FCM Foundation Board Scholarship 2024 For Female Undergraduates in Nigeria

Applications are open for the FCM Foundation Board Scholarship 2024 For Female Muslim Undergraduates in Nigeria. Apply Below: 

When is the Application Deadline:

The application deadline for the FCM Foundation Board Scholarship 2024 For Female Undergraduates in Nigeria is Wednesday 25th September, 2024.

Tell Me About The FCM Foundation Board Scholarship 2024 For Female Undergraduates in Nigeria:

FCM Foundation Board Scholarship (FCM FBS) is a debut scholarship programme aimed at providing a one-time academic support to female Muslim students in 200 and 300 levels. The scholarship includes one-time monetary support and a one-day mentorship session for selected scholars. The following schools are eligible:

• University of Lagos
• University of Ilorin
• Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun, Osun State
• Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo
• Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba
• Ekiti State University
• Kwara State University, Ilorin
• Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso
• Ondo State University of Science and Technology Okitipupa
• Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye
• Lagos State University, Ojo
• Tai Solarin University of Education Ijebu Ode
• Osun State University Osogbo
• Ondo State University of Medical Sciences
• First Technical University Ibadan
• Lagos State University of Education, Ijanikin
• Lagos State University of Science and Technology Ikorodu
• University of Ilesa, Osun State

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Which Fields are Eligible?

All fields 

Type:

Scholarship

Who can Apply For The FCM Foundation Board Scholarship 2024 For Female Undergraduates in Nigeria?

Also, applicants are to meet the eligibility criteria:

• Be a female undergraduate Muslim student
• Be currently in 200 or 300 level in one of the 22 eligible universities
• Have a minimum CGPA of 4.5 and above (or equivalence)
• Be ready to attend the one day mentorship session in person in Lagos, Nigeria in November 2024

Required Documents:

Applicants are also to submit the following documents:

• Student Identity Card (valid card of applicant’s institution)
• Reference letter from a reputable Islamic Organization.
  • Letter must be on letter headed paper and be addressed to The Executive Director, First Class Muslim Foundation, Lagos, Nigeria.
  • Letters should genuinely speak to the character of the applicants and should not be generic.
  • Improperly addressed letters or generic letters will lead to disqualification.
• Current result slip showing student’s CGPA with the signature (and possibly stamp of the HOD).
• A Personal Statement to convince panelists as to why they should consider her for the scholarship.
  • The use of AI tools to generate personal statements is prohibited. All personal statements submitted will be tested and evaluated for plagiarism or AI-derivation. Applicants who disregard this may be disqualified from current and any future opportunities from the foundation.
  • Word limit for Personal Statement is 400.
  • Font type is Century Gothic and the font size is 12.
  • Spacing should be 1.5.
  • Full name should be written at the top of the document.

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Which Countries Are Eligible?

Nigeria

Where will the Award be Taken?

Nigeria 

How Many Awards?

Not specified

What is the Benefit of the Award?

Additionally, successful applicants will benefit the following:

• Scholarship Funds
• One day mentorship session
• Post scholarship disbursement mentorship and guidance
• Possible future support for higher learning

How Long Will the Award Last?

Unspecified 

How to Apply:

To apply for this opportunity, click this link.

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