Apply for Nifemi Brown Foundation Scholarship 2025

To qualify for the Nifemi Brown Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship 2025, you must meet all of these conditions:

• Be a Nigerian citizen living in Nigeria
• Be a full-time undergraduate student in a federal or state university
• Be in 100 to 300 level
• Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale or the equivalent (Second Class Upper or higher)
• Show good character and leadership through past roles or activities

A letter from a school official, religious leader or community head must confirm your character.

Prepare these documents before you apply

You must submit the full list of documents for your application to be valid:

1. Valid ID (National ID, International Passport or Voter's Card)
2. Admission letter or proof of studentship
3. Most recent academic transcript or result showing CGPA
4. 500-word personal statement
5. Three signed and dated recommendation letters from different sources
6. Passport-sized photo (recent and clear)

Guidelines for writing your personal statement

Your 500-word essay must include:

• Your educational journey so far
• Any achievements (academic or personal)
• Challenges you have overcome
• Your goals in education, career and life
• How the scholarship will help you succeed

Make sure your essay is clear, honest and written by you without AI help. Errors, vague points or copied content will lower your chances.

Tips for the three reference letters

• Each letter must be from a different person or institution
• Letters from the same source will lead to automatic disqualification
• Use referees such as a lecturer, religious leader or mentor
• Letters must be on letterhead, signed, dated and not older than one month

Follow these steps to apply online

1. Check the eligibility list to be sure you qualify
2. Scan and label all required documents (PDF or JPEG format, under 2MB each)
3. Fill the online form at www.nbfafrica.org/scholarship/apply
4. Use a working email and phone number for updates
5. Submit your application by 30 June 2025

The application is free. Do not pay anyone claiming to help or represent the Nifemi Brown Foundation.

What happens after you apply

• You will get a confirmation email if your submission is complete
• If shortlisted, you will be contacted for the next steps, such as an interview or document check
• The final decision is made by the scholarship committee

For help or questions, contact:

scholarships@nbfafrica.org

+234 903 307 5100

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