The JIM OVIA Foundation Leaders Scholarship 2020-2021 for African Undergraduates are currently ongoing. Interested applicants are invited across all African countries to participate in the ongoing Jim Ovia Scholarships. The Scholarship is intended to create a sense of hope for the dreams of African Undergraduate students.

Level/Field of Study

The Scholarship is intended for students pursuing Undergraduate Studies in any STEM courses: science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, or related courses.

Host Country
The scholarship will be hosted and taken in Nigeria.

Eligible Countries

The scholarship is open to all African students residing in any African country.

However, only 100 applicants will be selected with twenty-Five percent of them being Nigerians.

How much is the Jim Ovia Scholarship?

The Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholars will receive the following benefits:

1. Comprehensive Scholarships: the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will provide tuition, room, and board for undergraduate study.
2. Career Support and Opportunities: Scholarship recipients will receive career counseling and support while still students and also after graduation.
3. AAI Global Alumni Network: Recipients of the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will graduate into one of the most prestigious alumni networks. AAI Alumni include prominent leaders in many sectors around Africa and the Globe and includes two sitting Presidents. Scholarship recipients will be connected to this network for potential opportunities, mentorship, and the ability to collectively continue towards developing the continent.

   Who Can Apply for Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship 2020?

   Eligibility Criteria

   As stated earlier, these 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. 

   However, students must also meet the following requirements:

    

4. Must be a citizen of an African country, residing in Africa
5. Exhibit strong academic record and penchant for high-achievement
6. Demonstrate a Financial Need
7. Present an active record of youth leadership within his/her community
8. Applicants whose first language is not English are to provide evidence of proficiency in English at a higher level by the University.

   What Documentation is Required for my Application?

   The following documents are required to submit a full application for a New or Renewal Scholarship Award. Please note that all scanned copies must be of the original document, photocopied scans will not be accepted.

   New Applicant’s documentation:

   a)    Completed online application

   b)    Valid Government ID (e.g. International passport, Voter’s Card, National ID or Driver’s License)

   Please note that a certificate of origin or birth certificate will not be accepted as a valid form of ID. The only exception will be for minors below the age of 18 years who are unable to apply for a government ID. In which case, a birth certificate will be accepted in lieu of a government ID for such minors.

   c)    An official original letter (not photocopied) letter from your school/Head of Department stating the following:

9. Your full name
10. Course Title
11. Department of Study
12. CGPA
13. Gender
14. Matriculation number

15. OR

16. Newly matriculated who have not yet received a matriculation number or school ID must provide a provisional admission letter to their institution of study.

17. d)    Original Secondary School Certificate (WAEC or NECO)

    e)    Original JAMB result certificate

    f)     A valid student ID for your host institution (University/College)

    g)    A passport photograph

    Renewing Applicant’s documentation:

    a)    Completed online application

    b)    Valid Government ID (e.g. International passport, Voter’s Card, National ID or Driver’s License)

    Please note that a certificate of origin or birth certificate will not be accepted as a valid form of ID. The only exception will be for minors below the age of 18 years who are unable to apply for a government ID. In which case, a birth certificate will be accepted in lieu of a government ID for such minors.

     

    c)    An official original letter (not photocopied) letter from your school/Head of Department stating the following:

18. Your full name
19. Course Title
20. Department of Study
21. CGPA
22. Gender
23. Matriculation number

24. d)    A valid student ID for your host institution (University/College)

    e)    A passport photograph

    f)     The most recent CGPA result slip (signed and stamped by the HOD or from the ICT center)

     Will my Documentation be Verified?

    All submitted documents will be verified by the scholarship selection committee. Applicants found to have submitted false information or unverifiable or forged documents will no longer be eligible to apply for the Jim Ovia Scholars Program.

    How to Apply for Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship 2020

    If you met the eligibility criteria stated above, you are welcome to apply for this scholarship award. The application is based online. kindly complete the application through the scholarship link that will be provided below.

    Application Deadline:

    The scholarship is ongoing. The current application portal is open from October 26 until December 4 (subject to review).

    Application Link

    To Apply Visit Here