2026 Nigerian Students Zeribe Nwosu Scholarships - ₦150,000 Grant

Applications are now open for the Zeribe Nwosu Scholarships (ZNS) 2026, a competitive funding opportunity supporting Nigerian students pursuing studies and projects in Artificial Intelligence, Innovative Teaching, and the Undergraduate-to-Postgraduate transition.

Now in its fifth edition, this scholarship is fully funded by the Zeribe Nwosu Foundation (ZNF) and awarded as a one-time financial grant to outstanding candidates across selected academic categories. There is no application fee, making the opportunity accessible to students from all backgrounds.

Scholarship Categories

Applicants must apply under one scholarship track:

Undergraduate–Postgraduate Transition (U/P)

For final-year undergraduates or recent graduates preparing to begin postgraduate study.

Innovative Teaching (IT)

For students or early-career educators passionate about developing creative and impactful teaching practices.

Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AIDS)

For applicants interested in AI, machine learning, data science, and related emerging technologies.

Eligibility criteria differ by category and are outlined within the official application form.

Number of Awards and Scholarship Value

ZNS 2026 offers the following one-time awards:

• Undergraduate–Postgraduate Transition (U/P): 15 awards — ₦125,000 each
• Innovative Teaching (IT): 5 awards — ₦125,000 each
• Artificial Intelligence & Data Science (AIDS): 3 awards — ₦150,000 each

Required Application Documents

Applicants must submit:

• One-page personal statement
• CV (1–2 pages)
• Admission letter
• Two referee letters
• Academic transcripts (Years 1–3)
• Statement of financial need (100–200 words)
• Work portfolio (AIDS category only)

Only complete applications will be reviewed.

Application Timeline

• Opening date: January 1, 2026
• Closing date: April 1, 2026
• Review decision: May 30, 2026
• Interviews: June 15 – July 15, 2026
• Final award announcement: August 1, 2026

Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interviews.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted online via the official ZNS application portal.
Interested candidates should visit the Zeribe Nwosu Foundation website for full programme details and submission guidelines.

Important Applicant Guidelines

• There is no application fee
• Apply to only one category
• All submitted information must be accurate and verifiable
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

For enquiries, contact: Dr. Ukpai Eze – [sign up to view]