To strengthen healthcare manpower and invest directly in local medical training, the Kaduna State Government has partnered with Kaduna State University (KASU) to award scholarships covering full tuition fees plus a ₦20,000 monthly upkeep allowance for 241 qualified students across six health-related degree programmes.
Available Scholarship Slots by Course (241 Total)
| Degree Programme at KASU | Number of Scholarship Slots |
|---|---|
| MBBS (Medicine and Surgery) | 46 Slots |
| B.Pharm / B.Sc. Pharmacy | 55 Slots |
| B.N.Sc. (Nursing Science) | 35 Slots |
| B.Sc. Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) | 35 Slots |
| B.Sc. Radiography and Radiation Science | 35 Slots |
| Doctor of Physiotherapy (D.PT) | 35 Slots |
Eligibility Criteria and CGPA Requirement
- Must have chosen Kaduna State University (KASU) as your institution of choice.
- Must have scored at least 200 and above in the JAMB UTME.
- Must have written the correct UTME subject combination: English Language, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Must possess five (5) O'Level credit passes at not more than two (2) sittings in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics.
- Renewal Condition: Successful awardees must maintain a minimum CGPA of 3.50 at all times to retain the tuition waiver and ₦20,000 monthly stipend.
How to Apply Before April 18, 2021
Interested candidates should submit their online applications via the official Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board portal at kdsg-scholarship.com on or before Sunday, April 18, 2021.
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