Application Deadline: 8 December 2024
Applications are now being accepted for the 2025 edition of the Nestlé Nigeria Community Scholarships Program. This initiative underscores Nestlé Nigeria’s dedication to nurturing the leaders of tomorrow by providing financial support to high-performing students. The scholarship is targeted at senior secondary and tertiary students pursuing Science and Technology-related courses, primarily from communities near Nestlé’s operational areas.
About the Program
Since its inception in 2020, the Nestlé Nigeria Community Scholarship has consistently provided comprehensive financial support to students in host communities. This includes covering tuition fees, accommodation, uniforms, books, and other essential expenses, ensuring beneficiaries have the necessary resources to excel academically.
Eligibility Criteria
For University Scholarship Applicants
To qualify for the university scholarship, candidates must:
- Be 100-level students enrolled in accredited universities or polytechnics.
- Be pursuing Science and Technical courses.
- Have secured at least 5 credits in WASSCE or NECO SSCE in a single sitting, including Mathematics, English, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology.
- Attain a minimum score of 200 in UTME/JAMB.
For Senior Secondary School Scholarship Applicants
To qualify for the secondary school scholarship, candidates must:
- Have achieved 5 credits in the BECE (JSS3) exams, including Mathematics, English, and Basic Science.
- Be SS1 students enrolled in Science and Technical classes in the following schools:
- Owode High School, Owode
- Remo Secondary School, Sagamu
- Methodist Comprehensive College, Sagamu
- Remo Division High School, Sagamu
- Federal Government Girls College, Sagamu
Scholarship Benefits
The Nestlé Nigeria Community Scholarship covers the full cost of:
- Tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Living expenses
- Books and other educational materials
Required Documents
Applicants must provide the following:
- Personal details
- O-Level results and grades
- UTME/JAMB score
- Expected year of graduation
For further details, visit the official webpage of the Nestlé Nigeria Community Scholarships Program.
