Are you a top-performing Tanzanian student with dreams of pursuing higher education in science, technology, or finance? Here’s your golden opportunity to turn those dreams into reality—the Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere Memorial Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for ten (10) fully funded scholarships for the 2025/2026 academic year.
Established by the Bank of Tanzania on October 12, 2009, the Fund honors the legacy of Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere, the Father of the Nation, by promoting academic excellence in strategic fields crucial to Tanzania’s development. This year, the Fund will support seven undergraduate students and three master’s degree candidates in fields including Science, Mathematics, Economics, IT, Accounting, and Finance.
What the Scholarship Covers
This is a fully funded scholarship that includes:
- Tuition fees
- Meals and accommodation
- Book and stationery allowance
- Field practical training costs
- Special faculty requirements
- A brand-new laptop
Scholarships are awarded purely on academic merit and follow a competitive selection process.
Undergraduate Scholarships (7 Slots)
There are two categories under this section:
Category A: For Female Students in Science and Mathematics
Exclusively for female students, this category aims to uplift women in STEM fields.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a female Tanzanian who completed ACSEE in 2025
- Achieved Division One in Science or Mathematics subjects
- Applied or admitted to a full-time bachelor’s degree programme in Science or Mathematics at an accredited Tanzanian university for the 2025/2026 academic year
Category B: For Male and Female Students in STEM & Finance Fields, Open to both male and female students, this category includes a wider range of disciplines. Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a Tanzanian citizen who completed ACSEE in 2025
- Achieved Division One in Science, Mathematics, Economics, Commerce, or Accounting
- Applied or admitted to a full-time bachelor’s degree at an accredited university in Science, Mathematics, IT, Economics, Accounting, or Finance
Postgraduate Scholarships (3 Slots)
Designed for academically exceptional graduates aiming to pursue master’s degrees in strategic development fields.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Must be a Tanzanian citizen aged 35 or younger
- Achieved a First Class or Upper Second Class (Honours) with a minimum GPA of 4.0
- Completed a relevant bachelor’s degree in the mentioned fields
- Admitted or applied to a full-time master’s programme in Science, Mathematics, IT, Economics, Accounting, or Finance at an accredited Tanzanian university for the 2025/2026 academic year
How to Apply
Deadline: All applications must be submitted by 22nd August 2025 at 17:00hrs.
Steps:
- Download the application form from the Bank of Tanzania website: www.bot.go.tz
- Alternatively, pick up a printed form from:
- BOT Sub-Head Office – 2 Mirambo Street, Dar es Salaam
- BOT Head Office – Dodoma
- BOT Branches – Arusha, Zanzibar, Mwanza, Mbeya, Mtwara
- Complete and scan the form
- Submit via email to:
Note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.
Contact Details
Chairperson
Scholarship Awards Committee
Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere Memorial Scholarship Fund
Bank of Tanzania, 2 Mirambo Street, 11884
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
Tel: +255 22 2233041
Fax: +255 22 22340
Final Word
This scholarship is more than just financial aid—it’s a pathway to building a better future for Tanzania by investing in brilliant minds. If you meet the qualifications, don’t miss this life-changing opportunity to be part of Mwalimu Nyerere’s enduring legacy. For more scholarship updates and news, visit Elimu Times.
