The Federal Ministry of Education has officially announced the opening of applications for the 2025 Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarships. This prestigious scholarship is targeted at both undergraduate and postgraduate students studying at Nigerian public tertiary institutions. It is a golden opportunity for academically brilliant students who are in need of financial support to complete their education.
About the Scholarship
The Bilateral Education Agreement (BEA) Scholarship is an annual initiative by the Federal Scholarship Board (FSB) under the Federal Ministry of Education. Its aim is to support outstanding Nigerian students at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels by covering a significant portion of their educational expenses. The scholarship is fully funded, making it highly competitive and attractive for students across the country.
Scholarship Value
Successful candidates will receive the following annual financial benefits:
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Undergraduate Scholars: ₦250,000
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Postgraduate Scholars: ₦300,000
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HND Scholars: ₦150,000
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NCE Scholars: ₦150,000
This financial support is designed to ease the burden of tuition fees, academic materials, and living expenses.
Who Can Apply?
The FSB/BEA Scholarship is open to:
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Undergraduate students (including Persons with Disabilities) who have completed at least their first year of study.
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Postgraduate students pursuing Master’s or Ph.D. programs.
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HND and NCE students in public tertiary institutions.
Key Eligibility Requirements
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Postgraduate Applicants: Must possess a first degree with at least a Second Class Upper Division and be full-time students at a Federal or State University.
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Undergraduate and HND Applicants: Must be full-time students in their second year or above, maintaining a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5.0 scale, or 5.0 on a 7.0 scale.
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HND Applicants Only: Must have a CGPA of 3.5 and above on a 4.0 scale.
It’s important to note that candidates cannot combine this scholarship with any other scholarship or grant during the same academic period.
Important Conditions
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The award is only valid within Nigerian public tertiary institutions.
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The scholarship commences from the beginning of the academic session.
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Beneficiaries are not allowed to change their course or institution while enjoying the award.
Application Documents
Applicants must prepare and upload the following documents during the application process:
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Admission Letter from the institution.
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Latest CGPA Result.
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Certificate of State of Origin.
Incomplete applications or missing documents will result in automatic disqualification.
How to Apply
The application process is straightforward:
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Visit the Federal Ministry of Education website and click on the Federal Scholarship Board (FSB) link on the homepage.
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Carefully read the application guidelines.
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Complete the online application form with accurate information.
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Print out the filled form for reference.
For additional details and application portal, visit the FSB scholarship webpage.
Application Deadline
The deadline for the 2025 FSB/BEA scholarship application is May 29, 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply well before the closing date to avoid last-minute technical issues.
Final Thoughts
The Federal Government’s BEA Scholarship is an incredible opportunity for Nigerian students to pursue their academic dreams without the stress of financial limitations. Whether you’re an undergraduate aiming for your degree, or a postgraduate student striving for higher qualifications, this scholarship can help turn your academic goals into reality.
Don’t miss this opportunity — start your application today!