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Practical help for every step, from finding a scholarship to submitting a strong application.

How to apply for scholarships in Nigeria: a step-by-step guideWhere to find real scholarships, what documents to prepare, how to write the application and how to avoid scams, for Nigerian students at every level.7 min read
How to write a scholarship personal statement (with a simple structure)A five-part structure for scholarship essays and personal statements, common mistakes to avoid and how to make yours sound like you.6 min read
How to ask a lecturer for a recommendation letter (and get a strong one)Who to ask, when to ask, what to send them and how official letterheads and signatures work for Nigerian scholarship applications.5 min read
How to spot a scholarship scam in NigeriaThe warning signs of fake scholarships: fees, urgency, guarantees, free email addresses and requests for bank details, and how to check an offer.4 min read
Nigerian CGPA and degree classes explained (5-point and 4-point scales)How the Nigerian 5-point CGPA scale maps to degree classes, and what to know when a scholarship asks for a GPA on a 4-point scale.4 min read
Scholarship calendar: when the big scholarships for Nigerians usually openA month-by-month guide to when major scholarships for Nigerian students usually open, so you can prepare documents before the rush.5 min read
Documents you need for scholarship applications in Nigeria (checklist)A checklist of the documents Nigerian scholarships usually ask for, from WAEC and JAMB results to transcripts, ID, passports and references.4 min read

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