The DFW Branch of the Great Ife Alumni Association is a community of graduates from Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Nigeria. This group is dedicated to supporting its alma mater by providing opportunities for current students to thrive. Their annual scholarship program aims to assist academically outstanding but financially disadvantaged students. The initiative reflects the alumni’s commitment to empowering future leaders and addressing the financial challenges of university education.
| Institution/Organisation | DFW Great Ife Alumni Association |
| Type | Undergraduate Scholarship |
| Funded | Partially Funded |
| Study in | Nigeria |
| Deadline | December 31, 2024 |
The Great Ife Alumni 2025 Scholarship is a need-based annual award aimed at supporting undergraduate students of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, Nigeria. This scholarship is open to students who have demonstrated academic excellence, with a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 5.0 scale, and have completed their 100-level courses. The program provides financial assistance for tuition, living expenses, and accommodation. Applicants must submit necessary documents, including a statement of purpose, transcripts, and a resume. The scholarship committee evaluates candidates based on academic performance and their alignment with the scholarship goals.
Eligible Countries:
- Nigeria
Benefits:
- Coverage of tuition fees
- Stipends for living expenses
- Assistance with accommodation
- Other related costs
Program Duration:
Covers the remaining duration of the recipient’s undergraduate study, subject to annual review.
Requirements:
- Must be a current student at Obafemi Awolowo University, enrolled in a bachelor’s degree program.
- Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 5.0 scale.
- Successfully complete and pass all registered 100-level courses.
- Submit all required documents, including transcripts, a resume, and a career-focused statement.
- Meet all character and eligibility standards set by the scholarship committee.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official DFW Great Ife Alumni Association website: dfw.greatifealumni.org.
- Complete the online application form before December 31, 2024.
- Ensure all fields in the form are filled accurately, and use your university-assigned email for correspondence.
- Attach the required documents, including academic transcripts, a current resume, a passport photograph, and a two-page statement of purpose.
- Await communication from the scholarship committee regarding the application status.
For further inquiries, email: scholarship@dfw.greatifealumni.org
FAQs:
Undergraduate students at Obafemi Awolowo University who meet the eligibility criteria can apply.
Applications must be submitted by December 31, 2024.
The scholarship covers tuition, living stipends, accommodation, and related costs.
No, a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 5.0 scale is required.
The scholarship committee will notify successful applicants via the provided university email.