The Bridge Foundation University Scholarship Award is a N700 million annual initiative by WealthBridge Financial Services (Holdings) Limited designed to empower outstanding Nigerian undergraduates while building a pipeline of future-ready talent.
The programme supports penultimate-year university students with academic funding, mentorship, and internship opportunities, aligning with WealthBridge’s commitment to human capital development and corporate social responsibility.
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When is the Application Deadline:
January 15, 2026
Tell Me About The Scholarship:
The Bridge Foundation Universities Scholarship Programme is a ₦700 million annual initiative by WealthBridge Financial Services (Holdings) Limited, created to support and empower outstanding Nigerian undergraduates. The programme is designed to build a strong pipeline of future-ready leaders in STEM and Business-related fields across selected Nigerian universities.
Beyond financial support, the scholarship focuses on mentorship, leadership development, and internship opportunities, aligning with WealthBridge’s commitment to human capital development and corporate social responsibility.
Which Fields are Eligible?
- STEM disciplines
- Non-STEM / Business-related disciplines
Type:
Merit-Based Undergraduate Scholarship with Mentorship & Internship Support
Who Can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be a 100 or 200 level undergraduate student
- Be enrolled in one of the partner universities in Nigeria
- Have a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5.0 scale (or equivalent)
- Possess a clean disciplinary record
- Be willing to intern at WealthBridge if selected
Eligibility Requirements:
Depending on level of study:
For 100 Level Students:
- UTME score
- Post-UTME score
For 200 Level Students:
- Academic transcript
All Applicants Must:
- Pass a screening examination
- Submit a 1-minute video expression of interest
- Provide a recommendation from department and university
- Show proven academic, intellectual, and extracurricular leadership
Required Documents:
- Academic transcript (200 level students)
- UTME & Post-UTME results (100 level students)
- Comprehensive CV or student profile
- Endorsement letter from home university
- Letter from the Dean of Student Affairs (DSA)
- Evidence of extracurricular and leadership achievements
How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Academic excellence
- Leadership and extracurricular involvement
- Performance in the screening examination
- Quality of recommendations and submitted documents
- Alignment with the programme’s leadership and internship objectives
Which Countries Are Eligible?
Nigeria only
Where will the Scholarship be Taken?
Partner universities across Nigeria
How Many Awards?
- 33 STEM recipients
- 33 Non-STEM recipients
(From 11 partner universities)
What are the Benefits of the Scholarship?
- Undergraduate academic funding
- Structured mentorship
- Internship opportunities with WealthBridge
- Leadership and career development support
How Long Will the Scholarship Last?
Not specified
(Subject to programme terms and continued eligibility.)
How to Apply:
Interested and eligible students should apply through the official Bridge Foundation Scholarship application portal when applications open.
