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