The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, has announced the 2024 NCPWD Undergraduate Scholarship for Nigerian students with disabilities. This scholarship, administered by the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), offers a full-tuition award to successful applicants, aimed at promoting access to higher education for persons with disabilities.
Benefits:
The primary benefit of the NCPWD Undergraduate Scholarship is the full coverage of tuition fees for successful candidates. The funds will be paid directly to the student’s institution, alleviating the financial burden of higher education and enabling students to focus on their studies without concerns about tuition costs.
Eligibility:
To qualify for the NCPWD Undergraduate Scholarship, applicants must meet the following criteria: they must be persons with disabilities, currently enrolled in a public tertiary institution in Nigeria, and maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average (CGPA) of 2.5. The program is designed to support indigent students with disabilities, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder their educational progress.
Application process:
To apply for the NCPWD Undergraduate Scholarship, interested candidates must draft an application letter and gather the required documents. These should be submitted via email to the provided address: scholarship@ncpwd.gov.ng. Applicants can also contact the NCPWD for more details using the phone number +2349034326779, which is available for SMS and WhatsApp communication. For additional information, the NCPWD website offers further guidance. Apply here.
Application deadline: November 30, 2024.
