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Scholarship Alert: The Bridge Scholarship 2026/2027 (Nigeria)

The Bridge Scholarship Programme is now open for applications for the 2026/2027 academic year, offering a life-changing opportunity for intelligent but financially disadvantaged students in Nigeria to access quality university education.

This scholarship goes beyond tuition support—it adopts a holistic approach, providing mentorship, leadership development, and career guidance to help scholars succeed academically and professionally until graduation.

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Scholarship Overview

• Programme: The Bridge Scholarship 2026/2027
• Location: Nigeria
• Eligible Schools: Public Universities in Nigeria
• Application Opens: August 1, 2026
• Deadline: September 12, 2026 (11:59 PM WAT)

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Eligibility Criteria

To qualify, applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled in a public university in Nigeria
• Be in Year 1 up to the penultimate year of their degree
• Demonstrate financial need
• Maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.5/5.0
• Show resilience, integrity, and perseverance
• Be actively involved in community service or extracurricular activities
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to completing their degree

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Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive:

• 💰 Financial support for educational expenses
• 🤝 Mentorship and guidance
• 🚀 Career and leadership development opportunities
• 📚 Continuous support until graduation

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Application Requirements

Applicants must submit the following (merged into ONE PDF):

• Valid ID (e.g., NIN, Voter’s Card)
• Admission letter (JAMB or University)
• ✍️ Personal Statement (max 500 words) – describing a major challenge and how you handled it
• JAMB result (Year 1 only)
• WAEC/NECO result (Year 1 only)
• Academic transcript/record (mandatory for non-Year 1 students)
• Departmental letter confirming academic standing
• Two recommendation letters
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Proof of leadership (if available)

📌 Important Instructions:

• All documents must be typed, signed, and addressed to “The Bridge Scholarship Board”
• Merge documents in the exact order listed
• File name must be Your First Name + Last Name
• Applications that do not follow instructions will be disqualified
• No corrections allowed after submission

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Enquiries

For questions, contact: info@thebridgescholarships.com

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How to Apply

Submit your application via the official form below:

Apply for The Bridge Scholarship 2026/2027⁠