Nestle Nigeria Opens Doors for Young Scholars with 2025 Community Scholarship

Nestle Nigeria has announced the opening of applications for its 2025 Community Scholarship program, an initiative designed to support high-achieving students in Science and Technology fields. This program offers comprehensive financial assistance to students residing in communities where Nestle operates, underscoring the company’s commitment to fostering educational development and empowering Nigerian youth.

Key Takeaways

Focus: Science and Technology fields for secondary and undergraduate students.
Eligibility: Open to students in Nestle’s host communities in Nigeria.
Benefits: Full scholarship covering tuition, accommodation, books, and stipends.
Application Window: November 5, 2024, to December 8, 2024.

About the Nestle Nigeria Community Scholarship

The Nestle Nigeria Community Scholarship is a significant initiative aimed at providing robust financial and resource-based support to talented students pursuing Science and Technology courses. This program reflects Nestle’s dedication to sustainable education and the empowerment of young individuals within its operational areas.

Eligible Fields of Study

The scholarship is specifically for students undertaking courses in Science and Technical fields. This includes a range of disciplines crucial for technological advancement and scientific innovation.

Who Can Apply?

The scholarship caters to two main groups:

Senior Secondary School Students: Must be in SS1, studying Science or Technical subjects at designated schools. Applicants need at least five credits in their BECE (JSS3) exams, including Mathematics, English, and Basic Science.
Undergraduate Students: Must be 100-level students enrolled in accredited Nigerian universities and polytechnics. Eligibility requires five credits in WASSCE/NECO (Mathematics, English, Physics, Chemistry, Biology) obtained in a single sitting, and a minimum UTME/JAMB score of 200.

Award Benefits and Duration

Recipients of the Nestle Nigeria Community Scholarship will receive comprehensive support throughout their academic journey. This includes:

Full scholarship covering tuition fees.
Assistance with accommodation costs.
Provision of necessary books and uniforms.
Coverage of other essential educational expenses.
Monthly stipends for recipients.

The scholarship is tenable for the entire duration of the student’s academic program.

Application Process

Applications for the 2025 Nestle Nigeria Community Scholarship are open from November 5, 2024, and will close on December 8, 2024. Interested and eligible candidates are encouraged to submit their applications through the designated portal before the deadline. Selection will be based on academic merit and adherence to the specified eligibility criteria.