Providence Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship 2025

The Providence Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship supports Black and African students studying in English-speaking African countries. You can receive up to $250 per year and the scholarship can be renewed for up to four years, with a total award of $1,000.

This award honours Providence Ebubechi Napoleon (née Okoye) and helps students who show strong academics, leadership and a heart for service.

Check if you are eligible

You may apply if all of the following are true:

• You are Black or African.
• You live in and study in an English-speaking African country.
• You are accepted to or currently enrolled in an undergraduate programme at a recognised university.

Eligible countries include Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana and others where English is the main language of instruction.

Know what the scholarship covers

This scholarship offers:

• Up to $250 each year, renewable for four years.
• A total award of $1,000.
• Money for tuition, room or board (school fees, housing or meals).

To continue receiving the scholarship each year, you must:

• Keep good grades.
• Show positive behaviour at university and in your community.
• Send in an updated academic transcript and a short progress report every year.

Gather what you need to apply

Here is the list of required documents:

1. One recommendation letter
   • From a teacher, professor, community leader or church leader.
2. Proof of enrolment
   • A document that confirms you are accepted to or currently studying in an undergraduate course.
3. Academic transcript
   • Your most recent school or university report.
4. Personal essay (500–750 words)
   • Answer this question:
     
     "How do you hope to create a legacy of compassion, faith and dedication through your education, career and personal life?"
5. Resume or CV (optional)
   • A short list of your achievements, leadership experience and community work.

Be the kind of student they are looking for

Strong applicants will:

• Have a record of academic success and leadership skills.
• Care about helping their local community.
• Need financial support for higher education.
• Show honesty, determination and growth.

Apply before the deadline

The deadline is 23 May 2025.

Apply for the Providence Memorial Undergraduate Scholarship

More information is on the official scholarship page.

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