Ruth Titilayo Undergraduate Scholarship 2027; The Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation is accepting applications for its 2027 Undergraduate Scholarship for eligible students studying at federal and state universities in Nigeria.
The scholarship provides financial assistance for tuition fees and maintenance expenses. Additional support may also be available for certain academic activities, including research, fieldwork and course-related travel, subject to the committee’s discretion.
Applications opened on 1 October 2026 and will close on 31 October 2026.
Eligibility Requirements for the Ruth Titilayo Undergraduate Scholarship 2027
Applicants must meet all the following requirements to qualify for the scholarship:
- Be domiciled in Nigeria.
- Be under 25 years of age.
- Be a student at the time of application or have been registered as a student within the preceding three years.
- Have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a five-point scale or an equivalent GPA on another grading scale.
- Be studying at a federal or state university in Nigeria.
Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply, provided they meet the scholarship requirements.
Applicants can consult the available lists of federal universities in Nigeria and state universities in Nigeria to identify institutions within the eligible categories.
Ruth Titilayo Undergraduate Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants may receive the following financial allowances under the 2027 scholarship programme:
- Tuition allowance: Up to ₦100,000 towards tuition fees.
- Maintenance allowance: Up to ₦20,000 to support maintenance expenses.
- Additional allowances: The scholarship committee may provide further financial assistance for internal course-related travel, research or fieldwork at its discretion.
Additional allowances are not guaranteed and will depend on the committee’s assessment and decision.
Selection Process and Required Documents
The Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation assesses applications based on academic merit and the information submitted by applicants.
Shortlisted candidates may be invited to participate in an online interview featuring competency-based questions relevant to their respective year groups.
Applicants selected for further assessment will be required to provide the following documents:
- Their current school result.
- Two reference letters from tutors.
- A personal statement.
- Any additional supporting documents requested by the foundation.
Applicants should ensure that the information provided in their application forms is accurate and prepare the necessary documents in case they are shortlisted.
How to Apply for the Ruth Titilayo Undergraduate Scholarship 2027
Eligible undergraduate students can apply online by following these steps:
- Visit the official Ruth Titilayo Undergraduate Scholarship 2027 application page.
- Complete the online application form with the required information.
- Review the details provided and submit the completed form before the application deadline.
- If shortlisted for further assessment, follow the foundation’s instructions regarding supporting documents and interview arrangements.
Applicants are advised to submit their applications before the closing date of 31 October 2026.
Application Deadline and Important Dates
The important dates for the 2027 Ruth Titilayo Undergraduate Scholarship are as follows:
- Application opening date: 1 October 2026.
- Application deadline: 31 October 2026.
- Shortlist notifications: From 11 November 2026.
- Interview period: December 2026, followed by scholarship awards to successful candidates.
Applicants should monitor their communication channels for updates about shortlisting, document submission and interview schedules.
Contact Details for Enquiries
For further information about the Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants can contact the foundation through the following channels:
- Telephone: +234 906 687 5115
- Email: undergrad.grants@ruthtitilayofoundation.org
- Facebook: @theruthtitilayo
Eligible students at federal and state universities in Nigeria are encouraged to review the requirements and submit their applications between 1 and 31 October 2026.
