The North West Development Commission offers fully funded scholarships to eligible Nigerians to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies abroad.

The North West Development Commission has officially announced the opening of the NWDC Scholarship 2025 for eligible Nigerians.
The NWDC 2025 Undergraduate & Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship Programme is a fully funded opportunity for selected candidates to study in top, reputable universities abroad.
The North West Development Commission Scholarship will cover the full fees of tuition, travel, visa, living, and other related expenses.
SCHOLARSHIP AT A GLANCE:
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Scholarship Type | Fully funded scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate studies |
| Eligibility | Indigenes of North-West States in Nigeria |
| Benefits | Full tuition fees, living stipends, accommodation, healthcare, travel, and visa costs |
| Application Deadline | 13 May, 2025 |
Facts About the NWDC Scholarship
- The scholarship is open to indigenes of North-West States in Nigeria.
- Applicants must have a strong academic record, including a CGPA of 3.8 and above.
- The scholarship covers full tuition fees, living stipends, and other related expenses.
- Candidates must not exceed 22 years for undergraduate, 35 years for Master’s, and 40 years for PhD.
- Required documents include academic certificates, birth certificate, and LGA and State Indigene Certificates.
- The application process involves an online application form and screening aptitude test.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for physical screening of credentials.
- The scholarship aims to foster academic excellence and empower exceptional individuals.
- The North West Development Commission is committed to driving development and growth in the North-West region.
- The scholarship provides opportunities for Nigerians to study at reputable foreign universities.
Details For North West Development Commission NWDC Scholarship 2025
The North-West Development Commission (NWDC), established by the NWDC Act, 2024 signed into law by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, is committed to driving development, growth, and infrastructure enhancement in the North-West region.
To further this mission, the Commission is pleased to announce the opening of applications for 2025/2026 NWDC 2025 Undergraduate & Postgraduate Foreign Scholarship Programme.
The NWDC Scholarship 2025 seeks to foster academic excellence and empower exceptional individuals from the North-West region to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies at reputable foreign universities.
Requirements For North West Development Commission NWDC Scholarship 2025
To be considered for the North West Development Commission Scholarship, you must:
- Be an indigene of the North-West States (Jigawa, Kaduna, Kano, Katsina, Kebbi, Sokoto, & Zamfara)
- Have Distinction in 3 O’Level core science subjects and 5 credits in other subjects (in not more than 2 sittings).
- Have a CGPA of 3.8 and above.
- Possess a minimum of 4.0/5.0 CGPA in Master’s Degree.
- Not exceed 22 years for Undergraduate, 35 years for Master’s, and 40 years for PhD at the time of application.
Rewards For North West Development Commission NWDC Scholarship 2025
The North West Development Commission NWDC Scholarship covers;
- full tuition fees
- living stipends
- accommodation
- healthcare
- travel and visa costs
Required Documents For North West Development Commission NWDC Scholarship 2025
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Complete Application Form
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Birth Certificate/Declaration of Age
- Primary Certificate
- Secondary Certificate (WAEC/NECO)
- Bachelor’s Degree Certificate
- Master’s Degree Certificate (for PhD)
- LGA and State Indigene Certificates
- Official Transcript
- NYSC Discharge Certificate/Exemption Letter
- Letter of Motivation
- International Passport
How To Apply For North West Development Commission NWDC Scholarship 2025
To apply for the North West Development Commission NWDC Scholarship, interested and qualified candidates should;
- Click the button below to proceed to the NWDC Scholarship webpage,
- Complete the simple application form by clicking the APPLY button.
- You will be invited to participate in the Online screening aptitude.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited to appear for Physical screening of credentials.
Source: https://nwdc.gov.ng/scholarships