Apply for The Bridge Scholarship

The Bridge Scholarship 2024 is now open for all eligible and qualified Nigerian candidates waiting for the application phase.

This scholarship program aims to provide indigenous and African students with an opportunity and access to good, affordable and quality education irrespective of their socioeconomic backgrounds and limitations.

The Bridge Scholarship program is awarded to students in their undergraduate program at any accredited public university in Nigeria. 

The scholarship excludes those admitted to a private university, part-time program, long-distance program/ online learning or sandwich program.

It is a fully funded scholarship program with many benefits. If you are awarded the scholarship, you will receive financial support to cover your academic needs and expenses throughout your study period at the university.

The scholarship provides financial aid and ensures you receive mentorship and career guidance, which will help you transition to your career after graduation. 

No age limitation is associated with the scholarship; the most important thing is that you successfully meet all eligibility requirements.

The Bridge Scholarship is merit-based and highly competitive. Read to the end to find out how you can apply and stand a greater chance of being selected among thousands of other applicants.

Benefits of The Bright Scholarship 

The Bright scholarship offers the following benefits to selected applicants 

• Tuition
• Accommodation
• Living expenses
• Mentorship
• Career Development 

List of Accredited Public Universities in Nigeria 

The following is our list of both federal and state public Universities in Nigeria 

• University of Ibadan, Ibadan 
• University of Nigeria, Nsukka 
• Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile-Ife 
• Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria 
• University of Lagos, Lagos 
• University of Benin, Benin City 
• Bayero University, Kano 
• University of Calabar, Calabar 
• University of Ilorin, Ilorin 
• University of Jos, Jos 
• University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri 
• Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto 
• University of Port- Harcourt, Port- Harcourt 
• Federal University of Technology, Owerri 
• Federal University of Technology, Akure 
• Modibbo Adama University of Technology, Yola 
• Federal University of Technology, Minna 
• Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna 
• University of Abuja, 
• Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi 
• University of Agriculture, Makurdi 
• Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta 
• Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
• University of Uyo, Uyo 
• Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike 
• National Open University of Nigeria, Lagos 
• Fed. Univ. of Petroleum Resources, Effurun 
• Federal University, Lokoja, Kogi State 2011
• Federal University, Lafia, Nasarawa State 
• Federal University, Kashere, Gombe State 
• Federal University, Wukari, Taraba State 
• Federal University, Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State 
• Federal University, Dutse, Jigawa State 
• Federal University, Ndufu-Alike, Ebonyi State 
• Federal University, Oye-Ekiti, Ekiti State 
• Federal University, Otuoke, Bayelsa 
• The Nigeria Police Academy, Wudil, Kano State 
• Federal University, Birnin-Kebbi, Kebbi 
• Federal University, Gusau, Zamfara 
• Federal University, Gashua, Yobe 
• Nigeria Maritine University Okerenkoko, Delta State 
• Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna 
• Nigerian Army University, Biu 
• Federal University of Health Science, Otukpo, Benue State 
• Federal University of Agriculture, Zuru, Kebbi State.
• Rivers State University of Science & Technology, Port Harcourt 
• Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma
• Abia State University, Uturu 
• Enugu State University of Science & Tech, Enugu 
• Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago-Iwoye 
• Ekiti State University, Ado-Ekiti. (formerly University of Ado-Ekiti) 
• Lagos State University, Ojo, Lagos 
• Ladoke Akintola University of Technology, Ogbomoso 1990
• Imo State University, Owerri 
• Benue State University, Makurdi 
• Delta State University, Abraka 
• 12 Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba- Akoko 1999
• Kogi State University, Anyigba 
• Niger-Delta University, Yenagoa 
• Anambra State University, Uli 
• Kano University of Science & Technology, Wudil 
• Ebonyi State University, Abakaliki 
• Nasarawa State University, Keffi 
• Adamawa State University, Mubi 
• Gombe State University, Gombe 
• Kaduna State University, Kaduna 
• Cross River University of Technology, Calabar 
• Plateau State University, Bokkos 
• Ondo State University of Technology, Okiti Pupa. 
• Ibrahim Babangida University, Lapai, Niger State 
• Tai Solarin University of Education, Ijagun 
• Umaru Musa Yar’Adua University, Katsina 
• Bukar Abba Ibrahim University, Damaturu Yobe State 
• Kebbi State University of Science and Technology, Aliero 
• Osun State University, Osogbo 
• Taraba State University, Jalingo 
• Kwara State University, Ilorin 
• Sokoto State University, Sokoto 
• Akwa Ibom State University, Ikot Ikpaden 
• Ignatius Ajuru University of Education, Rumuolumeni 
• Bauchi State University, Gadau 
• Northwest University, Kano 
• The Technical University, Ibadan 
• Jigawa State University, Kafin Hausa 
• Ondo State University of Medical Sciences
• Edo University, Iyamho 
• Eastern Palm University, Ogboko 
• University of Africa for Bayelsa 
• Borno State University 
• Moshood Abiola University of Science and Technology, Abeokuta 
• Gombe State University of Science and Technology, Kumo 
• Zamfara State University, Talata-Mafara 
• Bayelsa Medical University Yenagoa, Bayelsa State 
• Confluence University of Science and Technology, Osara, Kogi State 
• University of Delta, Agbor, Delta State 
• University of Science and Technology, Delta State 
• Ozoro Dennis Osedebe University, Asaba, Delta State 

