The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Tunisia has announced the launch of a scholarship program for the 2027-2028 academic year, aimed at supporting outstanding students in various fields. The program targets students who excel in their studies and wish to pursue master's or doctoral degrees at prestigious foreign universities. This initiative aims to promote academic excellence and encourage Tunisian students to join top international universities.
The Ministry has set specific deadlines for the application process. University institutions are required to submit lists of top students to the university administration by November 17, 2026. The deadline for submitting paper application files is December 21, 2026, after completing electronic registration procedures. University administrations will then review and forward the applications to the General Directorate for Student Affairs by January 8, 2027.
The selection process will be carried out in several stages. The General Directorate for Student Affairs will study the applications before January 29, 2027, and conduct the final selection on February 3, 2027. Successful applicants will be informed on February 5, 2027. The scholarship program is open to students holding an engineering degree, third-year undergraduate students, and fourth-year "bachelor" students, based on specific criteria for calculating averages and differential ranking.
The scholarship program is designed to support students in various fields, with a focus on areas that align with Tunisia's national priorities. The Ministry aims to promote academic excellence and encourage students to pursue higher education abroad. Interested students can consult the program's guidelines and eligibility criteria on the Ministry's website.
For students interested in studying at Canadian universities, they are required to submit initial registration requests for the fall 2027 or winter 2028 semester. They should also contact the Tunisian University Mission in North America in Montreal to learn about the universities and approved admission requirements.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has encouraged students to apply for this scholarship program, which offers a great opportunity for them to pursue their academic goals abroad. The program is part of the Ministry's efforts to support students and promote academic excellence in Tunisia.
The scholarship program for the 2027-2028 academic year is now open for applications, and students are advised to review the eligibility criteria and application deadlines. The Ministry will provide further information and guidance to interested students through its website and university channels.
Key points
- The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Tunisia has opened applications for scholarships to pursue master's and doctoral studies abroad for the 2027-2028 academic year.
- The scholarship program targets outstanding students in various fields, with a focus on areas that align with Tunisia's national priorities.
- The application deadline for paper application files is December 21, 2026.
