The Muslim Scholarship Fund in Nigeria (MSFN) has announced the opening of applications for its 2025/2026 scholarship programme. This scholarship opportunity is open to eligible Muslim undergraduate students (200 Level and above) as well as public secondary school students in SS2 only from selected states in Southwestern Nigeria.
The MSFN Scholarship is designed to support academically capable students from low-income backgrounds and is structured according to zones based on applicants’ state of origin. This guide explains the eligible states, requirements, academic criteria, and key documents to prepare, helping applicants apply correctly and avoid disqualification.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Muslim Scholarship Fund in Nigeria (MSFN)
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Secondary School Scholarships
- Eligible Levels:
- Undergraduate (200 Level and above)
- Public Secondary School (SS2 only)
- Eligible States: Selected Southwestern States
Scholarship Details
The MSFN Scholarship Programme is aimed at supporting Muslim students who demonstrate strong academic potential and genuine financial need. The scholarship operates a zonal structure based on applicants’ state of origin, ensuring fair regional representation. Shortlisted applicants may be required to participate in further screening and a face-to-face interview as part of the final selection process.
Who This Scholarship Is For
The MSFN Scholarship is specifically open to:
- Undergraduate students in:
- Universities
- Polytechnics
- Colleges of Education
(200 Level and above only)
- Public secondary school students in SS2 only
- Applicants whose state of origin falls within the listed zones
Eligible Zones (Based on State of Origin)
Applicants must belong to one of the following zones, based strictly on state of origin (not school location):
- Lagos / Ogun Zone
- Lagos State
- Ogun State
- Oyo / Osun Zone
- Oyo State
- Osun State
- Kwara / Kogi Zone
- Kwara State
- Kogi State
- Ondo / Ekiti / Edo Zone
- Ondo State
- Ekiti State
- Edo State
- Endowment: General
- Priority may be given to female applicants and/or applicants with disabilities
Important: Eligibility is determined by state of origin, not the state where the applicant’s school or institution is located.
Basic Requirements
General Requirements (All Applicants)
Applicants must:
- Be a Muslim
- Be actively involved in an Islamic organisation, such as:
- MSS/MSA (campus-based)
- Local mosque activities
- Recognised Islamic or Da’wah organisations
- Come from a low-income family
- Be enrolled in a public institution or public secondary school
- Be willing to attend a physical interview if shortlisted
- Note that only successful applicants will be contacted
Undergraduate Requirements
Undergraduate applicants must meet at least one of the following academic criteria:
- Minimum CGPA of 2.0 / 4.0, or
- Minimum CGPA of 3.0 / 5.0, or
- Minimum CGPA of 4.2 / 7.0, or
- Minimum of 60% average for institutions without a GPA system
In addition:
- Applicants must attach their first semester result during application
Public Secondary School Requirements (SS2 Only)
Secondary school applicants must:
- Be in SS2 in a public secondary school
- Have a credit pass in at least five (5) subjects, including:
- English Language
- Mathematics
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How to Apply
To apply for this scholarship:
- Visit the application page
- Ensure to meet all the eligibility criteria
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