Unlocking Opportunities: Scholarships Across Nigeria's Diverse Landscape*
Welcome to a comprehensive guide for aspiring scholars in Nigeria! Nigeria, a federation of 36 diverse states, offers a rich tapestry of educational opportunities through state-based scholarships. In this intricate web of possibilities, each state takes pride in nurturing its talents, empowering its youth, and contributing to the nation's intellectual growth. Navigating this webpage, you'll discover a curated summary of scholarships tailored to specific Nigerian states. These scholarships support the educational dreams of individuals from their respective states, foster local talent, and build a brighter future for Nigeria.
In addition to these state-specific scholarships, we'll provide insights into national scholarships that transcend geographical boundaries. These prestigious opportunities are available to talented Nigerians from any part of the country, promoting excellence nationally. We invite you to explore the wealth of scholarship opportunities that await you in Nigeria's dynamic educational landscape. Whether you're a budding scholar from a specific state or a visionary with national aspirations, this page is your gateway to a brighter academic future. Let's embark on this enlightening journey together, unlocking the doors to education and opportunity that Nigeria offers.
*WorldStudentAdvisors has developed this webpage as a valuable resource for Nigerian students pursuing scholarships. WorldStudentAdvisors does not take responsibility for the information's precision or legitimacy, but it was created with good intentions to help Nigerians pursue a scholarship.
Abuja, the Federal State
The Federal Capital Territory Government funds the FCT Scholarship program, managed through the state bursary and the Ministry of Education. This initiative is part of the government's commitment to social welfare and collaborative support for FCT Indigenes.
The scholarship is awarded to students studying in educational institutions within the Federal Capital Territory, particularly those who face financial constraints in pursuing their academic endeavours. The primary goal of the FCT Scholarship Board is to offer educational support, either in monetary form or as material assistance, to FCT natives and economically disadvantaged students attending Public Basic and Post-Basic Educational Institutions, as well as FCT indigenes pursuing higher education within and beyond Nigeria's borders. Numerous students have benefited from this benevolent program over the years.
To be eligible for this scholarship, applicants must be indigenous students of the FCT and fulfil all the stipulated criteria for the scholarship.
FCT Scholarship Board
Government Secondary School
No. 6 Abidjan Street
Zone 3, Wuse
Abuja
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Abia State Government Scholarship
The Abia State Government sponsors the Abia State Government Scholarship through the State’s Bursary. It is offered as part of the government’s social welfare responsibility to the Abia Indigenes. This scholarship is given to assist students in institutions of learning who have limited resources to fund their academic careers.
Abia State's official website
Abia State's second Facebook page
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Adamawa State Scholarship Trust Fund
Adamawa State Scholarship Trust Fund is a Parastatal of the Adamawa state government established by Law No. 10 of December 2008. Modern challenges in educational financing in the wake of the geometric rise in student population and dwindling government finances compelled the Adamawa state government to critically reexamine its role in providing students with Bursaries, unique and full scholarships, and student loan schemes at both local and international levels. Against this background, the state government needed to reposition its scholarship apparatus to face reality. Thus, the emergence of ASSTF, whose functions and powers include:
(a) source for funds and scholarships from within and outside Nigeria
(b) award scholarships to eligible indigenes of the state.
Read more about us here.
National Union of Adamawa State Students (NUADSS) Facebook page
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Akwa Ibom State Government Scholarship
To fulfil their social and corporate responsibilities, the Akwa Ibom State Government gives financial aid to the Akwa Ibom indigenous students. This scholarship is awarded through the Akwa Ibom State Bursary to assist students striving to pursue their education.
Akwa Ibom State's official website
Akwa Ibom State Scholarship Facebook page
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Anambra State Government Scholarship
As part of their welfare and social responsibility, the Anambra State Government awards the Anambra State Scholarship to indigenous and academic students of Anambra State through the state bursary.
The scholarship is awarded to undergraduate students attending schools in Anambra who have issues funding their education.
This article contains guidelines and tips for applying for and winning the Anambra State Scholarship without hassles.
Anambra State's official website
Anambra State Ministry of Education Facebook page
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Bauchi State Scholarship
The Bauchi State Scholarship is a component of the government’s social welfare efforts and cooperative obligation to the indigenous people of Bauchi. The Bauchi State Government typically sponsors the Scholarship through the State’s Bursary. This scholarship is available to help young students in educational institutions, especially those with few financial resources, to support their academic endeavours. The Bauchi State Scholarship Program has assisted numerous students over the years.
