Female Scholars Foundation University Scholarship 2026 for Young Nigerian Women
The Female Scholars Foundation (FSF) University Scholarship provides university sponsorship, guidance and mentorship to young women, particularly those from rural communities in Nigeria. The Foundation aims to support young women in gaining higher education and developing the skills needed to pursue professional careers.
Scholarship Details
- Scholarship: Female Scholars Foundation University Scholarship
- Provider: Female Scholars Foundation (FSF)
- Study Level: Undergraduate
- Location: Nigeria
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Target: Young female students
- Age Limit: 20 years or younger
- Institution: Public university
- JAMB Requirement: Minimum score of 240 in the 2026 UTME
- O’Level Requirement: At least five distinctions (A1–B3) in WAEC or NECO
- Selection: Merit-based
- Application Fee: Free
Benefits
Successful scholars receive
- Full tuition fees throughout their university programme
- Annual accommodation allowance
- Annual textbook allowance
- Monthly stipend
- Mentorship and networking opportunities
- International and regional internship opportunities
- Internship and job opportunities after graduation
- Private coaching
- Webinars and group retreats
- Career guidance from industry experts
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be a female student aged 20 or younger.
- Have graduated from a public secondary school.
- Have gained admission into a public university.
- Have a minimum JAMB score of 240 for the 2026 UTME.
- Have at least five distinctions (A1–B3) in WAEC or NECO.
The Foundation focuses on young women from rural communities. Its published guidance also identifies Finance, Technology, Law and Medical-related courses among the areas for applicants.
Required Documents
Applicants should provide:
- WAEC, NECO or GCE results.
- JAMB result with a minimum score of 240.
- Admission letter or proof of admission, if available.
- Completed application form.
- Motivation essay.
WAEC is preferred, but applicants without WAEC may submit their NECO results instead.
For proof of admission, a screenshot of admission status from the JAMB portal can be uploaded. Successful scholarship recipients will later be required to provide the original admission letter.
Applicants with leadership awards may also upload their certificates or provide proof during the interview.
Selection Process
The scholarship is awarded on a merit basis.
Applicants submit their academic information, required documents and motivation essay. After the documents are reviewed, shortlisted candidates are invited for an interview.
Shortlisted candidates are contacted by email or phone with details about the interview. Interviews are conducted online.
Apply here
- Visit the Female Scholars Foundation application portal.
- Click Apply Now and create a profile using the registration form.
- Log in using the email/phone number and password created during registration.
- Carefully complete the application questionnaires.
- Upload all required documents.
- Review and proofread your information.
- Submit the application.
Applicants can use Save and continue later if they need to return to the application before submitting it.
Application Checklist
Before submitting, ensure that you:
- Are 20 years old or younger.
- Are a female Nigerian student.
- Graduated from a public secondary school.
- Have gained admission into a public university.
- Have a JAMB score of at least 240 for the 2026 UTME.
- Have at least five A1–B3 distinctions in WAEC or NECO.
- Have your JAMB result ready.
- Have your WAEC, NECO or GCE result ready.
- Have your admission letter or JAMB admission-status proof.
- Prepare your motivation essay.
- Upload all required documents.
- Review your application carefully before submission.
Important Information
- The application is completely free. FSF does not charge applicants any application fee.
- Applicants who are rejected cannot reapply for the same academic year.
- Scholarship recipients receive an official award letter outlining requirements for maintaining the scholarship, including academic performance and participation in mentorship programmes.
- If you already have another scholarship, you must disclose it. Whether you can receive both depends on the terms of the other scholarship.
Conclusion
The Female Scholars Foundation University Scholarship supports eligible young Nigerian women with university tuition, accommodation and textbook support, a monthly stipend, mentorship, coaching and career opportunities.
Application Deadline
December 31, 2026
Abdulmujib Ademola Lawal is a chief editor at Edulifly, where he writes about Nigerian education, including admission opportunities into institutions across Nigeria, scholarships, career opportunities, and other important educational updates. He is passionate about helping students and graduates discover valuable opportunities and access useful, reliable information. Abdulmujib also engages with readers through comments and is available to connect via direct message.