The Abdul Samad Rabiu Africa, (ASR AFRICA) Initiative Scholarship Grant Scheme is now open for applications for 2024. The scholarship is designed to support 500 students at the Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University (KHAIRUN) in Kano State.
This scheme helps students from low-income families achieve their dream of higher education.
| Information | Details |
|---|---|
| 📅 Application Deadline | September 15th, 2024 |
| 🧑🎓 Eligibility | Low-income Nigerian students |
| 🏫 University | Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University |
| 📚 Courses | Medical, Engineering, Sciences |
| 📝 Minimum GPA | 3.5 or above for current students |
| 🌍 Location | Kano, Nigeria |
| 💻 Application | Online portal |
List of Courses Covered Under ASR Africa Scholarship
The ASR Africa – Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University Scholarship Scheme covers a range of courses, including:
- Medical Laboratory Science
- Nursing Science
- Radiography
- Biochemistry
- Biotechnology
- Microbiology
- Forensic Science
- Industrial Chemistry
- Computer Science
- Cyber Security
- Software Engineering
- Mathematics
- Physics with Electronics
- Electrical Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Mechatronic Engineering
Criteria for Fresh Students
To be eligible for this scholarship as a new student, you must meet the following criteria:
- A minimum of 8 credits in WAEC or NECO examinations
- A minimum score of 200 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
- Age limit: Not more than 22 years
- Proof of identity
- Proof of state of indigene
Students with distinctions in their Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) will have an added advantage.
Criteria for Current Students
If you are already a student at KHAIRUN, you need to meet these requirements to apply:
- A strong GPA of at least 3.5 on a 5.0 scale
- Letters of recommendation from professors or academic advisors
These letters should confirm your academic performance and abilities.
How to Apply for ASR Africa Scholarship 2024
To apply for the ASR Africa – Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University Scholarship Scheme, follow these steps:
- Visit the ASR Africa Scholarship Application Page.
- Fill out the online application form.
- Make sure to submit all the required documents.
Applicants with multiple entries will be disqualified.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The deadline to submit your application is September 15th, 2024.
For more information about the ASR Africa Scholarship, visit the official scholarship page.