Applications Open for the FCM Foundation Board Scholarship 2024 for Female Muslim Undergraduates in Nigeria. Applications are now open for the FCM Foundation Board Scholarship (FCM FBS) 2024, specifically aimed at providing academic support for female Muslim undergraduates in Nigeria. Eligible students can apply below.
Application Deadline: The application deadline for the FCM Foundation Board Scholarship is Wednesday, 25th September 2024.
About the FCM Foundation Board Scholarship 2024:
The FCM FBS is designed to provide one-time financial support to female Muslim students currently in their 200 or 300 level of study. In addition to the financial support, selected scholars will participate in a one-day mentorship session in Lagos. This scholarship is open to students in the following universities:
- University of Lagos
- University of Ilorin
- Federal University of Health Sciences, Ila Orangun
- 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
Eligible Fields: All fields of study are eligible.
Scholarship Type: Scholarship (Financial support and mentorship)
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Be a female Muslim undergraduate student.
- Be currently in 200 or 300 level in one of the 22 eligible universities.
- Have a minimum CGPA of 4.5 or higher (or its equivalent).
- Be willing to attend a one-day mentorship session in Lagos in November 2024.
Required Documents: Applicants must submit the following:
- A valid Student Identity Card from the applicant’s institution.
- A reference letter from a reputable Islamic organization, on letterhead, addressed to “The Executive Director, First Class Muslim Foundation, Lagos, Nigeria.” The letter should genuinely reflect the applicant’s character and must not be generic, or it will lead to disqualification.
- A current result slip showing the student’s CGPA, signed (and stamped, if possible) by the Head of Department (HOD).
- A Personal Statement (400 words max) explaining why the applicant deserves the scholarship. AI-generated or plagiarized statements will lead to disqualification, and the foundation will check for such. Use Century Gothic font, size 12, with 1.5 line spacing. The applicant’s full name should be at the top of the document.
Eligible Countries: Nigeria
Award Location: Nigeria
Number of Awards: Not specified
Benefits of the Award: Successful applicants will receive:
- Scholarship funds.
- A one-day mentorship session.
- Ongoing post-scholarship mentorship and guidance.
- Potential future support for higher education.
Award Duration: Unspecified
How to Apply:
To apply for this scholarship, click on the link provided.
For more details, visit the official webpage.
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