University of Nicosia Announces CyprusAid Scholarship Opportunities for Students from African Countries

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.

🌐 Visit the application webpage for details

Hold nationality from one of the eligible countries: Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, Botswana, Mauritius, Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania, Madagascar.