Bridge Scholarship Program for Nigerians – 2026/27 Academic Year
- Deadline
- 12 Sep 2026
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Degree
- Bachelor
- Renewable
- No
About this scholarship
The Bridge Scholarship aims to provide intelligent but indigent students in Africa with access to quality education irrespective of their socio-economic limitations. Apply below:
Application Deadline
- 12 September 2026 (11:59 PM WAT)
Tell Me About The Scholarship
The Bridge Scholarship Program provides brilliant but indigent students in Nigeria access to quality education irrespective of socioeconomic limitations. It covers tuition, accommodation, living expenses, mentorship, and career development, supporting scholars until graduation. Post‑graduation, recipients also benefit from mentorship, career development, and transitional assistance to launch successful careers.
Which Fields are Eligible
The programme is open to all undergraduate fields of study at public universities in Nigeria.
Type
- Undergraduate Scholarship | Fully Funded | Nigeria
Who Can Apply
Applicants must:
- Be fully enrolled in a public university in Nigeria.
- Be between Year 1 and the penultimate year of their degree programme.
- Demonstrate critical financial need.
- Show commitment to completing a Bachelor’s degree.
- Maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0.
- Exhibit integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity.
- Be involved in co‑curricular and community service activities.
How Are Scholars Selected
Selection is based on:
- Academic performance.
- Financial need.
- Evidence of leadership and community service.
- Strength of motivation letter and recommendation letters.
Which Countries are Eligible
- Nigeria only.
Where Will the Scholarship Be Taken?
- Any public university in Nigeria.
How Many Scholars
- Multiple awards annually; exact number not specified.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship?
- Full tuition coverage.
- Accommodation.
- Living stipend.
- Mentorship and leadership development.
- Career development and transitional assistance after graduation.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last?
- Until graduation (support continues throughout undergraduate study).
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae.
- Motivation letter (max 500 words).
- WAEC/NECO and JAMB results (Year 1 only).
- Admission letter.
- Academic record/transcript (mandatory for continuing students).
- For medical students: MBBS exam results.
- Letter of identification and academic standing from Head of Department.
- Two recommendation letters (max 1 page each).
- Photo ID (NIN, voter’s card, etc.).
- Proof of leadership (if available).
How to Apply
- Prepare all required documents.
- Merge into a single PDF file (following instructions).
- Submit via the official Bridge Scholarship application form.
- Ensure compliance with all formatting and submission rules.
🌐 Visit the application webpage for details
Eligibility criteria
Applicants must:
- Be fully enrolled in a public university in Nigeria.
- Be between Year 1 and the penultimate year of their degree programme.
- Demonstrate critical financial need.
- Show commitment to completing a Bachelor’s degree.
- Maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0.
- Exhibit integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity.
- Be involved in co‑curricular and community service activities.
What's covered
- Prepare all required documents.
- Merge into a single PDF file (following instructions).
- Submit via the official Bridge Scholarship application form.
- Ensure compliance with all formatting and submission rules.
🌐 Visit the application webpage for details
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