The MENA Scholarship Programme (MSP) 2025 offers mid-career professionals from the Middle East and North Africa a transformative opportunity to advance their expertise through fully funded training in the Netherlands. Hosted by prestigious Dutch institutions, the program combines world-class education, cross-cultural exchange, and hands-on learning in fields critical to the MENA region’s sustainable development.

Funded by the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs, MSP 2025 fosters international collaboration, professional networking, and leadership development. Participants gain cutting-edge knowledge in water management, agriculture, gender equality, governance, and climate resilience—aligning with the Netherlands’ commitment to capacity building and innovation.

Upon completion, scholars return home empowered to drive change, implement best practices, and contribute to their countries’ socio-economic progress. By bridging knowledge gaps and strengthening ties between the Netherlands and the MENA region, MSP 2025 serves as a catalyst for long-term impact.

Benefits of MENA Scholarship Programme 2025:

• Full funding covers tuition, travel, visa, and living expenses.
• Access to top Dutch institutions for international exposure.
• Specialized short courses to enhance professional skills.
• Global networking and cross-cultural collaboration.
• Empowerment to drive development in home countries.

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Eligibility Criteria for the MENA Scholarship Programme 2025:

• Must be a citizen and resident of a participating MENA country listed in the MSP country list.
• Must be living and working in the country of citizenship at the time of application.
• Employer’s statement must follow the Nuffic format provided.
• Must have an official passport valid for at least 3 months after submission.
• A government statement is required, if applicable, based on the employer’s country.
• Must be 45 years or younger at the time of grant submission.
• Cannot have received more than one MSP scholarship for courses occurring simultaneously.

Deadline:

The application deadline to apply in the Netherlands is 20 May 2025.

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