NWDC Scholarship 2025: Fully Funded Overseas Study Program for Northwestern Nigerian Students (Apply Now)

The North West Development Commission (NWDC) has officially opened applications for its 2025 Foreign Scholarship Programme, offering fully funded academic opportunities to undergraduates and postgraduates from the North-West states of Nigeria.

This bold initiative, launched under the NWDC Act of 2024, supports human capital development in Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, and Zamfara through access to global-standard education in Europe, China, and other Asian nations.

Download Now

Get Ready for the Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) Aptitude Test!
Access Our Exclusive Past Questions & Answers PDF Below!

Download Nigerian Customs Recruitment Test 2025 PDF Past Questions and Answers (PDF File)

What You Should Know About the NWDC Scholarship 2025

Host: North West Development Commission
Study Location: Foreign institutions in Europe and Asia
Eligibility: Indigenes of North-Western Nigeria only
Application Deadline: May 18, 2025

Key Benefits

Selected scholars will receive:

• 100% tuition coverage
• Monthly living stipends
• Travel (flight and visa) sponsorship
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Accommodation support

Eligible Programmes

Applications are open to courses in:

• Engineering
• Medical Sciences
• Agriculture
• ICT & Education

Eligibility Criteria

Undergraduate Candidates:

• Must have 3 distinctions in core science subjects
• 5 O’Level credits in maximum two sittings
• Maximum age: 22 years

Postgraduate Candidates:

• Master’s: CGPA of 3.8+, Age limit: 35
• PhD: CGPA of 4.0+/5.0, Age limit: 40

All applicants must be from North-West Nigeria.

Required Documents

• Completed application form
• CV
• Birth certificate or age declaration
• WAEC/NECO certificates
• Degree certificates (for PG applicants)
• Transcript and NYSC certificate (PG only)
• LGA/state of origin certificates
• Valid international passport
• Motivation letter

How to Apply

1. Visit the NWDC official portal: https://nwdc.gov.ng/scholarships
2. Complete the online application form
3. Participate in the virtual aptitude test
4. If shortlisted, attend the physical credential screening

This scholarship opportunity aims to transform lives and promote long-term regional development through academic empowerment. North-Western students and graduates are urged to apply before the May 18, 2025 deadline.