2019 Jim Ovia Scholarship Open for Nigerian Undergraduate Students – Apply
2019 Jim Ovia Scholarship Open for Nigerian Undergraduate Students – In 1998, Jim Ovia foundation was created and funded by Mr. Jim Ovia, to provide financial aid to outstanding Nigeria youths. The scholarship was formally known as the MUSTE scholarship.
The awardees are given funding for undergraduate study for the duration of the undergraduate program. The award includes tuition and maintenance allowance. The scheme offers an average of 100 opportunities every year. The Financial records show that as at October 2010, Mr. Ovia has invested 100 Million Naira in the program on 1500 beneficiaries.
2019 Jim Ovia Scholarship Open for Nigerian Undergraduate Students – Apply
In establishing the Jim Ovia Scholarship, Mr. Ovia hoped to create a network of future leaders within Nigeria who can compete globally with their peers, bring new ideas, creativity and are committed to improving the lives and circumstances of people in their respective communities. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of personal intellectual ability, leadership capability and a desire to use their knowledge to contribute to society throughout Nigeria by providing service to their community and applying their talent and knowledge to improve the lives of others. Over time it is expected that the Jim Ovia Scholarship beneficiaries will become leaders in helping to address challenges related to health, technology, and finance, all areas in which the foundation is deeply engaged.
Goals for 2019 Jim Ovia Scholarship
- To promote access to tertiary education
- To invest in the future leaders of Nigeria
- To provide a platform that encourages competitiveness and promotes equal opportunities in workplace
- To bridge the knowledge gap among Nigerian Youth
Eligibility and Criteria for 2019 Jim Ovia Scholarship
The scholarship is open to all undergraduate University students of Nigerian citizenship. One hundred (100) awardees are selected each year from a pool of eligible applicants. Scholarships are awarded on the basis of personal intellectual ability, leadership capability and a desire to contribute to society at large to improve the lives of others.
Benefits 2019 Jim Ovia Scholarship
Beneficiaries of the Jim Ovia scholarship receive an annual award of 150,000 Nigerian Naira, renewable for up to the entire duration of the beneficiary’s educational tenure. Take note that awards are not automatically renewed annually. Students who have previously been awarded the Jim Ovia Scholarship must fill-out a renewal application online to re-apply.
Incomplete or non-submission of the required documentation, unverifiable or forged documents will automatically disqualify you for the scholarship.
Mode of Applications for Jim Ovia Scholarship.
Interested candidates who meet the criteria listed above should apply by clicking on the “Apply” button below:
Apply before: 26th December, 2018.
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