The Egbe Omo Yoruba of Greater Miami Valley, USA, is now taking applications for the 2025 Scholarship awards for Students in Ohio Colleges & Universities.
You must submit your application and supporting documents on time to be considered for the Scholarship Award. Each awardee will receive $500 at the time of the award.
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When is the Application Deadline:
Friday, October 31, 2025
After this date, no application will be accepted.
Tell Me About The Award:
The Egbe Omo Yoruba of Greater Miami Valley, USA is inviting applications for the 2025 Scholarship Awards. The award supports outstanding college and university students in Ohio, USA, as well as students of Yoruba descent in Nigeria, who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership potential, and financial need.
Each awardee will receive $500 (Ohio-based award) or the Naira equivalent of $250 USD (Nigeria-based award) at the time of the award. The organization is dedicated to promoting education and empowering youth of African and Yoruba descent.
Which Fields are Eligible?
All accredited fields of study at recognized colleges, universities, or polytechnics.
Type:
Undergraduate and postgraduate scholarship awards.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be enrolled in an accredited College or University in Ohio, USA, or in a recognized tertiary institution in Nigeria.
- Have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 3.75/5.0.
- Be of African descent, preferably Yoruba.
- Demonstrate financial need through a short written essay.
- Submit an official or unofficial transcript showing academic performance.
- Provide one letter of recommendation from an academic staff member who knows their character and performance.
- Note: Family members or relatives of Egbe Omo Yoruba of Greater Miami Valley members are not eligible to apply.
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Academic achievement
- Financial need
- Strength of the personal statement
- Recommendation letter
Shortlisted candidates may be invited for virtual interviews via Zoom before final selection.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Open to:
- Students in the State of Ohio, USA
- Students of Yoruba descent in Nigeria
Where will the Award be Taken?
📍 At students’ respective institutions in Ohio, USA, and Nigeria.
How Many Awards?
Several awards are granted each year to deserving students.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
💵 Ohio-based recipients: $500
💵 Nigeria-based recipients: $250 (₦370,000 equivalent)
🏅 Recognition for academic excellence and community engagement.
How Long Will the Award Last?
One-time financial award for the 2025 academic year.
How to Apply:
- Visit the official website: 🔗 http://www.voiceofyoruba.org
- Access the 2025 Scholarship Application Form.
- Complete the form accurately and attach all required documents:
- Academic transcript
- Personal statement (financial need essay)
- Recommendation letter
- Submit your application by Friday, October 31, 2025.
Visit the Award Webpage for Details:
👉 http://www.voiceofyoruba.org
EGBE OMO YORUBA OF GREATER MIAMI VALLEY 2024 Scholarship Award Recipients
1. Ms. Oladipo, Ayobami – Doctoral Student in Materials Science & Engineering,
University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio
2. Ms. Oderinde, Oluwatoyin – Undergraduate Student in Manufacturing
Engineering with Minor in Nuclear Engineering, Central State University
Wilberforce, Ohio
3. Ms. Odole, Victoria – Undergraduate Student in Biology, The Ohio State
University, Columbus, Ohio
EGBE OMO YORUBA OF GREATER MIAMI VALLEY 2023 Scholarship Award Recipients
1. Ms. Esther Adeyemi – Graduate Student in Engineering Management, University
of Dayton, Dayton Ohio
2. Mr. Joshua Adesina – Graduate Student in Welding Engineering, Ohio State
University, Columbus Ohio
3. Mr. Habeeb Sani – Graduate Student in Industrial Engineering, Wright State
University, Dayton, Ohio
4. Mr. Adedayo Aruwajoye – Graduate Student in Engineering Management,
University of Dayton, Dayton, Ohio.
