Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement (BEA) Scholarships for Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students for Overseas Study

Federal scholarship board by the Federal Ministry of Education of Nigeria offers the bilateral Educational Agreement scholarship for undergraduate and postgraduate(MSC and PhD) students to study abroad. 

Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement Scholarships

Undergraduate candidates are awarded maintainable studies in Russia, Morocco, Algeria, Serbia, Hungary, Egypt, Tunisia, Turkey, Cuba, Romania, Japan, Macedonia. Postgraduate candidates are awarded maintainable studies in (for those whose first degrees were obtained from Russia), China, Hungary, Serbia, Turkey, Japan, Mexico, and South Korea.

 Eligible Country: Applicants must be from Nigeria only.

Date for Applications: The bilateral Educational Agreement scholarship is awarded annually(yearly)

About the Federal Scholarship: The Minister of Education invites well-meaning and qualified Nigeria to participate in the yearly scholarship program.

Eligible Applicants: The bilateral Educational Agreement scholarship is for both the undergraduate and postgraduate categories.

Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement Criteria for Undergraduate Scholarship

• All applicants for the undergraduate degree category must possess a minimum qualification of Five (5) Distinctions (As & Bs) in the Senior Secondary School Certificate(ssce) WAEC (May/June) only in the relevant subjects of their fields of study including English Language and Mathematics. The Certificates should not be more than two (2) years.
• The age limit is from 18 to 20 years.

Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement Criteria for Postgraduate Scholarship

• All applicants must hold a First Degree with at least 2nd Class Upper Division(2.1)
• The applicants who are previous recipients of Foreign Awards must have completed at least two (2) years post qualification or employment practice in Nigeria.
• All applicants must have completed the mandatory  national youth service ( n.y.s c)
• Age limit is 35 years for Masters and 40 years for Ph.D.
• Evidence of readiness to be released by the employer(if available)
• Applicants for Postgraduate studies should possess a minimum first-degree result of  Second Class Honours Upper Division(2.1). 
• Applicants must be registered full-time students of Federal or State Universities.
• All other applicants (undergraduate, HND, NCE) must be registered full-time students in their second year or above in Federal or State Universities, Polytechnics, Monotechnics, and Colleges of Education. All undergraduate Scholarship applicants (Physically challenged inclusive) must have at least 4.0 Cumulative Grade Points Aggregate (CGPA) on a five (5) point scale or its equivalents or 5.0 on a 7 point scale.

About Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement Scholarship award

the countries participating in the scholarships are responsible for each awarded candidate tuition and accommodation fee, while the Nigeria government takes responsibility  for other necessities which include:

1. Health insurance 
2. Warm clothing 
3. Research grant ( if applicable)

The Nigeria Award (NA) Sustainable development goal(SDG)  Scholarship award is to assist the scholar in the payment of:

• Institutional charges and fees and
• For Personal maintenance.

The sustainable development goal(SDG) scholarships are awarded to girls only.

Criteria Necessary for Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement Scholarship Interview

All suitable applicants go for their interview at the various venues scheduled for their respective Zones of origin for proper identification. Two sets of the Printed and Completed application forms are usually submitted at the various interview centres with the following attachments:

• Two sets of photocopies of Educational Certificates and Testimonials of previous schools attended with the originals for verification.
• Only one O’level certificate is accepted i.e. SSCE of that particular year or most 2 years before, only for undergraduate applicants.
• Two copies of the candidate’s date of birth certificate from the National Population Commission.
• Local government certificate signed, stamped, and dated;
• Four (4) passport-sized coloured white background photographs 
• Academic transcripts and NYSC discharge or Exemption certificates will be required from applicants for the Postgraduate Studies category. 

Duration of Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement Scholarship

The duration of the scholarship offer ranges from 4- 9 years depending on the level of study and the participating country.

 the federal government uses the Bilateral Educational Agreement (BEA) scholarships as a means of supporting the indigenous people of its country for a better academic experience.

FAQs

What is the Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement (BEA) Scholarship?

The Federal Government Bilateral Educational Agreement (BEA) Scholarship is a program initiated by the Nigerian government to provide opportunities for Nigerian students to pursue undergraduate and postgraduate studies abroad through bilateral agreements with other countries.

Which countries participate in the Federal Government BEA Scholarship program?

The Federal Government BEA Scholarship program typically involves bilateral agreements with countries such as Russia, China, Turkey, Cuba, Japan, Ukraine, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, Serbia, Hungary, Macedonia, and others, depending on the current agreements in place.

Who is eligible to apply for the Federal Government BEA Scholarship?

Eligibility criteria vary depending on the specific scholarship scheme and the country offering the scholarship. Generally, applicants must be Nigerian citizens, meet academic requirements set by the host country or institution, and fulfill any other criteria specified by the scholarship provider.

What expenses does the Federal Government BEA Scholarship cover?

The Federal Government BEA Scholarship typically covers tuition fees, accommodation, living expenses, medical insurance, and sometimes travel expenses for the duration of the academic program. However, the specific coverage may vary depending on the terms of the bilateral agreement and the policies of the host country.

How can Nigerian students apply for the Federal Government BEA Scholarship?

Nigerian students interested in the Federal Government BEA Scholarship can obtain application forms and guidelines from the Federal Ministry of Education or the Nigerian Federal Scholarship Board. The application process usually involves completing the application form, submitting required documents, and participating in selection interviews or examinations. It’s important to adhere to the application deadline and provide accurate information to increase the chances of selection.