if shortlisted, followed by an invitation for physical screening.

8. What documents must I upload during the application?
Required documents include CV, academic certificates, birth certificate, transcript, indigene certificate, and international passport, among others.

Final Note: If you’re a bright student from the North-West region dreaming of international education, the NWDC 2025 Foreign Scholarship could be your chance. Mark your calendar for May 5th, 2025, and begin preparing your documents now.

For inquiries, contact: [email protected]