Entire duration of the degree program (3 to 7 years depending on faculty)
Deadline
October 30th annua
Level
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
Acceptance
High for eligible registered students
Difficulty
Moderate
β¨ Should I Apply for University of Conakry (UGANC) National Scholarship Program?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
75%
Eligibility Match
50%
Win Probability
6/10
Difficulty
6/10
Reward Score
20β35 hrs
Time Required
High for students meeting the admission criteria
Competition
π Overview
π°
Award Amount
Approximately 100,000 to 200,000 GNF monthly for undergraduates
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Duration
Entire duration of the degree program (3 to 7 years depending on faculty)
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Deadline
October 30th annually
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Fields
All fields including Medicine, Engineering, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences
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Awards/Year
Varies (Thousands of awards for domestic students)
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Study Country
Guinea
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Provider
Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation (MESRSI) of Guinea
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Acceptance
High for eligible registered students
The University of Conakry Scholarship, managed primarily through the Ministry of Higher Education, Scientific Research and Innovation, supports Guinean and international students at the Gamal Abdel Nasser University of Conakry. It is designed to ensure access to higher education by covering tuition and providing monthly financial assistance to help students manage the cost of living in the capital city.
π₯ Who Should Apply
Open to students officially admitted to UGANC. Domestic students must be registered via the GUPOL platform and meet academic merit thresholds.
ποΈ Host University
Gamal Abdel Nasser University of Conakry (UGANC)
π€ Sponsor
Government of the Republic of Guinea
π¬ Fields of Study
All fields including Medicine, Engineering, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences
β¨ Key Benefits
The scholarship covers full tuition fees at the university and provides a recurring monthly stipend to assist with basic living expenses for domestic and eligible international students.
π― Target Students
Domestic Guinean students and International exchange students
π· Tags
GuineaUGANCConakryWest AfricaMonthly StipendPublic University
π Statistics & Competitiveness
Varies (Estimated 10,000+)
Applicants Last Year
Varies (Estimated 7,000+)
Winners
High for eligible registered students
Acceptance Rate
High for students meeting the admission criteria
Competition Level
Win Probability
50%
Match Score
75%
Competition
50%
πΈ Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes
Living Stipend
Yes
Total Award
Approximately 100,000 to 200
βοΈ Travel: No (Except for specific international exchange programs)π Accommodation: No (Limited on-campus housing available via separate application)π Health Insurance: Basic access to university health servicesπ Renewable: Yesπ³ App Fee: Varies (University registration fees apply, but scholarship application is free)
π Tuition Coverage
Yes
π Living Stipend
Yes
π‘ Accommodation
No (Limited on-campus housing available via separate application)
βοΈ Travel Allowance
No (Except for specific international exchange programs)
π Health Insurance
Basic access to university health services
π Other Benefits
Subsidized meals in university refectories and access to research labs
π Renewable
Yes
π Renewal Conditions
Must maintain regular attendance and pass annual examinations to the next level
β Eligibility Requirements
π Eligible Nationalities
Guinean nationals who passed the Baccalaureate; international students through bilateral agreements
π Academic Level
Undergraduate, Masters, PhD
π Minimum GPA
Varies by faculty; typically requires high marks in the Baccalaureate exam
π£οΈ English Requirement
Not required (Instruction is in French; B2 French level recommended)
π Age Limit
Under 25 for Undergraduate; Under 35 for Masters
πΌ Work Experience
Not required
π Leadership
Not required
π° Financial Need
Considered for certain stipend tiers
π― Target Students
Domestic Guinean students and International exchange students
π Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
No
Rec Letters
Only for Postgraduate levels
Interview
No (Except for specific competitive research grants)
Application Fee
Varies (University registration fees apply, but scholarship application is free)
Documents Required
Academic Transcripts
Passport / National ID
Only for Postgraduate levels Recommendation Letters
CV / Resume
Not required (Instruction is in French; B2 French level recommended)
Interview: No (Except for specific competitive research grants)
Min GPA: Varies by faculty; typically requires high marks in the Baccalaureate exam
π Application Process
Ensure all Baccalaureate documentation is authenticated by the Ministry of Education. Use the GUPOL portal for domestic registration.
π‘ Insider Tip: International students should apply via their home country's Ministry of Education under bilateral cooperation agreements with Guinea.
πΊοΈ Application Roadmap
1
Research eligibility and gather requirements
Start Early
2
Collect all required documents
Start Early
3
Request recommendation letters early
4
Write compelling essays and personal statement
β High Risk Stage
5
Submit complete application before deadline
6
Await shortlisting and attend interview if required
β High Risk Stage
π Key Dates & Timeline
π Opens
August 1st annually
β° Deadline
October 30th annually
π€ Interview
No (Except for specific competitive research grants)
π Study Starts
November
August 1st annually
Applications Open
Gather documents and begin essays
October 30th annually
Application Deadline
Submit complete application β no late entries
No (Except for specific competitive research grants)
Shortlisting & Interview
Selected candidates invited for interview
After results
Award Announced
Successful applicants notified
November
Studies Begin
Commence degree at host institution
βοΈ Selection Process
π Selection Criteria
Academic performance in the Guinean Baccalaureate (domestic) or recommendation from home government (international).
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University of Conakry (UGANC) National Scholarship ProgramCurrent
Open to students officially admitted to UGANC. Domestic students must be registered via the GUPOL platform and meet academic merit thresholds.
This scholarship covers: The scholarship covers full tuition fees at the university and provides a recurring monthly stipend to assist with basic living expenses for domestic and eligible international students.. Coverage may vary β check the official website for exact details.
The deadline is October 30th annually. Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: High for students meeting the admission criteria. Acceptance rate: High for eligible registered students. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
Yes
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, Not required (Instruction is in French; B2 French level recommended), Only for Postgraduate levels recommendation letters, CV. Check official website for the complete list.