Dele Awe Foundation Opens 2026 Scholarship Applications for Nigerian Students

The Dele Awe Foundation (DAF) has opened applications for its 2026 scholarship programme, offering financial assistance to roughly 100 eligible tertiary students from Nigerian communities where the Foundation operates.

Quick Overview

• Eligible applicants: Students from communities served by the Foundation.
• Eligible institutions: Accredited Nigerian universities, polytechnics and colleges of education.
• Scholarship Benefits: Tuition support and possible provision of textbooks and learning materials.
• Application deadline: October 30, 2026.
• Application method: Request an application form by sending mail to deleawefoundation@gmail.com with your (1) name (2) school and (3) year of study, or collect a form from your school's coordinator.
• Official website: Dele Awe Foundation

Secondary students may apply separately for WAEC / NECO registration sponsorship

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify, applicants must meet the following requirements:

1. Be from a Nigerian community where the Foundation operates.
2. Have admission to or be in good academic standing at an accredited Nigerian university, polytechnic or college of education.
3. Demonstrate financial need.

Scholarship Benefits

The scholarship provides financial assistance to help eligible students continue their education. The benefits include:

• Tuition support: Assistance covering tuition for the academic year paid directly to the beneficiary's institution.
• Educational materials: Selected beneficiaries may also receive textbooks and other learning materials.

The Foundation has not specified a fixed award amount in the information provided.

Secondary school students may separately enquire about sponsorship for WAEC and NECO registration.

Required Documents

Applicants are expected to prepare the following documents:

1. A completed scholarship application form obtained from the organization by mailing deleawefoundation@gmail.com with your name, school and year of study, or collect a form from your school's coordinator.
2. An admission letter or current academic results.
3. A one-page personal statement outlining educational goals.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible students can follow these steps to apply for the Dele Awe Foundation Scholarship 2026:

1. Request an application form: Email deleawefoundation@gmail.com, providing your name, institution and current year of study.
2. Contact your school coordinator: Applicants may also obtain a form through their institution's scholarship coordinator.
3. Prepare the documents: Complete the form and attach your (1) admission letter or current results 2) a one-page statement about your goals.
4. Submit the application: Follow the Foundation's instructions for submission and await notification of the outcome.

Selection And Award

Applications are reviewed by the Foundation's selection committee. Successful applicants are notified, and tuition support is paid directly to their institutions.

For further information, visit the official Dele Awe Foundation website.

Application Deadline

The published deadline for the Dele Awe Foundation Scholarship 2026 is October 30, 2026. Eligible students should request an application form and confirm the submission requirements before the closing date.

Source: Dele Awe Foundation