The Bridge Scholarship aims to provide intelligent but indigent students in Africa with access to quality education irrespective of their socio-economic limitations. Our approach is holistic and humane.
The scholarship covers: educational expenses, mentorship and career development. The scholarship is offered annually and once awarded; the scholar is supported until graduation.
Post graduation, our scholars are offered transitional assistance to launching a successful career.
In the last two years, 43 scholars have been awarded from a very competitive application pool and 9 scholars have graduated.
ELIGIBILITY CRITIERIA
To be eligible to apply for the Bridge Scholarship, applicant must meet following criteria:
- Be fully enrolled in any public university in Nigeria.
- Demonstrate critical financial need.
- Exhibit a strong commitment complete the Bachelor's degree.
- Maintain minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0.
- Display integrity and perseverance in overcoming adversity.
- Be involved in co-curricular community service activities.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS
A valid ID (NIN, Voter's card, etc.)
- . Curriculum Vitae
- Personal statement
- University admission letter
- A Letter of identification and academic standing from your Head of Department
- Two recommendation letters
- Current university academic record/transcript (for students in Year 2 and above)
- WAEC or NECO Result (For Year 1 students only)
- JAMB Result (For Year 1 students only)
APPLICATION PROCESS
Application Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScw4a7-owIp8t8z3c6eunx1JzVUwz_srA7sPhWghDAM7Awt0Q/viewform?pli=1
Application opens: August 1st, 2024
Application closes: September 13th, 2024
Please note that: Incomplete opplications will not be processed.
For more information: www.thebridgescholarships.com
