The LONG Empowerment Foundation Scholars Program offers a Tertiary Education Scholarship for Nigerian students from low-income families, providing up to ₦350,000 per academic year, renewable based on academic performance and need.
When is the Application Deadline:
📅 25th July, 2025
✅ Tell Me About the Award:
The LONG Empowerment Foundation Scholars Program provides financial support to Nigerian students from low-income families who are pursuing National Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma (HND), or Bachelor’s Degree programs at accredited institutions in Nigeria. The goal is to reduce financial barriers to higher education and support academic success.
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✅ Which Fields are Eligible?
All academic fields offered under ND, HND, and Bachelor’s Degree programs at accredited Nigerian institutions are eligible.
✅ Type:
🎓 Tertiary Education Scholarship (Need-Based, Renewable)
✅ Who Can Apply?
To be eligible, applicants must:
- Be Nigerian citizens
- Be aged 16–26 years
- Have secured admission into or be a continuing student in an accredited Nigerian ND, HND, or Bachelor’s program
- Have a household income below ₦3,000,000 per year
- Provide academic records, proof of financial need, and at least one reference letter from a credible source
✅ How are Applicants Selected?
Selection is based on:
- Verified financial need
- Strength of academic records
- Quality of the reference letter
- Applicant’s personal motivation and clarity of purpose
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
✅ Which Countries Are Eligible?
🌍 Nigeria only — open to students from all 36 states and the FCT.
✅ Where will the Award be Taken?
At any accredited Nigerian tertiary institution offering ND, HND, or Bachelor’s programs.
✅ How Many Awards?
The exact number is not specified, but multiple awards will be given to qualified candidates across Nigeria.
✅ What is the Benefit of the Award?
🎓 Up to ₦350,000 per academic year, covering:
- Tuition fees
- Academic materials
- Other education-related expenses
✅ Renewable based on academic performance and continued financial need
✅ FREE to apply — no application or processing fee
✅ How Long Will the Award Last?
The award is renewable annually until the end of your program, subject to meeting academic and financial need criteria.
✅ How to Apply:
📝 Fill out the application form and upload all required documents.
📎 Click HERE to Apply
