The Bridge Scholarship 2026/2027 (Nigeria)
Scholarship Alert: The Bridge Scholarship 2026/2027 (Nigeria)
The Bridge Scholarship Programme is now open for applications for the 2026/2027 academic year, offering a life-changing opportunity for intelligent but financially disadvantaged students in Nigeria to access quality university education.
This scholarship goes beyond tuition support—it adopts a holistic approach, providing mentorship, leadership development, and career guidance to help scholars succeed academically and professionally until graduation.
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Scholarship Overview
- Programme: The Bridge Scholarship 2026/2027
- Location: Nigeria
- Eligible Schools: Public Universities in Nigeria
- Application Opens: August 1, 2026
- Deadline: September 12, 2026 (11:59 PM WAT)
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Eligibility Criteria
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be currently enrolled in a public university in Nigeria
- Be in Year 1 up to the penultimate year of their degree
- Demonstrate financial need
- Maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0
- Show resilience, integrity, and perseverance
- Be actively involved in community service or extracurricular activities
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to completing their degree
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Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- 💰 Financial support for educational expenses
- 🤝 Mentorship and guidance
- 🚀 Career and leadership development opportunities
- 📚 Continuous support until graduation
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Application Requirements
Applicants must submit the following (merged into ONE PDF):
- Valid ID (e.g., NIN, Voter’s Card)
- Admission letter (JAMB or University)
- ✍️ Personal Statement (max 500 words) – describing a major challenge and how you handled it
- JAMB result (Year 1 only)
- WAEC/NECO result (Year 1 only)
- Academic transcript/record (mandatory for non-Year 1 students)
- Departmental letter confirming academic standing
- Two recommendation letters
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Proof of leadership (if available)
📌 Important Instructions:
- All documents must be typed, signed, and addressed to “The Bridge Scholarship Board”
- Merge documents in the exact order listed
- File name must be Your First Name + Last Name
- Applications that do not follow instructions will be disqualified
- No corrections allowed after submission
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Enquiries
For questions, contact: info@thebridgescholarships.com
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How to Apply
Submit your application via the official form below:
