Decagon Scholarship 2026 for Nigerian Undergraduates
Applications are now open for the 2026 Decagon Undergraduate Scholarship, an opportunity for exceptional Nigerian students who have the academic ability to attend university but may be unable to afford the cost of their education.
The scholarship provides full tuition support, alongside leadership development, career training, mentorship and access to professional opportunities throughout the scholar’s university journey.
Decagon Scholarship 2026 Details
Scholarship: Decagon Undergraduate Scholarship 2026
Host: Decagon Foundation
Country: Nigeria
Level: Undergraduate
Eligibility: Nigerian students from all states
Benefits: Full tuition, career training, mentorship, leadership development and career opportunities
Duration: Four years of the undergraduate degree
Deadline: 15 October 2026
About the Decagon Undergraduate Honors Program
The Decagon Undergraduate Honors Program is designed to identify exceptional young Nigerians and invest in their development throughout their four-year university education.
Beyond paying tuition, the programme provides scholars with structured career training, mentorship, a professional community and access to real work opportunities.
Students who scored 250 or above in UTME and whose financial situation is the major barrier preventing them from attending university are encouraged to apply.
Scholarship Benefits
Full Tuition
Tuition fees are paid directly to the institution each semester after verified enrolment. The scholarship does not provide tuition money as cash to individual scholars.
Career Accelerator Track
A four-year online career programme covering:
- Professionalism
- Critical thinking
- Business writing
- Project management
- Ethical AI
Scholars also choose one specialisation in Tech, Design, Growth Marketing or Entrepreneurship.
Decagon Honours Community
From Year 3, scholars join a verified professional community with:
- Digital badge
- LinkedIn Scholar status
- Peer groups
- Monthly fireside chats with industry leaders
Career Mentorship
Scholars receive structured mentorship from professionals within Nigeria’s business and technology community throughout the programme.
Opportunities Portal
Scholars gain access to curated:
- Internships
- Vacation jobs
- Freelance projects
- Volunteer opportunities
These opportunities are available throughout their degree.
Leadership Training
All scholars participate in structured leadership development alongside their academic programme, starting from Year 1.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the Decagon Undergraduate Scholarship 2026, applicants must:
- Have scored at least 250 in UTME.
- Be a Nigerian citizen currently residing in Nigeria.
- Be an indigent student who cannot independently fund a university education.
- Be applying for or have already received an offer to study an undergraduate degree programme at a Nigerian university.
Eligible courses: All programmes are eligible.
Required Documents
Applicants should prepare the following:
- Personal details
- JAMB result slip
- Formal passport photograph
- State of origin certificate
- NIN slip or NIMC printout
- School leaving certificate or testimonial
- Birth certificate or declaration of age
- WAEC/NECO certificate or result
Application Checklist
Before submitting your application, make sure you have:
- Confirmed that you scored at least 250 in UTME.
- Confirmed that you meet the Nigerian residency and financial-need requirements.
- Prepared your JAMB result slip.
- Prepared your passport photograph.
- Prepared your state of origin certificate.
- Prepared your NIN slip or NIMC printout.
- Prepared your school leaving certificate/testimonial.
- Prepared your birth certificate or declaration of age.
- Prepared your WAEC/NECO result or certificate.
- Reviewed your personal, academic and institutional information for accuracy.
How to Apply
- Visit the official Decagon scholarship application portal.
- Read the information provided and click Apply Now.
- Complete the application form with your personal, academic and institutional details.
- Upload all the required documents in the specified format.
- Review your information carefully.
- Submit your application before the deadline.
Application Deadline: 15 October 2026
Scholarships Expiring Soon
Conclusion
The Decagon Undergraduate Scholarship is designed for academically strong Nigerian students whose financial circumstances make university education difficult to afford. Selected scholars receive tuition support as well as four years of career training, mentorship, leadership development and access to professional opportunities.
If you meet the requirements, do not wait until the deadline to apply.
