Education in Niger, like in other countries in the Sahel region of Africa, faces challenges due to poverty and poor access to schools. Although education is compulsory for children between the ages of seven and fifteen, and primary and secondary school is a pathway to higher education, Niger's literacy rate is one of the lowest in the world.

    Higher education in Niger is divided into 2 types:

• Higher educational institutions: bachelor's degree (3 years), master's degree (2 years), doctoral studies (3 years).
• Technical institutes: DUT (University Technical Diploma) (2 years).

    In order to study in Niger, you will need a student visa. A Niger student visa enables foreigners to immigrate to Niger temporarily to study in the country. In addition, a student visa allows international students to live and work in Niger for as long as they need to complete their courses.

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    Eligibility for a student visa in Niger

    Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• An acceptance letter confirming that the applicant has been offered full-time study at an educational institution in Niger must be provided.
• Applicants must demonstrate proof of having sufficient funds to live in the country.
• Proof that tuition has been paid in full is required.
• It is necessary to take out medical insurance.
• Evidence of the candidate's intention to return to their country after graduation.

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    To obtain a student visa to study in Niger, the following documents are required:

• Valid passport.
• Three correctly completed and signed application forms.
• Three recent passport-size photographs.
• International certificates of vaccination against yellow fever (mandatory) and cholera, if the applicant comes from areas where the disease has been registered.
• Two copies of the travel itinerary or round-trip ticket, or two copies of a letter from the travel agent confirming the round-trip ticket purchase.
• Two copies of a bank statement that the traveler has at least $500 in their account / or other proof of self-sufficiency.
• Confirmation of admission to the University of Niger.
• Personal contact details, as well as contact details of the closest relatives.

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    Can a student combine study and work in Niger?

    Yes, students can combine study and work in Niger. It will be useful for students to get a part-time job. This will provide an opportunity for additional earnings, as well as gain useful experience and knowledge.

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    Is it possible to get a scholarship to study in Niger?

    Yes, there is an opportunity to get a scholarship to study in Niger. The following scholarships are available: West African Research Association (WARA) Scholarship, Leadership Essay Competition, Fulbright-mtvU Fellowship, and KDS Scholarship.

    The West African Research Association (WARA) scholarship is aimed at students who wish to study in West African countries, including Niger. In addition, the scholarship offers financial assistance to students who want to complete masters and doctoral studies at any university in Niger.

    The Leadership Essay Competition is an essay competition scholarship offering a partial scholarship to students who wish to study an African profession at any university in Niger.

    The Fulbright-mtvU Fellowship funds a variety of research that focuses on how contemporary music works or functions as a medium of cultural exchange.

    The KDS Scholarship is awarded to students who demonstrate excellent learning outcomes.