The Alex Otti Foundation (AOF) has opened applications for its 2020/2021 Tertiary Education Scholarship Scheme. The programme provides financial support to brilliant, indigent undergraduate students residing in Abia State.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be a 2nd-year (200 Level) student enrolled in any government-owned (Federal or State) tertiary institution in Nigeria.
- Have achieved a minimum CGPA of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale for universities (or its equivalent for polytechnics and colleges of education) in your 100 Level session.
- Must be a current resident of Abia State (open to both native indigenes and non-indigenes whose families reside in Abia State, even if schooling outside the state).
- Exclusion: Siblings (sharing the same parents) of current Alex Otti Foundation scholars are not eligible to apply until their sibling's scholarship expires.
Required Documents and Essay
- 100 Level Statement of Result: Duly signed by your Department or Faculty Admin Officer (representing the Registrar).
- Proof of Abia Residency: A letter of recognition from your community or religious leader, or your family's electricity utility bills for the last three (3) months.
- 900-Word Essay: Explaining (a) why you deserve the scholarship, (b) your leadership qualities, and (c) how your education will benefit Abia State and Nigeria in the future.
- Valid Identification: Government or school ID card.
How to Apply and Deadline
Submit your online application via the Alex Otti Foundation Application Portal or visit alexottifoundation.org for full instructions.
Applications close at midnight on 3rd February, 2021. Incomplete applications will not be processed.
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