Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship in Ghana and Nigeria, 2018-2019

Summary

Deadline:
28 June 2019
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Introduction

Applications are invited for Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders funding for undergraduate students to study at Ashesi University in Ghana and at Covenant University in Nigeria.

Through their partners, Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders support will provide comprehensive scholarships to select high achieving students, from under-resourced backgrounds, a full education that will provide them with the necessary skills for a dynamic and innovation-driven career.

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eligibility

The Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders support will provide the following benefits:
Comprehensive Scholarships: the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders support will provide tuition, room, and board for undergraduate study.
Career Support and Opportunities: Scholarship recipients will receive career counseling and support while still students and also after graduation.
AAI Global Alumni Network: Recipients of the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders support will graduate into one of the most prestigious alumni networks. AAI Alumni include prominent leaders in many sectors around Africa and the Globe and includes two sitting Presidents. Scholarship recipients will be connected to this network for potential opportunities, mentorship and the ability to collectively continue towards developing the continent.

Benefits

Eligible Countries: African students are eligible to apply:
Algeria, Angola, Benin, Botswana, Burkina Faso, Burundi, Cameroon, Cape Verde, Central African Republic, Chad, Comoros, Ivory Coast, Djibouti, Egypt, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gabon, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Kenya, Lesotho, Liberia, Libya, Madagascar, Malawi, Mali, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Mozambique, Namibia, Niger, Nigeria, Republic of the Congo, Rwanda, Sao Tome and Principe, Senegal, Seychelles, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Tanzania, Togo, Tunisia, Uganda, Western Sahara, Zambia and  Zimbabwe.

Entrance Requirements: Students must also meet the following requirements:

  • Must be a citizen of an African country, residing in Africa
  • Exhibit strong academic record and penchant for high-achievement
  • Demonstrate a Financial Need
  • Present an active record of youth leadership within his/her community

English Language Requirements: Applicants whose first language is not English are usually required to provide evidence of proficiency in English at the higher level required by the University.

Others

To be considered for the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship at Ashesi University, students must complete the application process, including submission of a General funding form.

To be considered for the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship at Covenant University, students must complete the application process for admission.

Mar 29, 2024
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