Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI) Scholars Program 2026 | Fully Funded Undergraduate Scholarship for Developing Countries
Since its establishment in 2005, the Wells Mountain Initiative has supported over 900 students worldwide, helping them access higher education and contribute to sustainable development in their home countries.
This scholarship is ideal for Nigerian students who have strong academic records, leadership potential, and a demonstrated commitment to community service but lack sufficient financial resources to complete their university education.
Scholarship Summary
Host Organization: Wells Mountain Initiative (WMI)
Study Level: Undergraduate (Bachelor’s degree or Diploma)
Eligible Countries: Developing countries worldwide (Nigeria eligible)
Study Location: Your home country or region
Scholarship Value: Partial scholarship covering tuition and academic expenses
Scholarship Type: Financial support + leadership development
Application Deadline: March 1, 2026
Application Mode: Online
Scholarship Value and Benefits
The Wells Mountain Initiative Scholarship provides financial support to assist students with university expenses. The scholarship is a partial scholarship, meaning it helps cover essential academic costs but may not cover all expenses.
Financial Benefits
Recipients may receive funding for:
Tuition fees
Books and learning materials
Accommodation support
Academic supplies
Other education-related costs
The exact scholarship amount varies depending on individual financial needs, location, and program costs.
Important Note on Study Location
Unlike many international scholarships, WMI Scholars are expected to study in their home country or region rather than studying in countries like the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, or Western Europe.
This ensures scholars contribute to the development of their local communities.
For Nigerian students, this means you can study at Nigerian universities while receiving scholarship support.
Eligible Countries
The scholarship is open to students from developing countries worldwide, including:
Nigeria
Ghana
Kenya
Uganda
India
Bangladesh
Philippines
Nepal
Other developing nations
Nigerian students are fully eligible to apply.
Eligible Fields of Study
The scholarship supports students in various academic disciplines, including:
Engineering
Medicine and Health Sciences
Education
Agriculture
Social Sciences
Business Administration
Environmental Sciences
Information Technology
Economics
Public Administration
Priority is often given to fields that contribute to community and national development.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Wells Mountain Initiative Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Age Requirement
Applicants must be 35 years old or younger as of August 1, 2026.
Academic Requirements
Applicants must:
Have completed secondary school or be in their final year
Have excellent or above-average academic performance
Be applying to or already enrolled in their first undergraduate degree
Financial Need
Applicants must demonstrate financial need and inability to fully fund their university education.
The scholarship prioritizes students from low-income backgrounds.
Community Service Requirement
Applicants must:
Have previous volunteer experience
Commit to completing at least 100 hours of community service annually during their studies
This reflects the programme’s focus on leadership and social impact.
Commitment to Home Country
Applicants must:
Plan to live and work in their home country after graduation
Be committed to contributing to community development
