Scholarships in Nigeria

 In Nigeria, students often encounter a common challenge in their journey towards higher education; the search for financial assistance. This issue becomes particularly pronounced, especially with the concerning rise in tuition fees across various Federal schools in Nigeria. In this context, the availability and accessibility of scholarships in Nigeria play a crucial role in addressing the financial challenges faced by students.

 

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In Nigeria, there are many chances for people who want to learn and do well in school. Scholarships, which are like strong helpers for success in school, are really important in making the dreams of students come true.

 

Whether you're a high school graduate aspiring to enter a prestigious university or a current student seeking for  a scholarship in Nigeria, this guide will illuminate the avenues that can make your academic dreams a reality. Join us as we delve into the world of scholarships in Nigeria, exploring the eligibility criteria, application processes, and the potential impact these opportunities can have on your educational journey.

 

GUINESS SCHOLARSHIP               

This scholarship supports Guinness Nigeria’s commitment to implementing transformative schemes that foster youth development. The scholarship will provide full tuition for students who are currently studying in Public Nigerian Universities.

 

The Guinness Nigeria Undergraduate Scholarship

Who is eligible for the Guiness scholarship?

·         Applications studying any of the following courses:

 

ü  STEM Courses (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics)

ü  Humanities

ü  Administration

ü  Law

ü  Medicine

 

·         Applicant must be 1st or 2nd year students in Public Nigeria Universities.

 

Requirements to apply

• Candidates may be required to write an aptitude test.
• Shortlisted candidates may be required to provide a letter of introduction from the Chairman of their Community Development Associations where applicable.

 

Application procedure:

Eligible candidates, who meet the above selection criteria should submit their details using the “Apply Here” link below.  For more details visit Guinness scholarship scheme webpage.

 

 

MTN SCHOLARSHIP

The MTN flagship program since 2010, open to eligible 300 level students studying Science & Technology-related courses, in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions (Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education). 300 successful students are awarded scholarships worth N200,000.00 annually till graduation, provided they maintain the required grades.

 

Who is eligible for the MTN scholarship?

• Students in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institution (Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education).

 

• 300 level students studying Science & Technology related courses, in Nigerian Public Tertiary Institutions (Universities, Polytechnics, and Colleges of Education). Also to students who have completed their second semester 200 level examinations going to 300 level and students currently in their 300 level as we understand that the academic calendar in not aligned across all public tertiary institutions.

 

• Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics {STEM} Students in Public Universities, and Colleges of Education must have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) score of 3.0/4 or 3.5/5 (second class upper credit)

 

• STEM Students in Public Polytechnics must have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0 (upper credit) from the Ordinary National Diploma (OND) Program and must have secured admission into the Higher National Diploma (HND) Program.

 

 

• Direct Entry level STEM students must have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 (upper credit) from the Ordinary National Diploma (OND) program and must have secured admission into 300 level/3rd year in a Public University.

 

NNPC/CHEVRON JV NATIONAL UNIVERSITY SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS

Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL) in collaboration with its Joint Venture (JV) partner, the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC), is offering a number of University Scholarship Awards to suitably qualified Nigerian students from all States of the Federation.

 

Who is eligible for the NNPC/ CHEVRON JV scholarship?

·         Applicants who are full-time, SECOND YEAR (200 LEVEL) degree students studying any of the under listed courses in Nigerian Universities:

ü  Accountancy

ü  Agricultural Science

ü  Architecture

ü  Business Administration/Economics

ü  Computer Science

ü  Environmental Studies/Surveying

ü  Geology/Geophysics/Geo Informatics

ü  Law

ü  Mass Communication/Journalism

ü  Engineering

ü  Dentistry

ü  Pharmacy

ü  Medicine/Surgery 

 

·         Applicants who have a minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 in a 5.0 grade system or the equivalent in other grade systems. 

• Applicant who have a minimum of six O-level credits in one sitting.  

 

 

SHELL NIGERERIAN STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP

The Shell Nigeria student scholarship which aims at promoting academic excellence and improving the skills of young Nigerians, provides yearly grant to the successful applicants from their second year to the completion of their undergraduate degree program.

 

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR SHELL NIGERIAN STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP?

• A Nigerian citizen.
• Currently in their second year of full-time study in a Nigerian University accredited by the NUC.
• Who have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 in a 5-grade system or the equivalent in other grade systems; and 
• Who is not be a beneficiary of any other scholarship from an entity in the Oil and Gas industry, National or International.

*Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

Benefits of NNPC-SHELLco National University Scholarship

• The Scholarship offers 200,000 Naira Annually to winners of the award.
• The scholarship runs throughout the undergraduate studies  

Required Documents for NNPC/Shell National University Scholarship 2024

Applicants should upload scanned copies of the following as part of the application:

• Recent passport-sized photograph of the applicant in JPEG format, not more than 200kilobytes;
• University or JAMB Admission Letter;
• Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) Result;
• O’ Level Result(s); and ‘A’ Level /OND /NCE Result(s) as applicable;
• Letter of Identification from State of Origin indicating applicant’s local government of origin; 
• Cumulative Grade Point Average after the first year i.e. candidate must have completed and have results of 2 academic semesters at the minimum
• All candidates are required to fill and sign the Government Official declaration form. To download the Government Official declaration form,

 

          SEPLAT UNDERGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP

The scholarship award is open to qualified undergraduate students of Federal and State Universities in Nigeria. The NNPC/SEPLAT Scholarship Scheme is one of our educational Corporate Social Responsibility intervention designed to promote educational development and human capacity building through provision of yearly grants to successful applicants to complete their degree programs.

 

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO APPLY FOR SHELL NIGERIAN STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP?

 

• Applicants who are in their second year of study or above.
• Applicants who have at least 5 O' level credit passes (English & Mathematics inclusive) at one sitting.
• Applicants who have a CGPA of 3.5 and above

·         Applicant studying any of the following courses:

ü  Accountancy ü  Agriculture ü  Architecture ü  Business Administration ü  Chemical Engineering ü  Civil Engineering  ü  Computer Engineering/Science ü  Economics ü  Electrical / Electronic Engineering

ü  Environmental Studies ü  Geology ü  Geophysics ü  Law ü  Mass Communication ü  Mechanical Engineering ü  Medicine/Dentistry ü  Metallurgical Engineering ü  Petroleum Engineering