AfroTech Girls has opened applications for its 2026 Project-100-for-100 Undergraduate Scholarship, offering ₦100,000 each to 100 young Nigerian women studying STEM-related courses.
The scholarship is designed to support female undergraduates who have an interest in technology and may be facing financial difficulties in completing their tertiary education.
The 2026 AfroTech Girls Undergraduate Scholarship is open to eligible female students enrolled in public or state universities and polytechnics across Nigeria.
Successful applicants will receive ₦100,000 each as financial support towards their education.
To qualify, applicants must be female students currently studying in a public or state university or polytechnic in Nigeria. They must also be enrolled in a STEM-related course and currently reside in Nigeria.
Applicants are required to have a minimum academic performance equivalent to a 2:2 or above.
The scholarship is expected to support 100 young women pursuing studies in science, technology, engineering and mathematics-related fields across Nigeria.
Applicants must provide evidence of admission to their tertiary institution, proof of identification and evidence of their current grade or academic standing.
They are also required to submit a written application of between 300 and 450 words explaining their personal background, why they need the scholarship and why they believe they should be selected.
Membership of the AfroTech Girls community is listed as an added advantage, although the published eligibility requirements do not state it as a mandatory condition.
The application deadline is September 24, 2026. Interested candidates are expected to complete the application process and upload the required documents before the deadline.
The scholarship is particularly aimed at helping young women in STEM overcome financial barriers while continuing their university or polytechnic education.
Eligible applicants are encouraged to prepare their documents and submit their applications before the September 24 deadline.
For the latest application instructions and the official application portal, applicants should visit the AfroTech Girls scholarship page and follow the instructions provided by the organisers.
The AfroTech Girls Project-100-for-100 Scholarship provides a ₦100,000 educational support opportunity for 100 female Nigerian undergraduates studying STEM-related courses. With applications closing on September 24, 2026, eligible students should ensure they meet the requirements and submit their applications before the deadline.
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