✨ Should I Apply for Angola Government Higher Education Scholarship (INAGBE)?
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Moderate (High volume of applicants)
Competition
🌍 Overview
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Award Amount
Varies by country of study and level of education
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Duration
Duration of the degree program (3 to 6 years)
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Deadline
Typically June to August (Varies by academic cycle)
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Fields
All fields, with priority in STEM, Medicine, Education, and Engineering
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Awards/Year
Approximately 5,000 to 10,000 annually
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Provider
Instituto Nacional de Gestão de Bolsas de Estudo (INAGBE)
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Acceptance
Varies (Competitive for international spots)
The Angola Government Higher Education Scholarship, managed by INAGBE, is designed to support Angolan citizens in pursuing higher education both locally and abroad. The program aims to train a highly skilled workforce to support the country's socio-economic development across various strategic sectors.
👥 Who Should Apply
Must be an Angolan citizen. Age limits: Under 25 for Undergraduate, under 35 for Master's, and under 45 for PhD. High academic merit is required.
🏛️ Host University
Various Universities in Angola and Partner Countries (Portugal, Brazil, Cuba, Russia, China, etc.)
🤝 Sponsor
Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Technology and Innovation (MESCTI)
🔬 Fields of Study
All fields, with priority in STEM, Medicine, Education, and Engineering
✨ Key Benefits
Comprehensive coverage including tuition fees, monthly living stipends, housing, health insurance, and round-trip airfare for international programs.
🎯 Target Students
Angolan nationals seeking domestic or international higher education
🏷 Tags
Angola
Fully Funded
International Scholarship
Undergraduate
Graduate
INAGBE
💸 Funding Breakdown
Living Stipend
Yes (Monthly allowance provided)
Total Award
Varies by country of study a
✈️ Travel: Yes (International flights included for external scholarships)
🏠 Accommodation: Yes (Usually in university dormitories or monthly housing allowance)
💊 Health Insurance: Yes
🔄 Renewable: Yes
💳 App Fee: Free
🏠 Living Stipend
Yes (Monthly allowance provided)
🏡 Accommodation
Yes (Usually in university dormitories or monthly housing allowance)
✈️ Travel Allowance
Yes (International flights included for external scholarships)
🎁 Other Benefits
Book allowance, thesis support, and visa processing assistance for international students
📋 Renewal Conditions
Maintenance of a minimum academic average and passing all subjects annually.
✅ Eligibility Requirements
🌍 Eligible Nationalities
Angolan citizenship, specific age limits per level, and minimum academic performance.
🎓 Academic Level
Undergraduate, Master's, PhD
📊 Minimum GPA
14/20 (Angolan Scale) or equivalent
🗣️ English Requirement
Varies by host country (Required for English-speaking countries)
🎂 Age Limit
25 (UG), 35 (Masters), 45 (PhD)
💼 Work Experience
Required for some PhD and specialized professional programs
🏆 Leadership
Not mandatory, but considered an asset in the selection process
💰 Financial Need
Yes, priority is often given to students from low-income families
🎯 Target Students
Angolan nationals seeking domestic or international higher education
📝 Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Motivation letter or Statement of Purpose)
Rec Letters
Yes (Two letters for postgraduate levels)
Interview
Sometimes (Depending on the specific bilateral program or field)
Documents Required
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport / National ID
- Yes (Two letters for postgraduate levels) Recommendation Letters
- CV / Resume
- Personal Statement / Essays
- Varies by host country (Required for English-speaking countries)
- Interview: Sometimes (Depending on the specific bilateral program or field)
- Min GPA: 14/20 (Angolan Scale) or equivalent
📋 Application Process
Ensure all academic transcripts are notarized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Focus the motivation letter on how your studies will contribute to Angola's National Development Plan.
💡 Insider Tip: Register early on the INAGBE portal as the website often experiences high traffic and technical issues close to the deadline.