Female Scholars Foundation Scholarship 2026: Applications Open for Young Nigerian Women

The Female Scholars Foundation (FSF) has opened applications for its 2026 University Scholarship Programme, offering comprehensive university support to eligible young women who have gained admission into public universities in Nigeria.

DEADLINE: 31st December, 2026.

QUICK SUMMARY

The FSF Scholarship 2026 is open to female students aged 20 or below who graduated from a public secondary school, scored at least 240 in the 2026 JAMB examination, obtained at least five WAEC or NECO distinctions (A1–B3), and have gained admission into a public university in Nigeria.

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FSF University Scholarship Benefits

Successful applicants will receive comprehensive support throughout their university education which covers

• Tuition: Financial support for university tuition throughout the scholar's programme.
• Books and living expenses: Scholars receive support for educational materials and living costs.
• Mentorship: Each scholar is assigned a mentor who is an industry professional in her chosen career field.
• Internship opportunities: Scholars can access international and regional internship opportunities through the foundation's network.
• Leadership and personal development: Scholars receive private coaching, participate in webinars and attend group retreats designed to develop interpersonal and leadership skills.

Who Can Apply for the FSF Scholarship?

Applicants must meet all the following eligibility requirements to be considered for the 2026 University Scholarship Programme.

• Be a female student aged 20 or younger.
• Have graduated from a public secondary school.
• Have gained admission into a public university in Nigeria.
• Have obtained a minimum score of 240 in the 2026 JAMB examination.
• Have at least five WAEC or NECO distinctions, graded A1–B3.

How Applicants Are Selected

The Female Scholars Foundation states that scholarship recipients are selected on a merit basis.

Applicants are expected to provide their academic information and required supporting documents when applying. They are also required to submit a personal motivation essay as part of the application process. Following a review of submitted applications and documents, shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview before the final selection is made.

When Does the FSF Scholarship Application Close?

Applications for the Female Scholars Foundation University Scholarship 2026 opened on October 1, 2026. The application deadline is: 31st December, 2026. Eligible candidates are advised to complete their applications and upload the required documents before the deadline.

How to Apply for the Female Scholars Foundation Scholarship

Visit femaleScholars and click "Apply Now" on the foundation's website or click

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to open the apply now directly from here to access the application form.

The foundation provides a "Save and continue later" option, allowing applicants to save their progress and return to complete the application before the deadline.