About the Scholarship Program:
The Nifemi Brown Foundation is proud to announce the third edition of our Undergraduate Scholarship Program (USP 3); a life-changing opportunity for Nigerian students enrolled in Federal Universities who need financial support to pursue their education. This program was created to support young Nigerians with outstanding potential those who not only excel academically but also demonstrate leadership, grit, and a commitment to creating impact.
Benefits of the Scholarship Program:
- Full Scholarship
- Tuition Coverage
Explore other scholarship available just for you on the Icanstudent website:
Eligibility Criteria for the Scholarship Program:
1. Nationality & Residency
- Must be a Nigerian citizen
- Must currently reside in Nigeria
2. Educational Status
- Must have gained admission into a recognized Nigerian tertiary institution (Federal or State university)
- Must be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate program
- Open to 100 – 300 level students only
3. Academic Performance
- Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale or its equivalent (2:1 or higher)
- Academic transcript(s) is required for verification
4. Character and Leadership
- Must exhibit strong moral character as confirmed by a recommendation letter from a school official, religious leader, or community head
- Must show commitment to personal and community development (e.g., leadership roles, volunteering, advocacy)
Documentation Requirements:
Applicants must submit the following:
- Valid means of identification (National ID, International Passport, or Voter’s Card)
- Admission letter or proof of studentship
- Most recent academic transcript or result
- Personal statement
- Three (3) letters of recommendation from separate entities/institutions
More Details about the Supporting Documents:
- 500-word Personal Essay addressing:
- Educational journey so far
- Notable academic/personal accomplishments
- Challenges overcome
- Academic, career, and personal goals
- How the scholarship will impact your journey
- Academic Transcript or Semester Result:
- Most recent semester result
- Must reflect current CGPA
- Minimum CGPA: 3.0 on a 5.0 scale (or equivalent)
- Three (3) Reference Letters:
- Each from a different reputable individual
- Must be signed, dated, and preferably on official letterhead
- Suggested referees: lecturer/course advisor, religious/community leader, mentor/supervisor
- Proof of Studentship:
- Valid student ID card
- Evidence of registration for current academic session
- Means of Identification:
- National ID, Voter’s Card, or School ID (with clear photo)
Additional Guidelines for All Applicants:
- Documents must be in PDF or JPEG format
- All scanned documents must be labelled as such: first name-last name-title of document
- Each file should not exceed 2MB
- Partial submissions will not be accepted
Join our WhatsApp Community through the link below to receive scholarship updates and mentorship:
Application Deadline:
Applications for the Nifemi Brown Foundation Scholarship 2025 are open for entries until the 30th of June, 2025. Kindly note that for this scholarship, late submissions are not accepted so it is thoroughly advised that you complete and submit your applications early.
Application Process:
Kindly be aware that all documents are required
1. Review Eligibility Requirements
- Ensure you meet all eligibility criteria before applying
- Incomplete or ineligible applications will not be considered
2. Prepare Required Documents
- Provide a valid means of identification (National ID, Voter’s Card, NIN or its equivalent)
- Admission letter or proof of studentship
- All academic transcripts from 100 Level to the most recent
- Clear and concisely written, error-free, coherent, and unassisted by AI (ChatGPT etc) personable personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation from separate entities/institutions. A letter of recommendation tendered from the same entity/institution attracts automatic disqualification. Each recommendation letter must be signed and dated not older than 1 month.Suggested referees: lecture/course advisor, religious/community leader, mentor/supervisor
- Recent passport-sized photograph
- All documents must be in PDF or JPEG format and not exceed 2MB per file
3. Complete the Application Form
- Fill out the online form here
- Provide accurate name, email, phone number, and institution details
- Use an active email and phone number for correspondence
4. Write Your Statement
Maximum 500 words, addressing:
Explore more opportunities like this
- Your educational background and goals
- Why you need this scholarship
- How you plan to give back to your community
- Any leadership roles or extracurricular involvement
5. Submit Before the Deadline
- All applications must be submitted by June 30, 2025
- Late applications will not be accepted
6. Application is Free
- There is no application fee
- Do not pay anyone claiming to represent NBF
7. After Submission
- You will receive a confirmation email upon successful submission
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next stage (e.g., interview or verification)
- The selection committee’s decisions are final
Questions? 📧 scholarships@nbfafrica.org
📞 +234 9033075100
We at Icanstudent wish you the very best un your scholarship application process. Don’t forget to follow the Icanstudent for more information and guidelines on how to be a top applicant in your scholarship application process. Good luck!!!