Many prospective applicants need to know that they may benefit directly from this program inside and outside the nation.
To qualify, you only need to be a native of the State.
Bauchi State Government Facebook page
Bauchi State Government's official website
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Bayelsa State Government Scholarship
Bayelsa States government understand that scholarship is an aid to help students to finance their education.
As such, the Bayelsa State Scholarship was organised to help raise funds for students in tertiary institutions who show financial needs. The Bayelsa State Scholarship is a part of the state welfare and social duties of the Government.
The Bayelsa state government awards it through the state bursary.
Bayelsa State Scholarship Board Facebook page
Bayelsa State Government's official website
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Benue State Government Scholarship
The Benue State Government invites all indigenous students to apply for the Benue State Government Scholarship.
The Benue state government funds this scholarship through the state’s Ministry of Education.
If you are an indigenous student of Benue State and attending a tertiary institution in the state, here is your opportunity to get financial aid to fund your education.
This article will give tips on applying for and being considered for the Benue State Government Scholarship.
Benue State Scholarship Board Facebook page
Benue State Government's official website
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Borno State Scholarship
Admission and First-Year Enrollment Criteria
The Borno State Scholarship is specifically designed for candidates who meet the following eligibility criteria:
- State of Origin: To apply for this scholarship, you must be a native of Borno State.
- Admission Confirmation: You must have obtained admission into recognised higher education institutions in Nigeria.
- First-Year Registration: Successful applicants should have completed their first-year registration with their respective educational institutions.
This scholarship opportunity is exclusively dedicated to supporting deserving students from Borno State, ensuring they can pursue higher education within the country.
Borno State Government's official website
Borno State Government's Scholarship Facebook page
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Cross River State Scholarship
The Cross River State Scholarship was created by the Cross River State Government and funded through the state bursary to provide monetary funds to students with limited resources to support their academic pursuits.
Each candidate must complete an application form fully and correctly and submit it through the same channel, the Director-General’s Office Cross River State Scholarship Board, on or before the interview date. Click here for more information.
Cross Rivers State's official website
Cross Rivers State Scholarship Facebook page
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Delta State University Scholarships
Delta State knows the importance of quality education, and awarding scholarships is one of the primary ways for DSU to help students achieve their educational goals. If you are interested in attending DSU, you may be eligible for one of over 400 Delta State University scholarships, totalling over five million dollars that DSU invests in students each year.
Click here for more information.
Delta State Scholarship Board Facebook page
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Ebonyi State Scholarship Board
Our vision is to develop the human resource needs of Ebonyi State through Education in different fields of human endeavours through the State Scholarship Scheme approved by the State Government.
Ebonyi State Scholarship website
Ebonyi State Overseas Scholarship Students
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Edo State Government Scholarship
Here is an opportunity to get funds for your education through the Edo State Scholarship. The Edo State government offers scholarships to well-deserving students with providing scholarships to well-deserving students who demonstrate financial needs.
Edo State Scholarship Facebook page
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Ekiti State Scholarship
The Ekiti State Scholarship, administered by the State bursary and the Ministry of Education, manifests the Ekiti State Government's commitment to its indigenes' well-being and educational empowerment. This scholarship program exclusively aims to support students pursuing their education within institutions located in Ekiti State.
More information.
Ekiti State's official website
Ekiti State Scholarship Facebook page
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Enugu State Scholarship and Education Loans Board
Welcome to our Scholarship Schemes. To apply for any of our scholarship programs, input your Application ID and select the relevant Application Category.
Enugu State Scholarship Application Portal
Enugu State Scholarship Facebook page
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Gombe State Government Scholarship
You can apply for this scholarship if you are an indigene and a Gombe State. With this scholarship, you can get financial funds for your academic pursuits.
Gombe State Scholarship website
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Imo State's Scholarship program
The Imo State Scholarship program aims to assist eligible indigenous students pursuing higher education. On this
Facebook page,
you will find detailed information about the requirements and qualifications needed to be considered for this scholarship opportunity. Many students with profiles similar to yours have benefited from this program in previous years, and you, too, have the chance to do so.
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Jigawa State Government Scholarship
JIGAWA STATE SCHOLARSHIP BOARD is charged with the responsibilities of securing admission to the bonafide indigenes of the state in tertiary institutions within and outside Nigeria, formulating and reviewing policies and initiating programmes on the award of scholarships to deserving students, among other functions of the Board.
Jigawa State Government Scholarship website
Jigawa State Government Scholarship Facebook page
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Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board
Scholarship requirements: A minimum grade of C in at least five subjects, including math and English, at WASSCE or NECO in one session and by 2018. Applicants may apply without a guarantee of admission, but access must be obtained from a recognised university before the scholarship is awarded.
Kaduna State's Foreign Scholarships
Kaduna State's Scholarship Facebook page
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Kano State Scholarship Board
The Kano State Government invites all indigenous students to apply for the Kano State Government Scholarship. This scholarship program is generously funded through the state's Ministry of Education. Suppose you are a student from Kano State and pursuing higher education within the state's boundaries. In that case, this is your golden opportunity to secure financial aid for your academic journey. You will find valuable insights and guidance on the Kano State Government Scholarship application process.
Kano State Government's official website
Kano State Scholarship Board Facebook page
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Katsina State Scholarship Trust Fund
Before its transformation in 2005, the Katsina State Scholarship Trust Fund operated under the name 'Katsina State Scholarship Board.' Its establishment dates back to the creation of Katsina State, which emerged from the former Kaduna State through enacting the Katsina State Scholarship Board Law (Amendment Edict) in 1988. Initially, its primary mission was to support eligible students of Katsina State origin in pursuing higher education at various institutions across the country. Moreover, the board sought financial resources and scholarships nationally and internationally.
Kaduna State Scholarship Application Portal
Kaduna State Scholarship Facebook page
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Kebbi State Scholarship
The Kebbi State Scholarship is dedicated to supporting indigenous students from Kebbi in their pursuit of higher education. On this page, you will discover the prerequisites and qualifications necessary to become a beneficiary of this scholarship program. Many students like yourself have benefited from this opportunity in previous years, and you, too, can follow in their footsteps.
Kebbi State Scholarship website
Kebbi State Scholarship Facebook page
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Kogi State Scholarship
The Kogi State Government created the Kogi State Scholarship, funded through the state Ministry of Education, to provide monetary funds to students with limited resources to support their academic pursuits. The Kogi State Government sponsors the Kogi State Scholarship through the state bursary and the Ministry of Education. It is part of the government's social welfare and cooperation responsibility to the Kogi Indigenes. The award is given to students in institutions of learning in Kogi State—particularly those restricted to financial resources to sponsor the pursuit of their academics. Many students have benefited from this generosity over the years. Students who wish to apply for this must be indigenous students of Kogi state and meet all the requirements for the scholarship.
Kogi State Scholarship Website
Kogi State Scholarship Facebook page
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Kwara State Scholarship Board
Kwara State Scholarship Board, a lifeline for financially challenged young students from our indigenous community, was founded on November 3, 1982, under the leadership of Governor Adamu Attah. Its inception marked a commitment to supporting the educational aspirations of genuine Kwara state indigenes. The board's mission includes implementing government policies regarding state scholarships and bursaries, as the Establishment Law 1982 outlines. This noble initiative continues to empower our youth to pursue higher education and achieve their dreams.
Kwara State Scholarship website
Kwara State Scholarship Facebook page
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Lagos State Scholarship Board
The Lagos State Scholarship Board traces its origins to a resolution by the Lagos State Executive Council in October 1968. Initially, the board operated out of a rented apartment at No 75 Brickfield Road, Ebute-Metta. In 1992, it transitioned to a government building in Maryland. However, due to the State Primary Board's office takeover, the board relocated several times.
Finally, on February 27, 1995, it settled at its current location, 254 Ipaja Road, beside the NYSC Orientation Camp in Agege.
Vision: The board aspires to be a preeminent agency providing financial assistance to scholars in Lagos State.
Mission: Its mission is to foster the educational development of deserving students by promptly offering financial aid, ultimately promoting self-reliance and contributing to the socioeconomic growth of the state.
Lagos State Scholarship website
Lagos State Scholarship Facebook page
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Nasarawa State Scholarship Board
The Nasarawa State Scholarship Board, established under the Ministry of Education on November 19, 1997, functions as a quasi-autonomous entity with dual allegiance to both the Ministry and the Board. It conducts its statutory duties following the principles and objectives set forth by the Board.
Vision:
The vision of the Nasarawa State Scholarship Board is to nurture a generation of educated, skilled, and dynamic citizens capable of effecting substantial transformation and development within the state.
Mission:
The mission of the Board is to provide encouragement and investment in areas that facilitate the success of students pursuing higher education.
