FSB BEA Scholarship for Nigerian Students to Study Abroad 2024/2025 APPLY

 

Last updated: may 08 2024

About the FSB BEA Scholarship

The BEA scholarship stands as a testament to the educational exchange between Nigeria and select countries. This scholarship offers a comprehensive package covering full tuition, travel costs, a monthly allowance, medical insurance, accommodation, feeding, and warm clothing.

For the academic year, the scholarship is available in the following countries:

- For Undergraduates: Russia, Hungary, Morocco.

- For Masters and postgraduates: Russia (specifically for those who completed their bachelor's degree in Russia), Hungary, China, Cuba.

Education has long been considered the cornerstone of progress, opening doors to new horizons and opportunities. In line with this belief, the 2024/2025 Federal Government Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship beckons talented Nigerian students to embark on an educational journey abroad.

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The Federal Scholarship Board’s (FSB) Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Division stands at the helm of facilitating these scholarship Awards between the Federal Government of Nigeria and countries that have signed Bilateral Education Agreements with Nigeria.

This prestigious scholarship caters to both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, embracing diverse fields of study in countries such as China, Hungary, Serbia, Romania, Russia, Morocco, Egypt, and Venezuela. The scholarship encompasses a multitude of disciplines ranging from Engineering, Geology, and Agriculture to Law, Social Sciences, and Medicine, among others.

Scholarship Categories and Eligibility

The FSB BEA scholarship comprises two categories: the undergraduate category for secondary school graduates and the postgraduate category for university graduates. Each category has specific eligibility criteria to ensure the selection of candidates who showcase academic excellence and dedication.

Undergraduate candidates are required to hold a minimum qualification of Seven (7) Distinctions (As & Bs) in the Senior Secondary School Certificates, WASSCE/WAEC (May/June) in relevant subjects, including English Language and Mathematics. Additionally, applicants must fall within the age range of 17 to 20 years.

Postgraduate applicants need to possess a First Degree with a 1st Class or at least 2nd Class Upper Division. For master’s applicants, completion of the N.Y.S.C. Programme is mandatory, with an age limit of 35 years for Masters and 40 years for Ph.D. candidates.

Application Process

The application process for this esteemed scholarship is meticulous, ensuring the selection of the most deserving candidates. Applicants are required to complete an online application form, adhering strictly to the specified requirements and deadlines.

Since the BEA countries use non-English languages as the medium of instruction, candidates should be prepared for a mandatory one-year foreign language course in their chosen country.

Upon nomination by the Board, candidates will need to submit authenticated copies of academic certificates, their international passport's data page, specified medical reports from government hospitals, birth certificates, indigene letters, and where necessary, a police clearance certificate.

Seizing the Opportunity

This scholarship opportunity not only provides financial support but also fosters cultural exchange and academic growth. It empowers Nigerian students to pursue their educational aspirations globally, fostering a generation of well-rounded, globally aware individuals poised to make meaningful contributions to their fields and society at large.

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to seize this opportunity, navigate the application process diligently, and embark on a transformative educational journey through the FSB BEA Scholarship for Nigerian Students to Study Abroad 2024/2025.

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