The University of Lagos (UNILAG) has opened applications for the UNILAG Emerging Leaders Scholarship, a competitive award created to support exceptional undergraduate students who demonstrate strong academic performance, leadership qualities, and financial need.
The scholarship empowers students to focus on academics, service, and personal development while reducing financial pressure.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: University of Lagos (UNILAG)
- Eligible Institution: UNILAG Only
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarships | Leadership Scholarships | Need-Based Scholarships
- Eligible Levels: 100 Level | 200 Level | 300 Level
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: Financial Support | Mentorship | Leadership Recognition
- Deadline: Not Specified
Scholarship Details
The UNILAG Emerging Leaders Scholarship is designed to identify and support outstanding UNILAG students who have shown potential for leadership and community impact. The program encourages students to maintain strong academic performance while actively contributing to society through leadership roles within the university or their external communities.
This award seeks to reduce the financial burden on deserving students and to improve their access to mentorship, leadership development programs, and networking opportunities. It is open to students across all departments and faculties in UNILAG who meet the eligibility criteria and can demonstrate both leadership involvement and financial need.
Eligibility Criteria
To be considered for the UNILAG Emerging Leaders Scholarship, applicants must:
General Requirements
- Be a fully registered student in the University of Lagos
- Be in 100 Level, 200 Level, or 300 Level
- Have a minimum of Second Class Lower (2.2) CGPA
- Be able to demonstrate financial need
Leadership Requirement
Applicants must show verifiable evidence of leadership participation such as:
- Class representative roles
- Membership in departmental or faculty associations
- Community leadership positions
- NGO volunteer roles
- Religious youth leadership
- Participation in community development or social impact projects
Scholarship Benefits
Successful applicants of the UNILAG Emerging Leaders Scholarship will receive:
- Financial assistance to support academic expenses
- Recognition as a UNILAG Emerging Leader
- Access to mentorship opportunities
- Networking with faculty and student leaders
- Priority access to leadership trainings and developmental programs
- A stronger academic and career profile
Required Documents
To apply for this scholarship, applicants must prepare to submit:
- UNILAG student ID card
- Most recent CGPA results or academic transcript
- Proof of leadership involvement (certificates, letters, photos, or membership confirmations)
- Financial need statement
- Evidence of parent/guardian income (if applicable)
- Passport photograph
How to Apply
To apply for the UNILAG Emerging Leaders Scholarship:
- Prepare all required documents ahead of time
- Write a concise leadership statement explaining your roles, impact, and motivation
- Visit the official application portal or check:
- UNILAG scholarship portal
- Departmental notice boards
- Faculty announcements
- Student Affairs Division updates
- Complete all required fields and submit your application
- Ensure your application is submitted before the deadline
Once the official link is made available, applicants should update their records and proceed with submission.
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