David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship 2026 Application Opens for African Students; David Oyedepo Foundation has opened applications for its 2026 Scholarship Programme. The scholarship provides full academic fee support to outstanding young Africans seeking to study at Covenant University or Landmark University.
The programme is part of the Foundation’s mission to develop future African leaders who can contribute meaningfully to their communities, institutions and countries through education and leadership.
Applicants should note that the scholarship does not replace the normal admission process. Every candidate must first secure admission into Covenant University or Landmark University independently before the scholarship can be awarded.
What the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Covers
The scholarship covers full academic tuition fees for a maximum period of five years, depending on the approved duration of the selected course of study at the university.
However, the scholarship does not cover all study-related expenses.
Expenses Not Covered by the Scholarship
The award does not include:
- Travel allowances
- Feeding allowances
- Medical or health insurance
- Any fee outside university-generated academic fees for the approved course
Applicants are advised to consider these additional expenses before applying.
Eligibility Requirements for the Scholarship
The scholarship is open to young Africans who meet all the stated eligibility conditions.
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be citizens and permanent residents of an African country
- Be between 16 and 25 years old at the time of application
- Be eligible to obtain a Nigerian student visa
- Be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Demonstrate strong academic performance in secondary school
- Have already started admission applications to Covenant University or Landmark University
Academic Requirements
For Nigerian applicants:
- A minimum JAMB score of 240 is required
For applicants from other African countries:
- A minimum average score of 80% or a GPA of 4.0 on a 5.0 scale is required in secondary or high school transcripts
Applicants who do not meet the listed requirements will not proceed to the selection stage.
Important Admission Notice
Applying for the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship does not automatically guarantee admission into Covenant University or Landmark University.
Candidates must separately complete and secure admission through the universities’ official admission processes.
The scholarship award remains dependent on successful admission into either of the approved universities.
Selection Process
The David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Programme operates through a merit-based and need-dependent competitive selection process.
After the application deadline, eligible applications will be reviewed by a selection committee.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews conducted online through a video conferencing platform.
Finalists will be required to provide:
- Proof of application to Covenant University or Landmark University
- Proof of citizenship
- Original copies of all uploaded documents
Selection Criteria
Applications will be assessed based on several important factors, including:
- Academic excellence
- Financial need
- Good character
- Leadership ability and community involvement
- Commitment to contributing positively to the applicant’s home community
How to Apply for the Scholarship
Interested applicants should complete the application through the official David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship online application portal.
The application process is entirely internet-based.
Important Application Guidelines
Applicants will need:
- A computer
- Reliable internet access
- A scanner for uploading documents
The Foundation warned that documents captured with mobile phone cameras will lead to disqualification.
Candidates may save their applications and continue later. However, accounts left inactive for up to 30 days will be deleted automatically.
All questions and uploaded documents must be completed and submitted in English.
Applications submitted through email or any method outside the official online portal will not be accepted.
General and Contact Information Requirements
Applicants must provide accurate personal details in the required format.
Candidates shortlisted for interviews may later be asked to provide documents verifying their age and citizenship.
The Parent or Guardian section must contain information relating only to biological parents or legal guardians.
Applicants are also advised to provide active contact details, as all communication during the application and selection stages will be sent through the supplied contacts.
Education Section Requirements
Applicants must upload their secondary school transcripts.
Those who did not complete their education at the listed school are expected to indicate “nil” where necessary.
Candidates must also state:
- Their proposed university
- Their intended course of study
The scholarship currently supports admission only into Covenant University and Landmark University.
Examination Result Requirements
Applicants are expected to provide details of nationally recognised O’Level examinations relevant to their country.
The Foundation stated clearly that combining two different certificate examinations is not allowed.
For Nigerian applicants, submission of JAMB results is compulsory. Applications without JAMB scores from Nigerian candidates will not be considered.
Recommendation Letter Requirements
Applicants must provide details of an academic referee.
The referee should be an academic staff member familiar with the applicant’s academic performance and records.
An academic recommendation letter must be uploaded in the credentials section.
Parents or guardians are not permitted to serve as referees.
Applicants must also provide details of a religious referee. This should be a cleric familiar with the applicant’s conduct, character and spiritual growth.
The referee’s recommendation letter must also be uploaded in the appropriate section.
Essay Section
The application includes four essay questions.
Each essay has a maximum word limit of 500 words.
Applicants are advised not to exceed the stated limit, as the essays are used by the selection committee to evaluate leadership potential, personal values and interest in the programme.
English Language Requirement
English proficiency is compulsory for the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Programme.
All communication and programme activities will be conducted in English, and translation services will not be provided.
Applicants are encouraged to complete the language skills section honestly and accurately.
Application Deadline
The deadline for submission of applications for the 2026 David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Programme is:
11:59 pm GMT+1 on Friday, 19 June 2026.
The Foundation stated that no deadline extension will be granted.
For enquiries, applicants can contact the Foundation through:
Email: davidoyedepofdn@gmail.com
