University of Nicosia CyprusAid Fully-funded Scholarship 2027 for African Students Open
If you are from one of 10 eligible African countries and want to begin a Bachelor’s, Master’s or selected PhD degree in Europe in Spring 2027, the new CyprusAid Scholarship at the University of Nicosia deserves immediate attention.
This is not simply another 20% or 50% tuition discount dressed up as a scholarship. The University of Nicosia, working with CyprusAid and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cyprus, says the scheme covers 100% tuition fees plus accommodation, a monthly sponsorship allowance and several other study-related costs.
CyprusAid Scholarship 2027 — Applicant Answer Box
| Applicant Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Host University | University of Nicosia, Cyprus |
| Study Level | Bachelor’s, Master’s and selected PhD |
| Eligible Countries | Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, Botswana, Mauritius, Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania and Madagascar |
| Tuition | 100% covered |
| Accommodation | Covered |
| Monthly Allowance | Included; exact amount not stated publicly |
| Visa/Residence Costs | Covered under the scheme |
| Insurance & Medical Exams | Covered |
| Deadline | November 6, 2026 |
| Intake | Spring 2027 |
First Check: Is Your Country Eligible?
This is where many readers can save themselves an unnecessary application.
The scholarship is currently restricted to nationals of Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Zambia, Botswana, Mauritius, Ghana, Senegal, Tanzania and Madagascar. Applicants must provide a valid passport or official identification confirming nationality.
So, although DAADScholarship.com readers worldwide can review the opportunity, applicants holding only Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi or other non-listed nationalities are not currently eligible under this call.
What Can You Study?
Bachelor’s applicants have the widest choice. The scholarship can cover eligible English-taught, on-campus undergraduate programmes at the University of Nicosia, except programmes offered through the Medical School.
Postgraduate applicants have a narrower menu.
Eligible Master’s degrees currently include:
- MBA – Master in Business Administration
- MA in International Relations and Eastern Mediterranean Studies
- MA in Digital Media and Communications
At doctoral level, the listed eligible programme is the PhD in International Relations.
That distinction matters: being admitted to some other UNIC Master’s or PhD programme does not automatically make it eligible for CyprusAid funding.
How Fully Funded Nicosia’s CyprusAid Is?
Quite substantially. The University states that the scholarship covers 100% of tuition fees, as well as accommodation, a monthly sponsorship allowance, medical examinations, visa or residence-permit fees, insurance and other personal or administrative expenses connected with the scheme.
The university has not publicly specified the exact monthly allowance on the scholarship announcement, so applicants should avoid relying on unofficial stipend figures circulating online.
Do You Need IELTS?
You must satisfy the English-language requirement of your chosen University of Nicosia programme, but the scholarship announcement does not impose one universal IELTS score for every applicant.
Check the admission conditions of your chosen degree carefully because acceptable tests, scores or possible exemptions can vary by programme.
How to Apply — Keep It Simple
There is an unusually straightforward first step.
1. Choose an eligible degree and confirm that you meet its academic and English requirements.
2. Prepare your documents, including passport/ID, academic certificates and transcripts, proof of English proficiency where required and a CV for applicable postgraduate programmes.
3. Submit Nicosia CyprusAid Application Online.
4. Follow the International Admissions Office’s instructions for completing your admission and scholarship evaluation documents.
UNIC will assess applicants against both university admission requirements and CyprusAid scholarship conditions, with final outcomes communicated electronically.
November 6 Is the Date to Watch
The last date to submit applications for the University of Nicosia CyprusAid Scholarship for Spring 2027 is November 6, 2026.
With full tuition, accommodation and living support potentially bundled into one award, eligible applicants have good reason not to leave this one sitting in a browser tab until the final week.
If you are unsure whether your nationality, qualification, chosen degree or English-language profile qualifies, post your question in the comments below this article. Mention your country and intended programme—we can help untangle the eligibility rules before you apply.
Please is Nigeria under the eligible list? Do I need IELTS?
Hi Solomon, thanks for your questions. Based on the call details, applicants holding only Pakistani, Indian, Bangladeshi or other non-listed nationalities are not currently eligible, but Nigeria is not explicitly stated either way—so you’ll need to verify Nigeria’s status with the official scholarship announcement/university contact for this specific 2027 call.
On IELTS: the scholarship does not impose one universal IELTS score for every applicant. You must meet the English-language requirement of your specific University of Nicosia programme (it may differ by programme), so check the programme’s stated English requirements.