The 2026 Knight-Hennessy Scholars (KHS) Programme at Stanford University is now open to applications, with interested graduate students across Nigeria encouraged to apply before the October 8, 2025, deadline. The programme offers full funding for graduate studies, leadership development opportunities, and access to a diverse community of global scholars. According to the organisers, the initiative
The Campaign for Science and Engineering (CASE) has raised concerns that the United Kingdom’s visa policy is deterring international researchers and placing pressure on scientific organisations. In a new report featuring 13 case studies, including examples from the Francis Crick Institute and the James Hutton Institute, Case highlighted high visa costs and a “complex, confusing”
Studying abroad does not always require substantial financial resources, with several universities offering quality education at relatively low or no tuition fees. Among the most affordable is the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, which offers free education to international students and is recognised for its strong programmes in law, philosophy, and medicine. In Europe, the
The Gates Cambridge Scholarship is now accepting applications from exceptional international students who want to pursue full-time postgraduate studies at the University of Cambridge. The award, funded by the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, covers full costs and is open to citizens of all countries outside the UK, including Arab nations. Applicants can apply for
The Government of Ireland has opened applications for its 2026 Postgraduate Scholarship Programme. Administered by Research Ireland, the initiative provides financial support for Master’s and PhD students across all disciplines, allowing recipients to design and lead their own research projects. Applications opened on September 11 2025, with a closing deadline of October 23. Supervisors must
Europe remains a leading destination for international students seeking high-quality education at little or no cost. Several fully funded scholarships are available in 2025, offering opportunities for students from Africa, Asia and beyond to pursue postgraduate studies across the continent. The Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarship continues to stand out, enabling students to study in
The Government of the Czech Republic has opened applications for its 2026/2027 scholarship programme for students from selected developing countries. The initiative, part of the country’s foreign development cooperation, will support full-time study at public universities. More than 20,000 foreign nationals have benefited from the scheme since the late 1950s. According to the guidelines, eligible
The Honjo International Scholarship Foundation has announced the opening of applications for its 2026 scholarship programme, which is open to outstanding international students pursuing master’s or doctoral studies in Japan. The fully funded award provides financial support, living expenses, and travel grants to promote global talent, cultural exchange, and long-term collaboration. Applicants from all nationalities
The Trump administration has cancelled more than 6,000 student visas, citing overstays, legal violations, and, in a small number of cases, support for terrorism, a US State Department official said on Monday. The move is part of a broader hard-line approach toward student visas, which has included tighter social media checks and expanded screening of
The United Kingdom is calling for applications for the 2025/2026 Chevening Scholarship programme, offering fully funded one-year master’s degrees at any UK university to aspiring leaders across the globe, including Nigeria. The British High Commission announced that the application window will run from August 5 to October 7, 2025, with successful applicants receiving full financial
