ASMAF 2025 Scholarships for Young Nigerian Females

The Ajesola Solarin Majekodunmi Foundation (ASMAF) is now accepting applications for its 2025 scholarship programme, designed to support female Nigerian undergraduates pursuing selected professional courses. The scholarship provides comprehensive support, covering both tuition fees and living expenses, while also offering access to mentoring and skills development opportunities. Interested applicants must carefully review the eligibility requirements and ensure all submissions are completed by the deadline of 12th September 2025. This initiative aims to empower young women in higher education by easing financial burdens and equipping them with the skills needed to excel academically and professionally.

The ASMAF 2025 scholarship programme is now open for applications, offering young Nigerian women with determination and talent the chance to access more than just financial aid. Alongside covering education costs, the scholarship provides guidance and opportunities for personal growth that go beyond the classroom. However, the programme comes with clearly defined eligibility criteria, and only those who meet the stated requirements will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to review the guidelines carefully before applying.

Scholarship Benefit:

The ASMAF 2025 scholarship offers full financial coverage for tuition, accommodation, and upkeep for up to six years at a public Nigerian university. In addition to financial support, recipients gain access to mentorship and training designed to strengthen leadership abilities and essential life skills.

Scholars are also provided with the necessary study tools and resources to ensure steady academic progress and effective learning throughout their studies. This holistic support system is aimed at empowering young women to excel both academically and personally.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Must be a female Nigerian from a low-income background.
• Should be a first-time entrant into tertiary education.
• Must be admitted or enrolled full-time in a public Nigerian university.
• Eligible courses include Medicine, Law, Actuarial Science, Engineering, Accountancy, Architecture, or other similar professional programmes.
• Must demonstrate strong academic performance in previous examinations and show potential for excellence.
• Should possess a clear drive for leadership, personal growth, and impact.

To Apply:

• Fill the ASMAF online application form.
• Upload the needed documents:
• Proof of university admission (via JAMB).
• Academic results (GCE, NECO, WASC, or approved equivalents).
• Post-JAMB success evidence or current university transcript.
• Provide referees who are not family and know your academic and financial story.

Selection Process:

• Eligibility screening: Confirm applicants meet all basic requirements.
• Referee checks: Contact listed referees to verify details and gather insights.
• Applicant ranking: Score candidates using set factors, course of study, state of origin, and university.
• Final awards: Offer scholarships based on ranking and available funding.

Award Conditions and Expectations:

• Maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 throughout your studies.
• Submit a yearly academic progress report to ASMAF.
• Refrain from full-time employment and seek approval before taking up any part-time work.
• Do not accept other scholarships without ASMAF’s written consent.
• Remain in your approved course of study, unless granted permission to switch.
• Scholarship is renewable annually, provided academic performance and participation requirements are met.

Conditions for Scholarship Termination:

The scholarship may be discontinued if a recipient loses eligibility, is withdrawn or expelled from their university, records poor academic performance, provides false information, or fails to submit the required annual progress report. However, in cases where the termination happens in error, the award may be reinstated.

Application Deadline: Friday, 12 September 2025.