Call For Applications: Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship 2024 for Nigerian Undergraduates(Tuition fees, Accommodation, and Living stipends worth N150,000.00)
Jim Ovia Scholarship is fully funded by Mr. Jim Ovia, the CEO of Zenith Bank, covering the full tuition fees of selected candidates and providing them with a maintenance stipend of N150,000 per year until the completion of their programs.
Since October 2010, Mr. Ovia has invested over 100 Million Naira in the program to support 1500 beneficiaries and counting.
In establishing the Jim Ovia Foundation 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.
Through our various programs, the Jim Ovia Foundation aims to equip the future of our nation by increasing the knowledge base and skills of our youths with education and Information Communication Technology (ICT).
To date, the Jim Ovia Foundation has supported over 1,500 college students and entrepreneurs with over One billion Naira in educational and entrepreneurial grants through nationally recognized programs- the Jim Ovia Scholarship, Jim Ovia ICT Entrepreneurs Program and most recently, the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship (JOFLS) Fund
Requirements:
To be eligible for the Jim Ovia Scholarship, applicants must:
Be a citizen of Nigeria
Be currently or potentially enrolled in an accredited tertiary institution in Nigeria.
Have demonstrated academic excellence and leadership prowess
Be passionate about contributing to the society
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.
Duration and Reward
Successful awardees of the 2024 Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship will receive full support throughout the period of their undergraduate study covering;
Tuition fees
Accommodation
Living stipends worth N150,000.00
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.
Application Process
Create an account or use an existing one to login.
Fill out the application form and attach all required documents.
There are no fees required to submit a Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship application fee
Your application will not be reviewed until all required documents are submitted.
Applicants may track their status online by logging into their online MUSTE account.
Applicants should also watch for any email messages from the Jim Ovia Foundation regarding their application and its processing.
Applicants who submit False or Forged documents will be blacklisted and unable to apply for future awards.
Shortlisted applicants will be notified by email. Applicants should be alerted to these messages. Be sure to add both [email protected] and [email protected] to your safe sender’s list.
Ensure all details are correct and all documents ready before submitting your form. Kindly note that you will not be able to edit any submitted form.
Submitting a wrong document automatically disqualifies the applicant.
Providing any forged document or false information will lead to the applicant being blacklisted from applying in the future.