Nasarawa State's Official website
Nasarawa State Scholarship Facebook page
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Niger State Scholarship Board
The inception of the Niger State Scholarship Board dates back to 1976, when the state itself was founded. Its central mission has been the distribution of government scholarships to all native students of Niger State pursuing higher education within Nigeria and overseas. These scholarships are designed to provide financial support for their well-being and living expenses throughout their academic journey.
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Ogun State Government Scholarship
The Ogun State Government is delighted to declare the commencement of the application process for the Ogun State Scholarship. We would like to invite individuals who meet the eligibility criteria to seize this opportunity to support their academic endeavours. The Ogun State Government provides sponsorship for this scholarship, which is exclusively available to students who are indigenous to Ogun State.
Ogun State Scholarship website
Ogun State Scholarship Facebook page
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Ondo State Scholarship Board
The Ondo State Scholarship Board was set up on 26 April 2000. It is one of the interventionist agencies of the State Government in the Education Sector. The responsibilities of the Board are geared towards the prompt delivery of bursaries, scholarship awards and financial assistance to deserving indigenes of Ondo State in approved tertiary institutions of learning, as well as using these as lifelines to students with humble backgrounds.
Ondo State Scholarship website
Ondo State Scholarship Facebook page
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Osun State Scholarship Board
The Osun State Government, driven by a deep commitment to nurturing the intellectual potential of its residents, proudly presents the Osun State Scholarship. This scholarship program, endowed by the State Ministry of Education, is dedicated to providing essential financial support to ambitious students facing financial constraints in their academic journey.
As a testament to their unwavering dedication, the Osun State Government extends this opportunity exclusively to indigenous students. The objective is clear: to foster human capital development within the state through the power of education. This scholarship represents not just a financial incentive but a profound investment in the future of Osun State, as it paves the way for a brighter, more educated, and thriving community.
Osun State Scholarship website
Osun State Scholarship Facebook page
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Oyo State Scholarship Board
The Oyo State Government is delighted to declare the commencement of the highly esteemed Oyo State Scholarship application process. This distinguished scholarship opportunity has been meticulously crafted for the benefit of Oyo State indigenes pursuing their education at tertiary institutions. The Oyo State Scholarship program is a beacon of financial support for students on their academic journey. Year after year, the government graciously bestows this scholarship upon deserving indigenes, and now, the moment has arrived for you to seize this invaluable opportunity.
Oyo State Scholarship Facebook page
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Plateau State Scholarship Board
The Plateau State Scholarship is a manifestation of the government's commitment to the social welfare and collective responsibility owed to the indigenous people of Plateau State. Administered by the Plateau State Government through the State's Board, this scholarship program was established to ensure that Plateau indigenes receive essential financial support for their higher education endeavours. It also serves as a lifeline for students who face financial constraints, offering them access to state-allocated funds to facilitate their educational journey. The Board's vision revolves around bolstering the growth of Plateau State's indigenous population, focusing on streamlining the availability and accessibility of these funds for academic purposes.
This esteemed award empowers young scholars pursuing their education and provides them with the financial backing to excel academically. Over the years, the Plateau State Scholarship Program has positively impacted numerous indigenous students, paving the way for a brighter educational future.
Plateau State Government's official website
Plateau State Scholarship Board Facebook page
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Rivers State Scholarship Board
The Rivers State Scholarship Board, a pillar of educational empowerment, was inaugurated in 2006 during the illustrious tenure of the former Rivers State governor, Dr. Peter Odili. This visionary establishment is a testament to the state's unwavering belief in the transformative power of education. The board's primary mission is to extend a helping hand to deserving students within the state, fostering their academic pursuits through scholarships and bursary awards.
The Rivers State Scholarship Board is not merely an administrative entity; it embodies a profound commitment to developing the state's population's human capital through education. It recognises that education is the key to a brighter future and is an unwavering advocate for educational advancement. Year after year, hundreds of students are privileged to be recipients of this scholarship and bursary, reaffirming the state's dedication to investing in the intellectual potential of its residents. This scholarship is a shining example of Rivers State's unwavering determination to ensure that education is accessible and transformative for its people.
Rivers State Government website
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Sokoto State Scholarship Board
The Sokoto State Government has invested N14 billion in training 46,000 indigenous students in Medical, Engineering, and various professional fields from 2015 to 2022. Bello Isa, the Permanent Secretary of the State Scholarship Board, disclosed this when presenting State-sponsored students who graduated from India, Sudan, and Ghana to Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal.
The funds were allocated for tuition, registration fees, and stipends. Of the 46,000 students, 1,121 were trained in Medicine, Engineering, and Paramedical courses, 15,000 graduated in other Science and Social Science-related fields from Nigerian universities, and 300 became Lawyers. Presently, 30,000 students are currently sponsored for various classes within the country.
