The following documents are required to submit a full application for a “New” or “Renewal” Scholarship Award. Please note that all scanned copies must be certified original documents, as photocopied scans will not be accepted:
A. New Applicant’s documentation:
i. Valid Government-issued identity (ID) document (e.g. an International Travel Passport, a Voter’s Card, a National Identity Card or
a Driver’s Licence). Applicants who are below the age of 18 years and are unable to apply for a government ID can submit a
birth certificate.
ii. An official letter (original, not photocopied) from the host school (Head of Department) stating the following:
-Full name
-Gender
-Matriculation number (Newly matriculated scholars who have not yet received a matriculation number or school ID must provide a provisional admission letter from their institution of study;
-Course, Title and Level of study
-Department of Study
iii. The following documents must also be attached at the time of the application (certified scanned copies; the originals must be presented by successful applicants during the interviews):
-Senior Secondary School Exam Certificate (WASSCE or NECO)
-JAMB/UME result certificate
-A valid student ID for your host institution
-A recent passport photograph
-A letter of recognition from the traditional ruler of your town, confirming your origin status.
iv. A 500-word essay, about yourself and your family.
B. Renewing Applicant’s documentation:
i. An official letter (original, not photocopied) from the host school (Head of Department) stating Full name, Gender, Matriculation number, Course, Title and Level of study, Department of Study, and CGPA.
