The Airtel Africa Foundation, through Airtel Nigeria, has launched the 2025 Airtel Foundation Tech Scholarship, a fully funded undergraduate scholarship program designed to invest in Nigeria’s future technology leaders. The scholarship supports high-achieving students studying ICT-related fields in selected Nigerian universities, providing them with financial relief and resources to excel academically and technically.
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When is the Application Deadline:
Not Specified
Which Fields are Eligible?
Eligible courses include:
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Data Science
- Software Engineering
- Cybersecurity
- Artificial Intelligence
- Other ICT-related disciplines
Type:
Undergraduate Scholarship | Fully Funded
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be Nigerian citizens
- Be first-year undergraduate students
- Be enrolled in one of the participating institutions
- Be studying in one of the eligible ICT-related programs
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is conducted by the Airtel Foundation from among eligible 100-level students in approved public universities. Students do not need to apply directly; beneficiaries are chosen based on academic performance and enrollment in qualifying programs.
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Which Countries Are Eligible?
Nigeria only
Where will the Award be Taken?
At participating public universities in Nigeria, including:
- University of Lagos (UNILAG)
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN)
- Ahmadu Bello University (ABU)
- University of Benin (UNIBEN)
- Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU)
- University of Ilorin (UNILORIN)
- Tai Solarin University of Education (TASUED)
How Many Awards?
A total of 100 undergraduate students will benefit from the 2025 edition.
What is the Benefit of the Award?
The Airtel Foundation Tech Scholarship covers the following throughout the beneficiary’s study period:
- Full tuition fees
- Accommodation
- Study materials
- Monthly living stipend
How Long Will the Award Last?
The scholarship lasts throughout the student’s undergraduate program, from 100 level to graduation (subject to continued good academic performance).
How to Apply:
There is no direct application for this scholarship. Beneficiaries are selected automatically from eligible first-year students in participating institutions. Students are advised to:
- Maintain excellent grades
- Verify scholarship details at their departmental offices
