Are you a Nigerian student with Yoruba heritage? The 2023/24 Egbe Omo Yoruba Scholarship is providing financial support of $250 to eligible Nigerian students currently enrolled in accredited tertiary institutions such as universities or polytechnics nationwide.
The Egbe Omo Yoruba of Greater Miami Valley in the USA is pleased to announce the initiation of the 2023-2024 Scholarship Awards for students enrolled in Nigerian Universities and Polytechnics. Committed to fostering education and empowering youth, the organization aims to extend financial assistance to deserving students.
Established in 1993, the Egbe Omo Yoruba Scholarship underscores the organization’s dedication to the educational progress of Nigerian students. The scholarship is currently open for applications, and outstanding students will be selected as recipients. Each awardee will receive the Naira equivalent of $250 US dollars at the time of the award.
Benefits: Each recipient of the Egbe Omo Yoruba Scholarship will be granted the Naira equivalent of $250 US dollars at the time of the award.
Requirements: To be eligible for the undergraduate and postgraduate Egbe Omo Yoruba Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Attend an accredited University/Polytechnic in Nigeria.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0/4.0 or 3.75/5.0 on the grading scale.
- Provide essential information, including:
- Name of the University/Polytechnic
- City & State of the institution
- Full Name as per University/Polytechnic records
- Transcript as proof of educational performance, specifying Major, Year Level, and Cumulative GPA.
- Demonstrate financial need through a well-articulated written statement (short essay) submitted with the application.
- Submit a letter of recommendation from an academic staff member familiar with the student’s performance and character.
The Egbe Omo Yoruba Scholarship employs a comprehensive selection process to ensure deserving students receive the necessary support:
- Initial Application Review: All submitted applications and supporting documents will undergo a thorough review.
- Zoom Interviews: Shortlisted candidates will be invited for virtual interviews via Zoom conducted by the scholarship committee.
- Final Selection: The scholarship committee will make the final selection based on the candidates’ academic achievements, financial need, and recommendations.
Documents Required for Application: When applying for the 2024 Egbe Omo Yoruba Scholarship, you will need to submit the following documents:
- Complete Application Form
- Academic Transcripts
- Personal Statement
- Recommendation Letter
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