Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative Scholarship Grant Scheme 2024.

The Khalifa University scholarship grant scheme is a benevolent grant that will enable academically capable students from low-income families nationwide to complete their university education at Khalifa University, Kano. It is an annual tuition scholarship and will have a great impact on transiting the next generation into economically empowered and value-contributing citizens of Nigeria.

Benefits

The Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa Initiative Scholarship is an annual tuition scholarship and will have a great impact on transiting the next generation into economically empowered and value-contributing citizens of Nigeria.

Requirements

Field of Study

Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate program at Khalifa University Kano or have been recently admitted into the course of their choice after fulfilling the required academic criteria.
Applicants across the country desiring to study at the University based on the scholarship opportunity are also eligible to apply.

Academic excellence

Current Students at the University applying for the grant should have a Minimum GPA requirement: Applicants should have a strong academic record with a minimum GPA (3.5 on a 5.0 scale or equivalent) in their current program.
Fresh applicants to the University desiring to take advantage of the scholarship scheme should have a minimum of 8 credits in their WAEC/NECO exams and score a minimum of 200 and above at The Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME). Distinctions obtained at the school leaving certificates level will be an added advantage.

Gender balance: The scholarship will target a minimum gender ratio of 60% Female and 40% Male.

Distinctions obtained at the school leaving certificates level will be an added advantage.
The scholarship considers applicants’ involvement in extracurricular activities related to ICT, Tech, Engineering, or other socially beneficial activities such as participation in clubs, competitions, or relevant projects.
It also evaluates applicants’ involvement in community service or initiatives showcasing their commitment to using their skills for the betterment of society.

Application Documents

Complete Application Form
A well-written letter of intent (In the letter, applicants should articulate their passion for their field of study, their career goals, and how the scholarship will assist them in achieving those goals.)
Old students at the university should provide letters of recommendation from professors or academic advisors who can attest to their academic abilities and potential.