The MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP) has opened applications for the 2025 intake for interested and qualified professionals from the MENA region.
The MENA Scholarship Programme 2025 is a fully funded opportunity covering tuition, travel, visa, and living expenses for selected candidates to study short courses in the Netherlands.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs (managed by Nuffic)
- Eligible Countries: Algeria | Egypt | Iran | Iraq | Jordan | Lebanon | Libya | Mauritania | Morocco | Oman | Sudan | Tunisia
- Category: Short Courses | Professional Development
- Eligible Applicants: Mid-career Professionals from MENA countries
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Travel and Visa Costs | Living Expenses
- Deadline: May 20, 2025
Scholarship Details
The MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP), funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs and administered by Nuffic, offers fully funded short courses in the Netherlands for professionals aged 20 to 45 from the Middle East and North Africa. The MSP focuses on capacity building, professional development, and fostering international collaboration. Courses last between 2 to 13 weeks and cover topics such as governance, climate, and gender equality.
Participants will benefit from access to leading Dutch educational institutions, dynamic international exposure, and skill development crucial for sustainable growth in the MENA region. The program also strengthens professional networks and promotes cultural exchange between the Netherlands and participating countries.
Eligibility Criteria
To be qualified for the MENA Scholarship Programme 2025, applicants must:
- Be a citizen and resident of one of the eligible MENA countries.
- Be living and working in their country of citizenship at the time of application.
- Provide an employer’s statement that meets the Nuffic format requirements.
- Possess a valid passport (valid for at least 3 months after the application submission).
- Provide a government statement (if applicable based on the applicant’s country).
- Be aged 45 years or younger at the time of grant submission.
- Not have received more than one MSP scholarship for overlapping courses.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the MENA Scholarship Programme 2025 will receive:
- Full coverage of tuition fees.
- Travel expenses including airfare and visa costs.
- Monthly living allowance.
- Access to internationally renowned Dutch educational institutions.
- Opportunities for global networking and cross-cultural collaboration.
- Empowerment to contribute to the development of their home countries.
List of Eligible Countries
- Algeria
- Egypt
- Iran
- Iraq
- Jordan
- Lebanon
- Libya
- Mauritania
- Morocco
- Oman
- Sudan
- Tunisia
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed course application at a Dutch institution.
- Employer’s statement following Nuffic’s format.
- Valid passport.
- Government statement (if required).
How to Apply
To apply for the MENA Scholarship Programme 2025:
- Select an eligible short course offered by a Dutch institution listed under the MSP.
- Apply directly to the Dutch institution for the chosen course.
- Submit your scholarship application through the institution’s process, following the specific instructions provided.
- Prepare and submit all required documents before the deadline.
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