The Christopher Kolade Foundation (CKF) has launched its SHE Soars Scholarship 2025, inviting applications from young women who attended Nigerian public secondary schools and have secured admission to public universities in Nigeria. This initiative combines financial assistance with mentorship to support female students facing economic challenges.
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The scholarship program aims to enable academically gifted young women experiencing financial constraints to access higher education, achieve their educational aspirations, and reach their maximum capabilities.
Program Significance
Education serves as a powerful mechanism for ending poverty cycles and advancing gender equality. Through this scholarship, CKF ensures that talented female students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds can pursue their academic goals without financial barriers preventing their progress. Beyond monetary support, the program creates a robust community of female mentors and role models who help scholars develop leadership skills and navigate their career paths.
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Who Can Apply?
Candidates must meet the following requirements:
- Female students who completed their secondary education at a Nigerian public school.
- Holders of confirmed admission into a Nigerian public tertiary institution (university level).
What Recipients Receive
- Financial Support: ₦300,000 awarded annually to each scholar.
- Expenses Covered: University tuition, textbooks and educational materials, plus a basic allowance for living costs.
- Program Length: Full undergraduate degree duration (generally 4–6 years based on course requirements).
- Professional Guidance: Access to mentorship from accomplished women professionals in various fields to foster personal development and career advancement.
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Application Requirements
Interested candidates must provide:
- Fully completed Application Form
- Current passport-sized photograph
- Official admission letter from a Nigerian public university
Closing Date: November 13, 2025. Click HEREÂ to apply.
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