About the Programme

A National Investment in Talent

The NBS Scholarship identifies and invests in exceptional young people whose talent, character and commitment to service can shape the future of the Kurdistan Region — deliberately selective, prizing quality over quantity, treating every award as a public trust.

Vision

A generation of principled, highly capable leaders — drawn predominantly from the Kurdistan Region and complemented by outstanding international peers — whose education, integrity and service create lasting value for their communities.

Mission

To award merit-based, transparently administered scholarships through a rigorous, evidence-driven process that selects only the most deserving candidates, supports them to succeed, and holds them to the highest standards of accountability.

Objectives

  • 01Select scholars through demanding stages that distinguish the exceptional.
  • 02Guarantee fairness, transparency and political neutrality at every decision point.
  • 03Widen access for talented students facing financial or social barriers.
  • 04Provide holistic academic, financial and personal support to graduation and beyond.
  • 05Measure outcomes rigorously and demonstrate social return on investment.
  • 06Build an engaged alumni network that extends the programme's impact.

Core Values

  • MeritDemonstrated excellence, never connections or influence.
  • IntegrityHonest, verifiable conduct from all.
  • TransparencyPublished criteria; documented, explainable decisions.
  • EquityTalent, not privilege, determines success.
  • NeutralityFree from political, sectarian or commercial influence.
  • AccountabilityThe programme audits itself and accepts scrutiny.
  • ServiceScholars give back to their communities.
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