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First Technical University (Tech-U) Josephus Foundation Scholarship 2020/2021

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Emmanuel Charles

Senior Admissions Analyst

October 26, 2020

First Technical University (Tech-U), Ibadan, has opened applications for the 2020/2021 Josephus Foundation Scholarship. Endowed by the University Chancellor, Chief (Dr.) Tunde Afolabi, MFR, this competitive award supports exceptionally brilliant but indigent students who cannot afford tertiary education.

First Tech-U Josephus Foundation scholarship for 2020/2021

What the Scholarship Covers

  • The Josephus Foundation Scholarship covers tuition and accommodation fees only for the duration of your degree programme (subject to maintaining a minimum 3.50 CGPA annually).
  • Beneficiaries are responsible for paying the one-time municipal and service charges outlined in the Tech-U Undergraduate School Fees Structure (PDF).

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have accepted admission—or be under consideration for admission (via UTME, JUPEB, or Direct Entry)—into any degree programme at First Technical University, Ibadan for the 2020/2021 session.
  • Possess at least five (5) O'Level credit passes in one sitting only in English Language, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, and Biology/Agricultural Science/Geography.
  • Direct Entry applicants must additionally hold at least a Credit grade at Advanced Level in any three (3) relevant science subjects.
  • Perform satisfactorily in the University Scholarship Screening Examination.
  • Maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.50 each academic year to renew the award.

How to Apply

Submit your online application via the official Tech-U Scholarships Portal.

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Candidate Comments & Inquiries (2)

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Jessica Adeleke

Aug 22, 2026

Can a student from outside Oyo State apply for the Josephus Foundation Scholarship at Tech-U?

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Mentra Admissions Team

Aug 22, 2026

Yes Jessica! Unlike the Oyo State LGA scholarship scheme, the Chancellor's Josephus Foundation Scholarship is open to brilliant indigent students from any state in Nigeria admitted into Tech-U.

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