Nifemi Brown Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship 2025; Are you a hardworking undergraduate student with strong character and a passion for leadership? The Nifemi Brown Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship 2025 is now open for eligible Nigerian students looking to ease the financial burden of their education.
This scholarship supports students who combine academic excellence with integrity, resilience, and leadership. If that sounds like you, here’s everything you need to know to apply successfully.
Who Is Eligible?
To qualify for the 2025 Nifemi Brown Foundation Scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Be a Nigerian citizen living in Nigeria
- Be a full-time undergraduate student in a federal or state university
- Be in 100 to 300 level
- Have a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale (Second Class Upper or higher)
- Demonstrate good character and leadership through past roles or community activities
A letter from a school official, religious leader, or community head is required to confirm your character.
Required Documents
To be considered, your application must include all of the following:
- A valid ID (National ID, International Passport, or Voter’s Card)
- Admission letter or proof of studentship
- Most recent academic transcript or result showing your CGPA
- A 500-word personal statement (see guidelines below)
- Three signed and dated recommendation letters from different sources
- A passport-sized photo (recent and clear)
⚠️ Incomplete applications will be disqualified. Make sure each file is clearly labeled and in PDF or JPEG format, with a maximum size of 2MB per file.
How to Write a Strong Personal Statement
Your 500-word personal essay should be honest and written by you. It must include:
- A summary of your educational journey
- Notable achievements, either academic or personal
- Challenges you’ve overcome
- Your goals in education, career, and life
- How this scholarship would help you succeed
🚫 Avoid plagiarism and AI-generated content. Essays with errors, vague responses, or copied material will lower your chances of selection.
Reference Letter Requirements
You must submit three different recommendation letters, each from a unique source. Here are key points to follow:
- Acceptable referees include a lecturer, religious leader, mentor, or community figure
- Letters must be on official letterhead, signed, dated, and not older than one month
- Submitting more than one letter from the same source will result in automatic disqualification
How to Apply
Once you’ve confirmed your eligibility and prepared your documents, follow these steps:
- Visit: www.nbfafrica.org/scholarship/apply
- Scan and clearly label all your documents (PDF or JPEG, under 2MB each)
- Fill out the online application form with a valid email and phone number
- Submit your application by 30 June 2025
🛑 The application is completely free. Do not pay anyone claiming to assist or represent the Nifemi Brown Foundation.
After You Apply
- You will receive a confirmation email if your application is complete
- If shortlisted, the Foundation will contact you for the next steps (which may include an interview or further document verification)
- All final decisions are made by the Nifemi Brown Foundation Scholarship Committee
Need Help?
For questions or support during the application process, reach out via:
📧 scholarships@nbfafrica.org
📞 +234 903 307 5100
