The Ruth Titilayo Postgraduate Scholarship provides financial support to Nigerian postgraduate students by covering tuition fees and assisting with living costs. This scholarship can either fully or partially cover expenses, making it an excellent opportunity for eligible students.
Application Deadline
- Opens: October 1, 2024
- Closes: October 31, 2024
Scholarship Overview
- Scholarship Type: Postgraduate Scholarship
- Fields of Study: All postgraduate degree programs offered by Nigerian institutions are eligible.
- Scholarship Benefits:
- Tuition Allowance: Up to ₦100,000
- Maintenance Allowance: Up to ₦20,000
- Additional funding for travel, research, or fieldwork at the discretion of the selection committee.
- Duration: The scholarship covers the full duration of the recipient’s postgraduate study.
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Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Ruth Titilayo Postgraduate Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Hold an undergraduate degree with at least a 2:1 classification.
- Have obtained the degree from a Nigerian institution (either undergraduate or further degrees).
- Be a current or former student who has been registered at a Nigerian institution within the last five years.
- Bonus (not mandatory): Applicants pursuing a Master’s degree or involved in professional research or work experience will have stronger applications.
Selection Process
Applicants will be evaluated based on:
- Academic merit.
- Information provided in the scholarship application.
- Submission of:
- Personal statement.
- Current school results.
- Two references from tutors or professional supervisors.
- Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an online interview, which will feature competency-based questions.
Eligible Countries
- Nigerian nationals only.
- Applicants must have attended a Nigerian institution.
How to Apply
- Complete the online application form on the Ruth Titilayo Foundation website.
- Email supporting documents (school results, two references, personal statement) to postgrad.grants@ruthtitilayofoundation.org. Use your full name as the subject line of the email.
Supporting Documents Required
- School results (undergraduate transcripts).
- Two references (from academic or professional tutors).
- Personal statement outlining your goals and how the scholarship will assist your postgraduate studies.
Contact Information
- Email: postgrad.grants@ruthtitilayofoundation.org
- Phone: +234 906 687 5115
For more details and to apply, visit the official scholarship webpage.
