The U.S. Embassy in Nigeria has opened applications for the 2020 EducationUSA Opportunity Funds Program (OFP). The programme assists academically talented, low-income Nigerian students who are strong candidates for full scholarships at U.S. colleges and universities but lack the financial means to pay the upfront costs of applying.
What the Opportunity Funds Program Covers
- Registration fees for required standardized tests (such as SAT, ACT, GRE, GMAT, TOEFL, or IELTS).
- U.S. university admission application fees and credential evaluation costs.
- Free membership and intensive advising at the U.S. EducationUSA Advising Center in Abuja or Lagos.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a Nigerian citizen.
- Must have an outstanding academic record / transcript.
- Must demonstrate clear financial need (low-income family background).
- Must be fluent in the English language.
How to Apply
Select the online application link matching your degree level:
- Undergraduate Applicants: Complete the Undergraduate OFP Form
- Graduate (Master's/PhD) Applicants: Complete the Graduate OFP Form
For inquiries, email AbujaEducationusa@state.gov or LagoseducationUSA@state.gov, or visit the official U.S. Embassy Nigeria OFP webpage.
Application Deadline: 31st May 2020.
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