The 2026 SOHCAHTOA Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship is now open to eligible Nigerian students studying in public tertiary institutions across the country.
The scholarship provides ₦250,000 annually, with the award renewable each year until graduation, subject to the recipient maintaining the required academic performance and meeting the foundation’s terms and conditions.
The programme is designed to provide financial assistance to undergraduate students and support them in completing their education.
SOHCAHTOA Foundation Scholarship 2026 at a Glance
– Host country: Nigeria
– Category: Undergraduate Scholarship
– Eligible applicants: Nigerian citizens
– Eligible institutions: Public universities, polytechnics and colleges of education
– Award: ₦250,000 per year
– Renewable: Yes, until graduation, subject to eligibility
– IELTS: Not required
– Deadline: Not specified
About the SOHCAHTOA Foundation Scholarship
The SOHCAHTOA Foundation runs educational support initiatives aimed at helping students access and complete their education.
Its programmes include a Back-to-School initiative, which provides educational materials such as books, writing materials, school bags and shoes to pupils and students in public schools.
The undergraduate scholarship programme focuses on students enrolled in Nigerian public tertiary institutions and is intended to provide financial support throughout their undergraduate studies.
Who Can Apply for the 2026 SOHCAHTOA Foundation Scholarship?
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
1. Be a Nigerian citizen.
2. Be in second year or above at a Nigerian public tertiary institution.
3. Be studying at a public university, polytechnic or college of education.
4. Have at least five O’Level credit passes in one sitting, including English Language and Mathematics.
5. Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 grading scale, or its equivalent under another grading system.
6. Be studying one of the eligible fields listed by the foundation.
7. Not currently benefit from another scholarship, bursary or grant from another organisation.
Eligible Courses and Fields
Students studying courses within the following broad fields can apply:
– Administration
– Engineering
– Humanities
– Law
– Mathematics
– Medicine
– Sciences
– Technology
Applicants should confirm that their specific programme falls within the foundation’s approved fields before completing the application.
What Does the Scholarship Cover?
Successful applicants will receive:
₦250,000 annually
The award is renewable each year until graduation, provided the recipient continues to meet the foundation’s academic and other requirements.
This means the scholarship is not simply a one-off ₦250,000 payment; eligible beneficiaries may continue receiving the annual support during their studies, subject to renewal conditions.
Documents Required
Applicants should prepare clear digital copies of the following documents for upload:
– O’Level result
– School identity card or admission letter
– Most recent semester result
– Passport photograph
Documents should be uploaded in JPEG or PDF format, with each file not exceeding 500KB, according to the application information provided.
How to Apply for the SOHCAHTOA Foundation Scholarship 2026
Interested and qualified students should follow these steps:
Step 1: Access the Application Portal
Click on the application button provided by the SOHCAHTOA Foundation or its authorised application platform.
Step 2: Complete the Application Form
Provide accurate personal, academic and institutional information as requested.
Step 3: Upload Your Documents
Upload the required O’Level result, school ID or admission letter, latest semester result and passport photograph in the specified format and size.
Step 4: Submit the Application
Review your information carefully before submitting the application.
Step 5: Prepare for Possible Screening
Applicants may be required to take an aptitude test as part of the selection process.
Shortlisted candidates may also be asked to provide a letter of consent from a parent or guardian.
Important Information for Applicants
Applicants should ensure that all information supplied during the application is accurate and verifiable.
The scholarship is subject to the SOHCAHTOA Foundation Scholarship Award Terms and Conditions.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The application deadline has not been specified in the information provided, so eligible students are advised not to delay their applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is the SOHCAHTOA Foundation Scholarship?
The scholarship provides ₦250,000 per year to successful beneficiaries.
Is the ₦250,000 scholarship renewable?
Yes. The award is stated to be renewable annually until graduation, provided the student maintains a good academic record and continues to meet the scholarship conditions.
Can students in polytechnics apply?
Yes. Students in Nigerian public polytechnics are eligible, provided they meet the other requirements.
Can college of education students apply?
Yes. Students in Nigerian public colleges of education can apply if they meet the eligibility requirements.
Can first-year students apply?
No. The stated requirement is that applicants must be in their second year or above.
Is IELTS required?
No. IELTS is not required for this scholarship.
Can a student receiving another scholarship apply?
The scholarship information states that applicants must not be beneficiaries of another scholarship, bursary or grant from another organisation.
What is the application deadline?
The deadline is currently listed as not specified.
How to Apply
Eligible Nigerian undergraduates should use the official application channel provided by the SOHCAHTOA Foundation to submit their applications.
Application deadline: Not specified.
Students are encouraged to prepare their documents early and carefully check all eligibility requirements before applying.Editorial note: I have retained the ₦250,000 annual award and eligibility details from the material you supplied, but framed the application deadline as “not specified” rather than implying that the scholarship is open indefinitely.
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