Unfazed by 27 Rejections, Nigerian Scholar Persists to Achieve Full PhD Scholarship in the US
Facing 27 rejections out of over 30 applications, Olajuyin did not waver in his pursuit of higher education in the US. He worked diligently to enhance his academic profile, sought guidance from mentors, and persistently applied for scholarships
AKACHI NOEL 
Olajuyin Olaleye Ebenezer, a determined Nigerian scholar hailing from Efon Alaaye, Ekiti state, has achieved an inspiring feat in the field of biomedical science. Graduating with a second-class upper honors (2:1) in Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science from Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) in Nigeria in 2018, Olajuyin embarked on a challenging journey to secure a fully funded PhD scholarship in the United States.
Facing 27 rejections out of over 30 applications, Olajuyin did not waver in his pursuit of higher education in the US. He worked diligently to enhance his academic profile, sought guidance from mentors, and persistently applied for scholarships.
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His unwavering determination bore fruit when the University of Maine offered him a fully funded scholarship to study Biomedical Science. Out of more than 300 applicants, Olajuyin was one of the 12 students selected for the prestigious Graduate School of Biomedical Science and Engineering (GSBSE) program.
In August 2021, Olajuyin began his PhD journey at the University of Maine, where he is currently engaged in research related to cancer, immunology, inflammation, and hematology, under the guidance of Dr. Ling Cao, an associate professor of immunology.
Olajuyin's achievement serves as a source of inspiration for countless young Nigerians aspiring to study abroad and realize their academic ambitions. He took to Twitter to express his excitement and gratitude, stating, "From Efon Alaaye to United States of America. Fully funded PhD Biomedical Sciences (University of Maine) United States of America.
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He also extended his appreciation to his mentors, family, friends, and supporters who played pivotal roles in his journey. Notably, he credited individuals such as Dr. Olufemi Adeyemi, Dr. Olusegun Ojo, Dr. Oladipo Ademuyiwa, Dr. Ling Cao, and Dr. Carol Kim for their guidance and encouragement. Olajuyin's parents, friends, and colleagues also received his heartfelt thanks.
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Olajuyin's remarkable accomplishment is a testament to the tenacity of Nigerian students who face numerous obstacles in accessing quality education and opportunities. Nigeria's low tertiary education enrollment rate and high number of out-of-school children underscore the challenges students like Olajuyin overcome to pursue their dreams.
