Published: 26 Dec 2024 388 views
The Christopher Kolade Foundation SHE Soars Scholarship Program provides need-based financial sponsorship and mentorship to female graduates of public secondary schools in Nigeria who have secured admission into a Nigerian public university.SHE Soars launched in 2019 with five SHE Soars Scholars benefitting from the scholarship program.
Today, there are 24 Soars Scholars in 14 universities across the country. SoarsScholarships are competitive with each application examined and decided upon based on outstanding academic performance and the economic background of applicants. Current scholars are enrolled in universities across the country studying Medicine and Surgery,Mechatronics Engineering, Physiotherapy, Aeronautics and Astronautic Engineering,Agricultural Extension, Psychology, Law, and Accounting.Our sponsors include women from the financial, legal, SME sectors, and other industries.
To facilitate a mentoring relationship between sponsors and scholars, the Foundation puts effort into matching scholars with sponsors whose careers are somewhat related to their courses of study.
The Christopher Kolade Foundation (CKF) was founded in 1997, as a platform through which its founder, Dr. Christopher Kolade, would continue to make contributions to the development of Nigeria. Guided by an enduring legacy of integrity, professionalism, professional ethics, and continuous learning that Dr. Kolade is known for, the Foundation focuses on Education as its key strategic initiative. Particular attention is given to promoting Girl-Child Education (specifically science, technology, engineering, mathematics, music and agriculture), Leadership and Governance Education, Christian and Th... continue reading
| Application Deadline | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Value | N300,000 |
| Type | Undergraduate |
| Sponsor | Christopher Kolade Foundation (CKF) |
| Gender | Men and Women |
The scholarship value is pegged at N300,000/annum and is estimated to cover tuition, books, and a modest monthly living stipend.
For more details,visit Christopher Kolade Foundation webpage
