Unubiko Foundation announces its 2025/2026 scholarship scheme aimed at supporting deserving Abia students in tertiary institutions across Nigeria, as well as non-Abians in Abia State. This initiative promotes educational advancement, particularly for the girl-child, through various programmes focused on education, healthcare, and community development.
Application Deadline:
- 5 March 2026
Tell Me About The Award:
The Unubiko Foundation Scholarship is a fully funded initiative supporting deserving Nigerian students enrolled in tertiary institutions. It covers tuition, accommodation, living stipends, and study expenses. The program is designed to promote educational advancement, especially for underprivileged communities and the girl-child.
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Which Fields are Eligible?
Eligible programmes include:
- Accountancy
- Agricultural Science
- Architecture
- Business Administration/Economics
- Computer Science
- Education Technology
- Environmental Studies/Surveying
- Geology/Geophysics/Geo Informatics
- Law
- Mass Communication/Journalism
- Engineering
- Dentistry
- Pharmacy
- Medicine/Surgery
Type:
- Undergraduate Scholarship | Fully Funded | Merit & Need-based.
Who can Apply?
Applicants must:
- Be full-time students in a Nigerian tertiary institution (University, Polytechnic, or College of Education).
- Be of Abia State origin in any state/federal institution across Nigeria OR be a non-Abian residing in Abia State as a student.
- Meet minimum CGPA requirements:
- University category: 4.0/5.0 or equivalent.
- Polytechnic category: 3.5/4.0 or equivalent.
- College of Education category: 4.0/5.0 or equivalent.
- Have at least six O-level credits (including English and Mathematics) in one sitting.
How are Applicants Selected?
- Based on academic merit (CGPA thresholds).
- Verification of origin/residency in Abia State.
- Screening test conducted by the foundation.
- Accuracy and completeness of submitted documents.
- Multiple applications will lead to automatic disqualification.
Which Countries Are Eligible?
- Nigeria only.
Where will the Award be Taken?
- At state and federal-owned tertiary institutions across Nigeria.
How Many Awards?
- Not specified (multiple awards across three categories: University, Polytechnic, College of Education).
What is the Benefit of the Award?
- Full tuition fees covered.
- Accommodation support.
- Living stipends.
- Study expenses covered.
How Long Will the Award Last?
- For the 2026 academic session (renewal may depend on performance and program rules).
How to Apply:
- Prepare clear scanned copies of required documents:
- Passport photograph (450px by 450px, not more than 200kb).
- School ID card.
- Admission letter.
- Birth certificate (or attestation).
- O’ Level result (WAEC, NECO, NABTEB).
- JAMB result.
- Local Government Area letter of identification.
- Signed school verification form.
- Visit the Unubiko Foundation Scholarship Portal.
- Complete the online application form accurately.
- Upload all required documents.
- Submit before 5 March 2026.
