Scholarship Summary
Host: Jim Ovia Foundation
Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Reward: Full tuition fees, accommodation, and N150,000 annual stipends
Deadline: November 24, 2024
Scholarship Details
The Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship has been supporting Nigerian youths since October 2010, with Mr. Jim Ovia, CEO of Zenith Bank, investing over ₦1 billion to empower more than 1,500 students and entrepreneurs. This initiative aims to equip beneficiaries with the skills and knowledge necessary to lead in areas such as health, technology, and finance.
Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
1. Full tuition fees for their undergraduate programs.
2. Accommodation support.
3. A yearly living stipend of ₦150,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must:
1. Be Nigerian citizens.
2. Be enrolled or planning to enroll in an accredited Nigerian tertiary institution.
3. Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership skills.
4. Show passion for contributing to society and improving lives.
Required Documents
Applicants must submit the following documents:
1. Completed application form.
2. A recognized Government I.D.
3. Passport photograph.
4. Official JAMB Certificate and UTME Result.
5. School’s Admission Letter and Acceptance Letter.
6. Signed and stamped CGPA result or most recent exam result for medical students.
7. A recommendation letter from the Head of Department (HOD).
8. School I.D. card.
9. Original O’Level Certificate (WAEC, NECO, or GCE).
10. Stamped current academic calendar of their institution.
Note: Documents older than four months or falsified documents will disqualify the applicant.
Application Process
1. Visit the Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship Portal and create an account or log in.
2. Fill out the application form and upload all required documents.
3. Submit the form and track application status online.
Important Notes
There are no application fees for this scholarship.
Applicants must ensure all details and documents are accurate before submission.
False documents will lead to blacklisting from future awards.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email.
Application Deadline
November 24, 2024
Apply Now: Visit the Official Application Portal
Email: enquiry@jimoviafoundation.org.ng | contact@jimoviafoundation.org.ng
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