Scholarship
2025 Kano State Government Scholarships (Foreign & Local): Fully Funded
2025 Kano State Government Scholarships (Foreign & Local): Fully Funded
The Kano State Government Scholarship program is officially open for applications from eligible Nigerians.
This prestigious annual initiative offers fully funded Master’s scholarships exclusively for Kano State indigenes, enabling them to pursue higher education at leading universities in Asia and Africa.
Below, you’ll find detailed information about the program, including eligibility criteria, benefits, required documents, and a step-by-step guide to the application process.
Kano State Government Scholarship Overview
Host: Kano State Government
Study Locations: Asia | Africa
Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Master’s Scholarships
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Award Includes: Full Scholarship | Living Stipends | Travel Costs
Application Deadline: Not specified
Eligibility Criteria for the Kano State Government Scholarship
To qualify, applicants must:
Be a recognized indigene of Kano State.
Hold a First-Class Honours Degree or its equivalent from a reputable institution.
Be aged 30 years or younger (for 4-5 year degree holders) or 35 years or younger (for degrees exceeding five years).
Provide a valid medical fitness certificate confirming good health.
Be available for a physical screening interview.
Have completed the NYSC program or hold a valid exemption/exclusion certificate.
Not be currently benefiting from any other scholarship or sponsorship program.
Submit a 500-word personal statement.
Agree to the terms and conditions of the scholarship, if awarded.
Special Considerations:
Applicants with disabilities or those pursuing studies in fields addressing critical state service gaps will receive priority, provided they meet all eligibility criteria.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful candidates will enjoy:
Full tuition coverage.
Monthly living stipends.
Travel expenses.
Accommodation support.
Required Documents for Application
Applicants must submit the following:
1. Indigene certificate
2. Academic transcript
3. Medical certificate
4. Birth certificate
5. Primary school certificate
6. WASC/GCE/SSCE certificate
7. Degree certificate
How to Apply for the 2025 Kano State Government Scholarship
Follow these steps to apply:
1. Visit the program’s official webpage using the link provided below.
2. Complete and submit the online application form.
3. Submit a hard copy of your application and credentials to the Secretariat of the Screening Committee at:
Conference Hall, Kano State Scholarships Board, No. 23 Abdullahi Bayero Way, Kano.
4. Await an invitation for the screening interview if your application is deemed eligible.
2025 Kano State Government Scholarships (Foreign & Local): Fully Funded
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