Scholarship
Government Study Loan
The primary government-managed financial aid program for Rwandan students pursuing higher education. It is structured as a loan subject to recovery terms after graduation.
About this scholarship
Government Study Loan is offered by Higher Education Council (HEC) / Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD) for study in Rwanda at bachelor level. The award is valued at Varies based on government policy and course of study, provided as tuition and living support. Funding is renewable, so it can continue across more than one year of study subject to the provider's conditions.
What the funding covers
This scholarship is classified as tuition and living funding. Applicants selected receive Varies based on government policy and course of study. Selection is merit-based, so academic and personal achievement carry the most weight.
Who can apply
The award is open to candidates applying at bachelor level. Nationality requirements apply: Rwandan.
Eligibility
Rwandan students based on national exam results and admission to recognized higher education institutions.
How to apply
Applications close on 2026-09-02. Requirements are set by the provider and can change between intakes, so verify each item on the official page before submitting.
Eligible study levels
bachelor
Nationality requirements
Rwandan
Funding basis
Merit-based
Key details
- Provider
- Higher Education Council (HEC) / Development Bank of Rwanda (BRD)
- Country
- Rwanda
- Award
- Varies based on government policy and course of study
- Funding type
- tuition and living
- Selection basis
- Merit-based
- Study levels
- bachelor
- Nationality
- Rwandan
- Deadline
- 2026-09-02
- Renewable
- Yes
- Verified by Eternity
- Not yet verified
- Last verified
- 2026-08-31
Confirm current eligibility, deadlines, and application instructions with the provider before applying.
View official scholarship sourceLast verified 2026-08-31