The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Tunisia has announced the launch of its scholarship program for master's and doctoral studies abroad for the 2027-2028 academic year. The program aims to support the most talented students in fields that align with national priorities, promoting academic excellence and encouraging recipients to attend foreign universities.
According to a ministry statement released on October 28, 2026, universities are required to submit lists of outstanding students to university presidencies by November 17, 2026. The deadline for submitting paper application dossiers is December 21, 2026, following online registration. University presidencies will then rank and forward the dossiers to the General Directorate of Student Affairs by January 8, 2027.
The selection process will involve a thorough review of applications, with the goal of completing evaluations by January 29, 2027, and conducting a final selection on February 3, 2027. Successful candidates will be informed on February 5, 2027. The scholarship program is open to students holding an engineering degree, those in their third year of a bachelor's program, and those in their fourth year of a bachelor's program.
Eligibility criteria for the scholarships are based on academic performance and classification, as defined by the circular governing these scholarships. Interested students must carefully review the requirements and procedures to ensure their applications are complete and competitive.
For students interested in attending Canadian universities, they must submit a pre-registration request for the fall 2027 or winter 2028 session and contact the Tunisian University Mission in North America in Montreal to inquire about universities and admission requirements. This will help them understand the specific conditions and opportunities available.
The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research has emphasized that this scholarship program is part of its efforts to support talented students and promote academic excellence. By providing opportunities for advanced studies abroad, the ministry aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary to contribute to Tunisia's development.
The scholarship program is expected to attract a large number of applicants, and the ministry has established a clear timeline to ensure a smooth and transparent selection process. With this initiative, Tunisia is investing in its future by supporting the academic and professional development of its most promising students.
Key points
- The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in Tunisia has set a deadline of December 21, 2026, for submitting paper application dossiers for its scholarship program.
- The scholarship program is open to students holding an engineering degree, those in their third year of a bachelor's program, and those in their fourth year of a bachelor's program.
- Successful candidates will be informed on February 5, 2027, and the program aims to support the most talented students in fields that align with national priorities.
