Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (Fully Funded)

The Government of Canada, through Global Affairs Canada, is offering fully funded scholarships under the Canadian International Development Scholarships 2030 (BCDI 2030) program. These scholarships are open to students from 26 eligible low- and middle-income countries, enabling them to pursue vocational, technical, undergraduate, graduate, or diploma-level education at Canadian universities and institutions.

About the BCDI 2030 Program

Launched in 2022, the BCDI 2030 is an eight-year initiative that aims to support up to 600 international students by 2030. The program is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly those focused on reducing global inequality and promoting inclusive, quality education. A key focus is ensuring that at least 51% of selected scholars are women, advancing gender equality in global education.

Key Features

·        Completely funded academic programs including tuition, travel, and living expenses

·        Available for a range of disciplines and degree levels: vocational, diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate

·        Open to students from 26 partner countries in Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean

·        Prioritizes critical development sectors such as health, agriculture, climate, and education

·        Designed to support underrepresented groups and build leadership capacity

Subjects Covered

The scholarship covers all academic disciplines, allowing students to choose from a wide range of study options offered by participating Canadian institutions.

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Financial Benefits

Selected scholars will receive a comprehensive financial package, including:

·        Full tuition coverage

·        Round-trip airfare

·        Monthly living allowance

·        Health insurance

·        Educational materials and funding for personal development

This support enables students to fully focus on their academic and leadership goals during their time in Canada.

Eligible Countries

Students from the following 26 countries are eligible:
Benin, Burkina Faso, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Congo, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Gabon, Ghana, Guinea-Bissau, Haiti, Ivory Coast, Kenya, Madagascar, Mali, Mauritania, Morocco, Niger, Rwanda, São Tomé and Príncipe, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Togo, and Tunisia.

Who Can Apply?

To qualify, applicants must:

·        Be a citizen of one of the eligible countries

·        Be nominated through a partner institution involved in a project-based agreement

·        Meet the academic and admission criteria of the Canadian institution

·        Show a commitment to contribute to their home country’s development upon program completion

How to Apply

Direct applications to the BCDI 2030 program are not accepted. Instead, follow these steps:

1.     Canadian institutions form partnerships with universities or colleges in eligible countries

2.     These institutions issue calls for applications

3.     Interested students apply through their local institution or the international partner

4.     Project teams select candidates based on merit and alignment with program goals

Application Deadlines

Deadlines vary depending on the specific project, but all applications must be completed before the program concludes in 2030.

For more information, students are encouraged to consult their local institutions involved in the BCDI 2030 projects or visit the official Canadian development program pages.

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For more information, contact the scholarship administrator by email at info@bcdi2030.ca