The Ajesola Solarin Majekodunmi Foundation (ASMAF) has opened applications for its 2026 Scholarship Program for Nigerian female undergraduate students who require financial assistance to pursue professional courses at public universities in Nigeria.
The ASMAF Scholarship provides financial support covering tuition, board, and upkeep for eligible beneficiaries for up to six years, depending on the course and year of award. Scholars will also have access to mentoring, life skills training, leadership development, and resources designed to support their academic and professional growth.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Ajesola Solarin Majekodunmi Foundation (ASMAF)
- Host Country: Nigeria
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: Full Scholarship | Tuition | Board & Upkeep | Mentorship | Leadership Development
- IELTS: Not Required
- Duration: Up to 6 Years
- Deadline: September 15, 2026
Scholarship Details
The ASMAF Scholarship Program is designed to provide financial assistance to deserving Nigerian female students pursuing their first tertiary qualification.
The scholarship supports students enrolled in professional courses at accredited public universities in Nigeria. The award typically covers tuition, board, and upkeep, with the exact amount determined annually by ASMAF and communicated to selected finalists.
Scholarship awards are normally provided for a full academic year and may continue throughout the student’s programme, subject to continued eligibility. Payments are generally made in instalments from semester to semester.
In addition to financial assistance, ASMAF Scholars benefit from mentoring, life skills and leadership development programmes, as well as access to resources that promote academic excellence and lifelong learning.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the ASMAF Scholarship, applicants must:
- Be a female Nigerian citizen from an indigent or financially disadvantaged background.
- Be pursuing tertiary education for the first time.
- Have gained admission to or be enrolled in a full-time accredited undergraduate programme at a public university in Nigeria.
- Be studying Medicine, Law, Actuarial Science, Engineering, Accountancy, Architecture, or another recognised professional course.
- Meet the specified financial need and academic requirements.
- Demonstrate commitment to academic and professional excellence.
- Demonstrate strong leadership potential.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful ASMAF Scholars will receive:
- Financial assistance covering tuition, board, and upkeep.
- Scholarship support for up to six years, depending on the course and year of award.
- Life skills development programmes.
- Leadership development opportunities.
- Mentoring and personal development support.
- Academic and professional growth opportunities.
- Access to resources, information, and tools that encourage academic excellence and lifelong learning.
Required Documents
Applicants should be prepared to provide:
- University admission letter from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB).
- Evidence of credit passes in the required subjects from any of the following examinations:
- General Certificate of Education (GCE).
- National Examination Council (NECO).
- West African School Certificate (WASC).
- Any other approved university qualifying examination.
- Evidence of success in any required post-JAMB examination, interview, or other admission criteria set by the university.
- Evidence of an appropriate academic record.
- Other supporting documents requested during the application process.
How to Apply
To apply for the Ajesola Solarin Majekodunmi Foundation (ASMAF) Scholarship 2026:
- Review the scholarship eligibility requirements carefully.
- Complete the ASMAF online application form.
- Provide evidence of admission into an eligible university.
- Provide evidence of your academic record and other required documents.
- Ensure your completed application package is submitted before the deadline.
- Recommenders should review the eligibility requirements before submitting their recommendations.
- Relatives are not permitted to serve as recommenders.
- Only applications submitted by the deadline will be considered.
- Successful candidates will be contacted by email for further processing.
- Kindly wait for feedback.
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