Introduction
The North-West Development Commission (NWDC) is now accepting applications for its 2025/2026 Foreign Scholarship Programme. This initiative offers eligible students from Nigeria’s North-West states the opportunity to study abroad for free. If you meet the academic and age requirements, this could be your chance to pursue an international education.
In this guide, we’ll cover:
- Eligibility criteria (state of origin & age limits)
- Academic requirements for undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD applicants
- Approved courses for the scholarship
- Required documents for a successful application
- How to apply online before the deadline
- Important contacts for inquiries
Eligibility Criteria for NWDC Scholarship 2025
To qualify for the NWDC Foreign Scholarship 2025/2026, you must:
1. Be from a North-West State
Applicants must be indigenes of one of the following states:
- Jigawa
- Kaduna
- Kano
- Katsina
- Kebbi
- Sokoto
- Zamfara
Proof of Indigeneity: You must provide an LGA certificate and a state indigene certificate.
2. Meet the Age Limit
- Undergraduate applicants: Must be 22 years or younger
- Master’s applicants: Must be 35 years or younger
- PhD applicants: Must be 40 years or younger
Academic Requirements for NWDC Scholarship
The scholarship is open to undergraduate, Master’s, and PhD students with the following qualifications:
1. Undergraduate Applicants
- Five O’Level credits, including three distinctions in science subjects (maximum of two sittings).
2. Master’s Applicants
- Minimum CGPA of 3.8 in your Bachelor’s degree.
3. PhD Applicants
- Minimum CGPA of 4.0/5.0 in your Master’s degree.
Approved Courses for NWDC Scholarship
The scholarship supports studies in the following fields:
- Engineering
- Medical Sciences
- Agriculture
- ICT
- Education
Note: Applications for courses outside these fields will not be considered.
Required Documents for NWDC Scholarship Application
Ensure you have the following documents ready before applying:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Primary School Certificate
- Secondary School Certificate (WAEC/NECO)
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate (if applicable)
- Master’s Degree Certificate (for PhD applicants)
- NYSC Discharge/Exemption Letter
- International Passport
- Official Transcript
- Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age
- LGA & State Indigene Certificates
- Letter of Motivation
How to Apply for NWDC Scholarship 2025
All applications must be submitted online via the official NWDC scholarship portal:
👉 Apply on the NWDC Scholarship Portal
Important Notes:
- Application is FREE – Do not pay anyone for forms.
- Deadline: May 18, 2025 (Late submissions will not be accepted).
Need Help? Contact NWDC
For inquiries or assistance, email:
📧 scholarships@nwdc.gov.ng
Good luck with your application! 🚀
