The NHEF identifies outstanding young Nigerians from our partner universities who have excelled academically and demonstrated versatility in their professional and extracurricular activities. The scholars are offered comprehensive career training and skill-building opportunities to support their long-term career growth. The NHEF Scholarship 2025 provides fully funded scholarships, internships, paid flights, accommodation, meals, vacation, and networking opportunities with CEOs, Managing Directors, and other influential leaders.

Scholarship Summary
Host: Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF)
Category: Undergraduate Scholarships
Eligible Country: Nigeria
Reward:Scholarship | Paid Internship | Training | Career Development | Networking & Mentorship
Deadline: March 7, 2025
The NHEF Partner Universities are:
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria
- Bayero University, Kano
- University of Ibadan
- University of Lagos
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka
- University of Port Harcourt
Eligibility for the 2025 NHEF Scholars Program
To be eligible for the Nigeria Higher Education Foundation (NHEF) Scholars Program, each candidate must:
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to leadership, community service, and philanthropy, with a focus on making a lasting global impact.
- Be a penultimate-year student at one of our partner universities, specifically a 300-level student in a four-year program or a 400-level student in a five-year program.
How to Apply for the 2025 NHEF Scholars Program
To apply for the NHEF Scholarship 2025, follow these steps:
- Click the button below to visit the NHEF webpage.
- Log on to the NHEF application portal.
- Register by creating an account on the portal with your first and last name, email address, phone number, and password.
- After registering, verify your email address by checking your inbox. Click the verification link or copy the URL into your browser.
- Once your account is validated, log in using the email address and password you created.
- Click on the “APPLY” tab from the dashboard to start the application process.
- Complete all bio-data information and answer the program essay questions on the application page.
- Upload the following supporting documents (all in PDF format):
– A one-page Curriculum Vitae (CV)
– A one-page Cover Letter
– Your most recent Statement of Result
- Review your application responses and submit.
- Note: We recommend preparing your responses to the application questions in a separate document (e.g., Word Document), as the application cannot be saved and must be completed and submitted in one session.
Application Deadline: March 7, 2025.
Apply here
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