Scholarships & Support Programmes | Let's Build The Child Foundation
EDUCATIONAL PATHWAYS

Scholarships & Support Programmes

Three structured pathways helping ambitious Nigerian students access, continue, and complete their tertiary education.

PATHWAY 1 • NEWLY ADMITTED

Freshers Scholarship

Current Cycle Deadline: Sept 30th

For candidates who have recently secured admission into an accredited public Nigerian university or polytechnic and need financial support to begin their academic journey without delay.

Quick Answer: The Freshers Scholarship provides full undergraduate tuition support and mentorship for newly admitted 100L or ND1 students in accredited Nigerian public tertiary institutions. It is specifically tailored for high-achieving secondary school graduates facing financial hardship who need assistance to commence their higher education.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Admitted into a public tertiary institution (University or Polytechnic) in Nigeria.
  • Verified financial need & community attestation.
  • Minimum 5 credits in WAEC/NECO (including Maths & English) in one sitting.
  • Age between 16 and 25 years.
  • Commitment to leadership & character development workshops.

Required Documents

  • Tertiary Institution Admission Letter
  • Official JAMB Result Slip
  • O'Level WAEC/NECO Result (1 Sitting)
  • Birth Certificate / Age Declaration
  • Local Government Area (LGA) Identification
  • Two Recommendation Letters (Principal / Community Leader)
PATHWAY 2 • CONTINUING STUDENTS

Returning Students Renewal

Annual Renewal Window

For continuing undergraduate students who have completed at least one academic session and wish to sustain their scholarship by maintaining academic excellence.

Quick Answer: The Returning Students Renewal pathway offers continuous scholarship funding for returning undergraduates in Nigerian public universities and polytechnics. To qualify for annual renewal, scholars must maintain a cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.50 or higher alongside exemplary character conduct.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Enrolled full-time in an accredited public tertiary institution.
  • Completed at least one (1) full academic session.
  • Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.50 / 5.00.
  • Clean disciplinary record & exemplary conduct.

Conditions for Renewal

  • Maintain the required minimum 3.50 CGPA.
  • Pass all registered course units each semester.
  • Prompt submission of official academic transcripts.
  • Active participation in Foundation mentorship engagements.
PATHWAY 3 • ENTRANCE EXAM AID

UTME Financial Aid

Registration Grant Window

Direct financial relief for promising secondary school graduates preparing for UTME / JAMB matriculation examinations who face fee registration roadblocks.

Quick Answer: UTME Financial Aid covers registration fees for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) UTME examination for promising secondary school graduates in Nigeria. It provides financial relief to candidate families ensuring financial constraints do not prevent students from taking university entrance exams.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Secondary school graduate with strong academic standing.
  • Verified financial constraint preventing JAMB fee payment.
  • Attestation letter from Secondary School Principal.

Required Entry Documents

  • O'Level WAEC/NECO Statement of Result
  • Birth Certificate or LGA Identification
  • Principal Recommendation Letter
TRANSPARENT WORKFLOW

How We Review & Award Scholarships

Our 4-stage selection workflow ensures complete integrity, objectivity, and merit-driven awarding.

1

Application Submission

Submit complete application form and credentials before deadline.

2

Document Verification

Verification of WAEC/NECO/JAMB results and financial need attestations.

3

Shortlist & Interview

Shortlisted candidates participate in a panel interview evaluating character and vision.

4

Award & Mentorship

Scholars receive tuition funding and are paired with executive mentors.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Everything You Need to Know About Application & Eligibility

Find answers to common questions about undergraduate scholarships, CGPA requirements, JAMB fee aid, and required application documents.

Who is eligible for the Freshers Scholarship?
The Freshers Scholarship is available to newly admitted 100L (university) or ND1 (polytechnic) undergraduate students enrolled in accredited Nigerian public tertiary institutions who demonstrate strong academic standing and verified financial need.
What is the minimum CGPA required to renew the Returning Students scholarship?
Continuing undergraduate scholars must maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 3.50 or higher (or equivalent first-class/second-class upper standing) and uphold exemplary character conduct to qualify for annual scholarship renewal.
What does UTME Financial Aid cover?
UTME Financial Aid covers registration fees for the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) UTME examination for promising secondary school graduates in Nigeria facing financial hardship.
What documents are required to apply?
Required application documents include an official admission letter to an accredited Nigerian public tertiary institution, WAEC/NECO Statement of Results or academic transcripts, proof of state/LGA identification, recent passport photographs, valid student or government ID, and a brief statement of financial need and academic goals.