Undergraduate scholarship program (3)

Eligibility Criteria

Application Opens Thursday, May 1, 2025

1. Nationality & Residency

• Must be a Nigerian citizen

• Must currently reside in Nigeria

2. Educational Status

• Must have gained admission into a recognized Nigerian tertiary institution (Federal or State university)

• Must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program

• Open to 100 – 300 level students only

3. Academic Performance

• Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale or its equivalent (2:1 or higher)

• Academic transcript(s) is required for verification

4. Character and Leadership

• Must exhibit strong moral character as confirmed by a recommendation letter from a school official, religious leader, or community head

• Must show commitment to personal and community development (e.g., leadership roles, volunteering, advocacy)

5. Documentation Requirements

Applicants must submit the following:

• Valid means of identification (National ID, International Passport, or Voter’s Card)

• Admission letter or proof of studentship

• Most recent academic transcript or result

• Personal statement

• Three (3) letters of recommendation from separate entities/institutions

Instructions for Applicants

(Kindly be aware that all documents are required)

1. Review Eligibility Requirements

• Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying

• Incomplete or ineligible applications will not be considered

2. Prepare Required Documents

• Provide a valid means of identification (National ID, Voter’s Card, NIN or its equivalent)

• Admission letter or proof of studentship

• All academic transcripts from 100 Level to the most recent

• Clear and concisely written, error-free, coherent, and unassisted by AI (ChatGPT etc) personable personal statement

• Three letters of recommendation from separate entities/institutions. A letter of recommendation tendered from the same entity/institution attracts automatic disqualification. Each recommendation letter must be signed and dated not older than 1 month.

  Suggested referees: lecture/course advisor, religious/community leader, mentor/supervisor

• Recent passport-sized photograph

• All documents must be in PDF or JPEG format and not exceed 2MB per file

3. Complete the Application Form

• Fill out the online form here

• Provide accurate name, email, phone number, and institution details

• Use an active email and phone number for correspondence

4. Write Your Statement

Maximum 500 words, addressing:

• Your educational background and goals

• Why you need this scholarship

• How you plan to give back to your community

• Any leadership roles or extracurricular involvement

5. Submit Before the Deadline

• All applications must be submitted by June 30, 2025

• Late applications will not be accepted

6. Application is Free

• There is no application fee

• Do not pay anyone claiming to represent NBF

7. After Submission

• You will receive a confirmation email upon successful submission

• Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage (e.g., interview or verification)

• The selection committee’s decisions are final

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🎓 Scholarship Application Requirements

To ensure a fair and transparent selection process, the Nifemi Brown Foundation requires the following documents from returning and newly admitted students:

🔁 Current Undergraduates Must Provide:

📄 Required Documents:

• 500-word Personal Essay addressing:

  • Educational journey so far

  • Notable academic/personal accomplishments

  • Challenges overcome

  • Academic, career, and personal goals

  • How the scholarship will impact your journey

• Academic Transcript or Semester Result:

  • Most recent semester result

  • Must reflect current CGPA

  • Minimum CGPA: 3.0 on a 5.0 scale (or equivalent)

• Three (3) Reference Letters:

  • Each from a different reputable individual

  • Must be signed, dated, and preferably on official letterhead

  • Suggested referees: lecturer/course advisor, religious/community leader, mentor/supervisor

• Proof of Studentship:

  • Valid student ID card

  • Evidence of registration for current academic session

• Means of Identification:

  • National ID, Voter’s Card, or School ID (with clear photo)

📝 Additional Guidelines for All Applicants

• Documents must be in PDF or JPEG format

• All scanned documents must be labelled as such: first name-last name-title of document

• Each file should not exceed 2MB

• Partial submissions will not be accepted

✅ Checklist Before You Apply

(Downloadable as a PDF & included in social media flyers)

• I meet the eligibility criteria

• I have written my 500-word essay

• I have scanned all required documents

• I have obtained three reference letters

• My documents are labeled correctly and under 2MB each

To download this as a pdf, click here 👇🏼