Bourses nationales de Côte d'Ivoire (DOB / MESRS)

The Ministère de l'Enseignement Supérieur et de la Recherche Scientifique (MESRS) in Côte d'Ivoire offers national scholarships through the Direction de l'Orientation et des Bourses (DOB) for students across public universities and public grandes écoles. These scholarships cover renewal and new attributions for the academic year 2026–2027, targeting students from universities and specialized schools listed in the official communiqués. Additionally, there is a separate opportunity for financial aid (secours financiers) for students studying outside Côte d'Ivoire. Applications are open from October 6, 2026, to November 6, 2026, with specific eligibility tied to enrollment in these institutions.⁠​​‌‌‌‌‌​‌​​‌‌‌‌‌‌‌‌​​​​‌​​‌‌‌‌​​⁠

What it offers

• Renewal and new attribution of study bourses for students in public universities and public grandes écoles in Côte d'Ivoire. The scholarships are part of the 2026–2027 academic year.
• Financial aid (secours financiers) for students studying outside Côte d'Ivoire, aimed at supporting their education financially.

Who can apply

• Students currently enrolled in the following public universities and grandes écoles in Côte d'Ivoire:
  • Universités: Université de Man, Université de San Pédro, Université de Bondoukou, and others (specific schools listed in the communiqués).
  • Grandes écoles: Ecole Normale Supérieure (ENS), Institut National Polytechnique Félix Houphouët Boigny (INP-HB), ESATIC, INJS, INSAAC, ASTRM, and ENSEA.
• Students and their parents for the financial aid opportunity outside Côte d'Ivoire.

What you'll do

• Renewal and new applications for scholarships are processed by the DOB to ensure continued financial support for eligible students.
• Financial aid is allocated to students studying abroad to cover educational expenses.

How to apply

• For renewal/attribution of bourses: Apply through the official DOB/MESRS portal or the specified university/école platforms listed in the communiqués. Steps include submitting required documents (not explicitly detailed in the source).
• For financial aid outside Côte d'Ivoire: Submit an application via the DOB/MESRS website or designated channels, likely including proof of enrollment and financial need (specific steps not detailed).

Good to know

• Deadline: Applications close on November 6, 2026.
• Institutions: Eligibility is restricted to students in public universities and grandes écoles listed in the official communiqués.
• Financial aid: Open to students studying outside Côte d'Ivoire and their families.
• No explicit documentation or application steps are detailed beyond general submission through official channels.

Note: The scholarships are nationally managed by DOB/MESRS and are not limited to a specific field of study but are tied to enrollment in the listed institutions.