NIFESS Undergraduate Scholarship 2023/2024 for Nigerian University Students

Now accepting applications for the NIFESS Undergraduate Scholarship 2023/2024, available to Nigerian university students studying in the Social Sciences. This scholarship falls under the NIFESS Scholarship and Grant Trust fund (NSGTF).

The NiFESS Scholarship and Grant Trust Fund is a reserve supported by private organizations and NGOs. It aims to assist 10,000 undergraduate students and professionals in social sciences and related fields, providing financial aid to mitigate the impact of Nigeria’s economic challenges.

Scholarship Summary:

Scholarship Sponsor(s): NIFESS and partner NGOs

Host Institution(s): Nigerian Universities

Scholarship Worth:

Undergraduate Scholarship (amount unspecified)
Undergraduate Final Year Research Project Grant
Post-Graduate Scholarship (amount unspecified)
Post-Graduate Research Grant up to 1,000,000 NGN (Based on financial needs assessment and NiFESS Board approval)
Research Grant for Doctorate Degree up to 3,000,000 NGN (Subject to budget approval from NiFESS Board)
Fellows Research Allowance:
Exclusive to NiFESS Fellows
Grants up to 10,000,000 NGN for Cross-Continental and International Research Projects
Support for critical research contributing to National Growth and Development

Number of Awards: Several

Study Level: Undergraduate

Nationality: International Students

Requirements and eligibility criteria for NIFESS Undergraduate Scholarship 2023/2024 for Nigerian University Students:

Grade Point: No GPA requirement for 100 Level students; 2.75 GPA or higher for 200 Level to Final year students.
Eligible Levels: 100 Level to Final Year

Courses Eligible:

Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, Social Work, Political Science, International Relations, History and International Studies, Mass Communication, Geography, Public Administration, Local Government Studies, Legislative Studies, Archaeology, Criminology, Psychology, Social Studies, Human Resource Management, Industrial Relations and Personnel Management

Application Procedure for NIFESS Undergraduate Scholarship 2023/2024 for Nigerian University Students (How to apply);

To apply for the NIFESS Undergraduate Scholarship 2023/2024:

Register as an undergraduate member of NiFESS.
Return to the scholarship application page after becoming a member.
Submit these documents:
Copy of the original admission letter
Copy of Student’s identity card
Reference letter from the Head of Department confirming your enrollment with an official stamp.

Application Deadline: Not Stated

For more information visit the official website

NIFESS Undergraduate Scholarship 2023/2024 for Nigerian University Students