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Eligibility Requirements of The Bridge Scholarship 

To be eligible for this scholarship, then you must meet the following requirements 

1. Nationality: The scholarship is open to citizens from Nigeria.
2. Admission: You will be admitted to study an undergraduate course in any accredited public university within the country 
3. Community Participation: You must be someone who is actively involved in community development services and activities 
4. Academic Grade: You  must have an excellent academic record of a minimum of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/4.0
5. Personality: You must be someone with integrity and perseverance in overcoming challenges.

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Documents Needed for The Bridge Scholarship 

The following documents are needed for the bridge scholarship

• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal Statement 
• WAEC/NECO ( for year 1 students)
• Jamb Result ( for year 1 students)
• Admission Letter
• Valid ID ( NIN or Voter’s Card)
• Two Letters of Recommendation 
• Identification Letter and academic standing from your Head of Department 
• Academic records showing your overall CGPA( for old students)

How to Apply for The Bridge Scholarship 

To apply for the 2024 Bridge Scholarship, make sure to follow these guidelines carefully 

1. Download Scholarship Application Form: Download the doc application form to get started.
2. Fill out Personal Information: Fill out the application form form starting with your personal information 
3. Fill out Academic Information: Fill out your academic details starting from your study institution, course of study, Level of Study and CGPA
4. Upload Documents: merge all the required documents in one pdf file and upload.
5. Submit: Review your application, make necessary corrections and submit.

Final Thought

The Bridge Scholarship was founded by Dr Ogonna Nwajiobi and other members of the board of trustees to raise and empower men and women from economically challenged backgrounds to better the lives of their families, communities and nations.

The foundation organizes the bridge scholarship annually to reach its goal; since its inception, many students have benefited from its scholarship program. In 2023, up to 29 scholars were awarded this scholarship opportunity.

The application date and deadline for the 2024 Bright Scholarship are  August 1, 2024, to September 13, 2024. Therefore, you are advised to apply early to avoid missing out on this great opportunity.

Ensure you complete the application form before the deadline, as an incomplete application will not be considered. 

At the end of the application phase, you and other selected applicants will be contacted via email for an interview/ screening exercise. Members of the board of trustees will conduct the screening exercise.

The final results will be announced immediately after the interview/ screening exercise. If you are selected, the scholarship benefits will cover everything you need throughout your study program.