Given ongoing hospital expansions, Governor Tambuwal highlighted the significance of investing in medical students to address the State's Healthcare Professionals shortage. He also directed immediate employment for medical graduates after their mandatory NYSC service.
Sokoto State Scholarship
Facebook page
Sokoto State's official
website
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Taraba State Scholarship Board
The Taraba State Scholarship Program exemplifies the Government's commitment to the welfare and collective responsibility towards Taraba's indigenous population. Administered by the Taraba State Government, this scholarship initiative is overseen by the State's Board. It has been entrusted with providing financial assistance to its deserving residents pursuing Higher Education. In alignment with its mission, the program extends a helping hand to students with limited financial resources by allocating state funds to support their educational endeavours. The Board's visionary goal is to enhance the educational landscape of Taraba State and streamline the accessibility of these funds for academic purposes. This Scholarship is a beacon of hope for young scholars, offering crucial financial support to those pursuing their academic dreams in various educational institutions. As a result, numerous indigenous students have already reaped the benefits of the Taraba State Scholarship Program, a testament to the government's commitment to its people's educational aspirations.
Tabara State's scholarship site
Tabara State's official website
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Yobe State Scholarship Board
Yobe State Government Scholarship offers scholarships funded through the state bursary and Ministry of Education. The Scholarship was created to help indigenous students of the State get financial aid to fund their education. Students from all tertiary institutions in Yobe State can apply for this Scholarship. The amount awarded for this Scholarship varies and covers students' tuition and other educational expenses. The level of Study is for undergraduate students in any school eligible to apply for this Scholarship. The fields of Study cover all courses tenable at all tertiary institutions in the State.
Yobe State Scholarship application portal
Yobe State Scholarship Facebook page
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Zamfara State Scholarship Board
The Zamfara State Scholarship is a program sponsored by the Zamfara State Government, facilitated through the state's bursary and the Ministry of Education. This initiative aims to support indigenous students in Zamfara State who need more financial means to pursue their academic endeavours in tertiary institutions within the state. The scholarship is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students in all fields of study available in Zamfara's tertiary institutions. Eligible applicants must meet specific criteria, including being indigenes of Zamfara State, having good academic records, and gaining admission to approved institutions within the state. The scholarship covers tuition and other educational expenses, and applicants must provide various documents for their application. The program encourages educational pursuits academic collaboration, and aims to provide opportunities for deserving students. Applicants can apply online through the official Zamfara State Scholarship website, and it is essential to keep an eye on the application deadline. The scholarship is hosted in Zamfara State and is open to indigenous students.
Zamfara State Scholarship Board Facebook page
Zamfara State Scholarship Board Twitter "X" account
Zamfara State's official website
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Scholarships for Nigerians
Petroleum Technology Development Fund (PTDF)
Mission
To train Nigerians to qualify as graduates, professionals, technicians and craftsmen in the fields of engineering, geology, science and management in the oil and gas industry in Nigeria and abroad.
PTDF Tower
Plot 1058 Memorial Drive
Opp Shehu Musa Yara dua Center
Central Business District
Cadastral Zone AOO, Abuja
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Chevening in Nigeria
Applications for 2024-2025 Chevening Scholarships are now open from 12 September 2023 to 7 November 2023!
Chevening is the UK government’s international scholarship programme. Funded by the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office and partner organisations, we offer awards to study in the UK for one year on a fully funded master’s degree course.
Successful Chevening candidates come from diverse countries and backgrounds, but they all demonstrate the passion, vision and skills needed to shape a better world.
Being selected has many benefits, including fully funded tuition fees, access to some of the best quality education in the world, exclusive networking opportunities, and the chance to explore the UK’s diverse culture.
At the end of your scholarship, you’ll join our diverse community of over 55,000 global alumni. You’ll return home equipped with the knowledge and networks to bring your ideas to life and thrive in your career.
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Commonwealth PhD scholarships
Commonwealth PhD Scholarships are for applicants from least developed countries and fragile States, as classified by the OECD Development Assistance Committee (DAC), in the Commonwealth, for full-time doctoral study at a UK university.
Commonwealth PhD scholarships website
90SecondAdvisor podcast on PhD applications
List of UK Scholarships
Chevening is the UK government’s international awards programme.
Commonwealth Master's Scholarships
Women in Engineering Bursaries and Grants
British Council scholarships for women in STEM
GREAT Scholarships for justice and law
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