The Cyprus University of Technology (CUT) is pleased to announce the availability of ten (10) scholarships for full-time, on-campus, Greek-taught undergraduate studies in Nursing, commencing in September 2025. This scholarship program is offered in collaboration with the Orthodox Church of Kenya and is exclusively open to citizens of African countries who are permanent residents.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements and provide the necessary documentation:
- An official certificate of citizenship (copies of ID and valid passport) from an African state
- A Leaving Certificate from Secondary Education from an African country
- A certificate demonstrating proficiency in English
- A reference letter from the Orthodox Church of Kenya
Scholarship Benefits
Initial One-Time Benefits:
- Provision of a laptop up to the value of €500
- Application fee for a permit to enter Cyprus (as determined by the state)
- Compulsory medical examinations for entry permit up to €150
Annual Benefits:
- Coverage of tuition fees
- Living allowance of €4,800 (€400 per month)*
- Accommodation in university dormitories
- Airfare to visit home country up to €1,000*
- Application fee for issuance/renewal of a residence permit in Cyprus (as determined by the state)
- Compulsory medical examinations for residence permit up to €150
- Mandatory health certificate issued by a public hospital
- Individual insurance contract up to €180
- Special medical examinations up to €180
- Miscellaneous expenses up to €100
*Note: The living allowance is not provided during the summer months (July and/or August) if the student returns to their home country.
Prior to commencing undergraduate studies in Nursing, successful candidates are required to complete a one-year Greek language course at the Language Center of CUT in Limassol. The scholarship terms also cover the duration of the Greek language course.
The scholarship is valid for a period of five years, which includes the one-year Greek language course and four years of Nursing studies. It may be extended for an additional year, making the maximum duration six years. The scholarship is renewable annually based on academic performance.
Application Process
- To apply, please click here.
- Application Type: Undergraduate African Scholars (Foundation of Greek Language)
- Application Deadline: March 31st, 2025
For further information regarding the undergraduate Nursing program, please click here.
Contact Information
For inquiries, please contact:
- Holy Archdiocese of Nairobi, Tel.: +254-2560750, Email: makarios_africa@yahoo.com
- CUT International Students Office, Tel.: +357-25002216, Email: demetris.elissaiou@cut.ac.cy
