Yinka & Pelumi Foundation Scholars Programme 2026 – ₦200,000 Tuition Support

Scholarship Details

The Yinka & Pelumi Scholarship Foundation is inviting applications for its 2026 Foundation Scholars Programme, designed to support undergraduate students of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) studying Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.

The programme provides financial support for tuition, accommodation and academic materials, alongside mentorship and career development opportunities. Applications close on 25 October 2026.

Scholarship Details

• Scholarship: Foundation Scholars Programme
• Provider: Yinka & Pelumi Scholarship Foundation
• Institution: Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Nigeria
• Study level: Undergraduate
• Eligible levels: 100–500 level
• Eligible courses: Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering
• Application deadline: 25 October 2026
• Application duration: Approximately 15 minutes once documents are ready

Scholarship Benefits

Selected scholars receive the following support:

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• Tuition: ₦200,000 towards tuition for the academic session.
• Accommodation: ₦200,000 towards accommodation.
• Academic materials: ₦50,000 per semester to cover academic materials.
• Mentorship: Access to conferences and mentorship programmes, including career advice from professionals working in their fields.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must:

• Be an undergraduate student of Obafemi Awolowo University.
• Be studying Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Be in any level from 100 to 500.
• Not be a current beneficiary of another scholarship, as this is grounds for rejection.

Important matriculation number requirement: The application form accepts matriculation numbers issued by OAU for the two eligible departments. Mechanical Engineering numbers begin with MEE, while Electrical Engineering numbers begin with EEE. The website gives MEE/2022/128 as an example. Matriculation numbers belonging to other departments or universities are not eligible.

Required Documents

For 100-Level Students

• Post-UTME result aggregate slip.
• Personal essay explaining why you want the scholarship.
• Signed personal letter of attestation for character.

For 200–500-Level Students

• Transcript printed from the OAU e-portal.
• Personal essay explaining why you want the scholarship.
• Signed personal letter of attestation for character.

Character attestation letter: Download the character template from the scholarship webpage, print it, have your referee complete and sign it, then upload a scan or clear photograph of the signed letter.

File requirements: Each document can be submitted in PDF, JPEG or PNG format, with a maximum file size of 10 MB.

How to Apply

• Visit the official Foundation Scholars Programme page.
• Download the character attestation template.
• Prepare the three required documents for your academic level.
• Complete the application form and upload your documents.
• Review your details and submit the application.
• Check your email for an application confirmation. If it does not appear in your inbox, check your spam folder before taking any further action.

The application form takes approximately 15 minutes to complete once your documents are ready.

Important Application Guidelines

• Only one application per person per round is allowed, using one matriculation number and one email address.
• If you applied in a previous round and were not selected, you may apply again when the next round opens.
• Do not submit a second application if you have not received your confirmation email. Check your spam folder first; duplicate applications using the same matriculation number or email address will be refused.
• The Foundation will email applicants after the review process to communicate whether they have been selected.
• Current beneficiaries of another scholarship are not eligible.

Application Deadline

25 October 2026

Applications will not be accepted after the deadline. Prepare your documents and submit early to avoid last-minute problems.

Contact Information

Yinka & Pelumi Scholarship Foundation

Email: ypscholarshipfoundation@gmail.com

Official Application Link

Please note: This opportunity is specifically for OAU undergraduate students in Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering, from 100 to 500 level. Ensure you meet the requirements before applying.