The OSF STEM Scholarship is a flagship opportunity designed to lift financial barriers for brilliant students from the Niger Delta. Each year, selected scholars who have met the criteria receive an annual grant of ₦600,000, structured to fully cover tuition, accommodation, textbooks, living expenses, and all essential academic costs.
Read More:
- SOAS Master’s Scholarships (International) 2026/27 Offers 150 Awards Valued at £8,000 for Each Student
- Mathias Corvinus Collegium (MCC) Scholarship at Modul University Vienna in Austria 2026/27
- Bond University Transformer Scholarship 2026 in Australia: Applications Are Open for All Countries Worldwide
- Here Are Over 60 Universities That Don’t Require Any Application Fees
- €10,000 Critical Pathways Fellowship 2026 at Utrecht University, Netherlands: Now Open (covers travel, accommodation, living expenses, and visa costs)
- New Zealand Universities Scholarships 2026-2027 for BS, MS, PhD Admissions Open
- UNIFEMGA Scholarships for Obafemi Awolowo University Muslim Students 2026 (Get 250k Per Year)
Application Window:
- April 1 – April 30, 2026
Tell Me About The Scholarship:
The OSF STEM Scholarship is a fully funded opportunity for undergraduate students from the Niger Delta region of Nigeria. It provides financial support, mentorship, and community engagement to empower students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- STEM disciplines only: Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics.
Type:
- Undergraduate Scholarship | Full Coverage + Mentorship
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be from the Niger Delta region (primarily Delta, Edo, Ondo states).
- OR be from outside these states but demonstrate extraordinary academic performance (minimum 4.0 CGPA on a 5-point scale).
- Be enrolled in Year 1 or Year 2 at a Nigerian public university OR have gained admission for the 2025–2026 academic year.
- Be pursuing a STEM programme.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Based on residency or exceptional academic performance.
- Verification of admission into a Nigerian public university.
- Academic transcripts and CGPA performance.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Nigeria only (Niger Delta focus, but open to exceptional students nationwide).
Where will the Scholarship be Taken?
- Nigerian public universities.
How Many Awards?
- Not specified; awarded annually to selected scholars.
What is the Benefit of the Scholarship?
- Financial Grant: ₦600,000 annually, covering tuition, accommodation, textbooks, living expenses, and academic costs.
- Mentorship: Monthly group sessions + individualized career coaching led by industry professionals.
- Community: A vibrant scholar network offering peer mentorship, collaboration, and lifelong connections.
How Long Will the Scholarship Last?
- Annual award, renewable for eligible first and second-year undergraduates.
How to Apply:
- Register and submit application during April 1–30, 2026.
- Provide proof of admission/enrollment in a Nigerian public university.
- Submit academic transcripts or CGPA results.
- Await screening and selection by OSF.
