The United Kingdom has officially opened applications for its prestigious Chevening Scholarships for the 2025/2026 academic year, inviting prospective scholars from around the world, including Nigeria, to apply between August 5 and October 7, 2025.
The Chevening programme offers fully funded one-year master’s degree opportunities at top UK universities for individuals with exceptional leadership potential and a proven commitment to creating positive change in their home countries and globally.
According to a statement from the British High Commission in Abuja, the scholarships are awarded through a rigorous and highly competitive process. Emma Hennessey, Head of the Scholarships Unit at the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO), emphasized the importance of leadership, influence, and networking skills in selecting successful applicants.
“Chevening’s highly competitive selection process ensures that those chosen to become Chevening Scholars or Fellows represent the brightest and most driven individuals from around the world,” she said.
“Chevening Alumni use their world-class education, global networks, and confidence gained in the UK to create meaningful, lasting change when they return home.”
Encouraging potential candidates, Hennessey added, “If you can clearly demonstrate the skills needed to join them, outstanding leadership, influence, and networking skills, I strongly encourage you to apply.”
In the same statement, British High Commissioner to Nigeria, Richard Montgomery, urged Nigerians to seize the opportunity and apply for the life-changing experience. “Chevening is more than a scholarship, it is a gateway to a global network of leaders, innovators, and changemakers,” he said. “Whether your aspirations lie in shaping public policy, launching a business, or addressing the world’s most pressing challenges, the Chevening Scholarship offers a unique opportunity to pursue a fully funded master’s degree in the United Kingdom to advance your knowledge and skills.”
Montgomery noted that Nigeria’s Chevening alumni include dynamic professionals who have made significant contributions across various sectors. “If you have the potential to lead positive change in your community, Nigeria, or globally, I encourage you to submit your application before the 7 October 2025 deadline,” he added.
Applications must be submitted online at chevening.org/apply, and interested applicants are strongly encouraged to read through the detailed guidance provided at chevening.org/guidance to prepare a strong and competitive submission.
Since its inception in 1983, the Chevening programme has supported over 60,000 future leaders from more than 160 countries and territories. It is funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) and various partner organisations.
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