Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation Offers Scholarships to Nigerian Students
The Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation has announced its scholarship program for students enrolled in state secondary schools across Nigeria, aimed at breaking down educational barriers for underprivileged communities.
Chris Oyeoku Okafor 
The Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation has officially launched its scholarship program for students currently enrolled in state secondary schools throughout Nigeria. The foundation aims to break down educational barriers for underprivileged communities, providing essential support to individuals facing financial challenges to pursue their education effectively.
The scholarships are available to applicants at various levels, including secondary, tertiary (undergraduate and postgraduate), polytechnic, and vocational institutes across the country. Candidates who meet specific eligibility criteria will be considered for financial assistance aimed at facilitating academic success.
Eligibility Criteria
According to the foundation's official website, applicants must fulfill at least one of the following criteria:
- Common Entrance Performance: Candidates should demonstrate strong performance in their Common Entrance examinations.
- Academic Credentials: Applicants must possess outstanding academic records in their current secondary school.
- Current Student Status: Individuals should be currently enrolled as students or have been registered as students within the past year.
- Domicile: Candidates must be residents of Nigeria.
- Age Limit: Applicants must be under the age of 25.
- Academic Performance: Candidates must have a minimum GPA of 4.0 on a 5-point scale (or equivalent if using a different grading system).
Notably, final-year undergraduates are also eligible for the Ruth Titilayo Foundation Undergraduate Scholarship.
Value of the Scholarship
The Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation provides substantial financial support through its scholarship program, which includes:
- A tuition allowance of up to ₦100,000 per academic year.
- A maintenance allowance of up to ₦15,000.
Application Process
Interested candidates can apply for the scholarship by following a structured application process:
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Online Application: Complete and submit the online application form available on the foundation’s website: Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation Scholarship.
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Documentation: Attach required documents, including:
- Current school results.
- Two reference letters from tutors.
- A personal statement and any other supporting documents.
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Email Submission: Email all supporting documents to secondary.grants@ruthtitilayofoundation.org with the applicant’s full name as the subject line.
Reports indicate that the application window is open from October 1st, 2024, to October 31st, 2024. Shortlisted candidates will be notified starting November 11th, 2024, with interviews scheduled for December 2024.
The scholarship program offered by the Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation extends beyond secondary education, providing additional support to students in tertiary institutions, vocational programs, and polytechnics across Nigeria.
For more information on the scholarship program and application details, interested individuals are encouraged to visit the official Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation website: Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation Scholarship.
