University of Nicosia Announces CyprusAid Scholarship Opportunities for Students…
- Deadline
- 6 Nov 2026
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Degree
- Bachelor
- Renewable
- No
About this scholarship
The University of Nicosia, in collaboration with ‘CyprusAid’ and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus, has announced a full scholarship scheme for eligible students from selected countries wishing to pursue undergraduate or postgraduate studies in Cyprus.
Application Deadline
- 6 November 2026
Tell Me About The Scholarship
The CyprusAid Scholarship, offered by the University of Nicosia (UNIC) in cooperation with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Cyprus, provides fully‑funded support for students from 10 African countries. It covers 100% tuition fees, accommodation, monthly allowance, visa/residence costs, insurance, and medical exams.
This is one of the most comprehensive scholarship packages available in Europe for African students.
Type
- Fully Funded Scholarship | Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD | African Students | Cyprus
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Hold nationality from one of the eligible countries: Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, Botswana, Mauritius, Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania, Madagascar.
- Meet UNIC’s admission requirements for the chosen programme.
- Satisfy English‑language requirements (programme‑specific).
- Submit all required documents (passport/ID, transcripts, certificates, proof of English proficiency, CV for postgraduate applicants).
Eligible Programmes
- Bachelor’s degrees – all English‑taught, on‑campus programmes (except Medical School).
- Master’s degrees –
- MBA – Master in Business Administration
- MA in International Relations & Eastern Mediterranean Studies
- MA in Digital Media & Communications
- PhD – International Relations
Benefits
- 100% tuition coverage.
- Accommodation provided.
- Monthly sponsorship allowance (amount not publicly specified).
- Visa/residence permit fees covered.
- Insurance and medical exams included.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last
- For the full standard duration of the selected programme (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD).
Required Documents
- Valid passport or national ID.
- Academic certificates and transcripts.
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL or waiver conditions).
- CV (for postgraduate applicants).
- Additional documents required for admission and visa purposes.
How to Apply
- Choose an eligible programme.
- Prepare required documents.
- Submit application via University of Nicosia CyprusAid Online Portal or email [email protected] (subject: “CyprusAid Scholarship Scheme”).
- UNIC assesses applications against admission and scholarship criteria.
- Outcomes communicated electronically.
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must:
- Hold nationality from one of the eligible countries: Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, Botswana, Mauritius, Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania, Madagascar.
- Meet UNIC’s admission requirements for the chosen programme.
- Satisfy English‑language requirements (programme‑specific).
- Submit all required documents (passport/ID, transcripts, certificates, proof of English proficiency, CV for postgraduate applicants).
What's covered
- Choose an eligible programme.
- Prepare required documents.
- Submit application via University of Nicosia CyprusAid Online Portal or email [email protected] (subject: “CyprusAid Scholarship Scheme”).
- UNIC assesses applications against admission and scholarship criteria.
- Outcomes communicated electronically.
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