The Providence Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship 2025 is a financial aid initiative designed to support African undergraduate students in English-speaking countries across Africa.
Selected recipients will receive a total of $1,000, disbursed in annual payments of $250 over four years, to ease the burden of tuition and study-related costs.
In this guide, you’ll find details about the scholarship, including eligibility criteria, benefits, required documents, and step-by-step instructions on how to apply.
Scholarship Overview
Host Country: Nigeria
Eligible Region: English-speaking African countries
Study Level: Undergraduate
Target Group: Black or African students
Scholarship Value: $250 per year (Renewable for up to four years; total value $1,000)
Deadline: May 23, 2025
Language Requirement: No IELTS needed
About the Providence Memorial Foundation
This scholarship is offered in memory of Providence Ebubechi Napoleon (née Okoye), honoring her legacy of faith, compassion, and service. The foundation aims to uplift promising African students who demonstrate leadership, resilience, and a commitment to their communities.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
Identify as Black or African.
Be currently enrolled or accepted into an undergraduate program at an accredited institution in an English-speaking African country.
Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential.
Show a strong commitment to community service and making a positive impact.
Exhibit integrity, resilience, and dedication to personal and academic development.
Demonstrate financial need.
Benefits
Up to $250 per year, renewable for four years.
Funds may be used toward tuition, accommodation, or other academic-related expenses.
Continued support is dependent on academic progress and good conduct.
Required Documents
To complete your application, ensure you have:
Completed Application Form
One Letter of Recommendation from a teacher, professor, community, or church leader.
Proof of Enrollment or acceptance into an accredited undergraduate program.
Most Recent Academic Transcript
Personal Essay (500–750 words):
“How do you hope to create a legacy of compassion, faith, and dedication through your education, career, and personal life?”
Resume/CV (Optional)
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should click the link below to access and submit the application form:
[Click Here to Apply]
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