The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, has announced the 2024 NCPWD Undergraduate Scholarship for Nigerian students with disabilities. This is a full scholarship that covers the entire tuition fees of the selected candidates, which are paid directly to the institution where the student is enrolled.
The scholarship is aimed at helping students with disabilities who are studying at public tertiary institutions in Nigeria. It offers financial support to ensure that these students can continue their education without the burden of tuition fees.
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), under the supervision of the Federal Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management, and Social Development, invites eligible applicants to apply for this scholarship. This opportunity is specifically designed for students with disabilities who are in need of financial assistance to complete their undergraduate education.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for the 2024 NCPWD Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a person with disabilities.
- Be a registered student at any public university, polytechnic, or college of education in Nigeria.
- Maintain a minimum of a 2.5 CGPA.
Benefits
The NCPWD Scholarship will cover the full tuition fees of the successful candidates. The payment will be made directly to the candidate’s school, ensuring that the students can focus on their studies without worrying about the cost of education.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants need to provide the following documents:
- An application letter
- A recent full picture
- A valid phone number
- Academic transcript (if available)
- A letter of identification from the applicant’s local government area (L.G.A.)
- A letter of identification from the applicant’s head of department (H.O.D.)
- A copy of the admission letter from the institution.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified applicants should submit their applications here along with the required documents by November 30, 2024. This is the final deadline, so applicants are encouraged to complete their submissions as soon as possible to avoid missing out on this opportunity.
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