Applications are now open for the 2026 Michael Taiwo Scholarship for qualified and ambitious African students seeking to pursue postgraduate studies abroad.
The Michael Taiwo Scholarship is designed to support outstanding graduates and final-year students through comprehensive mentorship and financial assistance for standardized tests and graduate school applications. The program helps participants prepare for admission into top universities in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Europe, and Australia.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Michael Taiwo Foundation
- Category: Postgraduate Scholarships | Masters Scholarships | PhD Scholarships
- Eligible Countries: African Countries
- Reward: Study Abroad Mentorship | GRE/GMAT Fees | TOEFL/IELTS Fees | Application Fee Support
- Deadline: June 29, 2026
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Scholarship Details
The Michael Taiwo Foundation has announced the commencement of applications for its 2026 Graduate School Application Scholarship Program. The application portal is scheduled to open at 8:00 AM PST on June 16, 2026, and will close at 8:00 AM PST on June 29, 2026.
Through this initiative, the Foundation seeks to empower bright and highly motivated students from underserved communities by providing mentorship and support throughout the graduate school application process. The scholarship aims to increase access to world-class postgraduate education by helping applicants overcome financial barriers associated with standardized testing and international university applications.
The Foundation adopts a holistic review process and encourages eligible candidates to apply regardless of their academic background or GPA profile.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the Michael Taiwo Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a recent university graduate from any discipline or field of study.
- Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply.
- Ideally possess a minimum CGPA of 4.0 on a 5-point scale or its equivalent.
- Final-year students should have attained a comparable CGPA by the end of their penultimate academic year.
- Demonstrate strong motivation and commitment to pursuing postgraduate studies abroad.
- Meet all application requirements outlined by the Foundation.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the Michael Taiwo Scholarship will receive:
- Study abroad mentorship from experienced professionals and academics.
- Payment of GRE or GMAT registration fees.
- Payment of TOEFL or IELTS examination fees.
- Coverage of up to six graduate school application fees.
- Funding for four additional score report submissions.
- Guidance throughout the graduate school admission process.
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- Completed application form.
- Academic transcripts.
- Personal statement or application essays.
- Academic curriculum vitae (CV).
- Letters of recommendation.
How to Apply
To apply for the Michael Taiwo Scholarship:
- Visit the scholarship application webpage.
- Complete the online application form carefully.
- Upload all required supporting documents.
- Ensure your academic transcripts are submitted, as they will be verified before any scholarship award is granted.
- Submit your application before the closing date.
- Only complete and accurate applications will be considered.
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