The United States Embassy in Nigeria offers to provide opportunities for high-achieving low-income Nigerian students to study in the USA.
The US Embassy Higher Education Grant Opportunity is a $175,000 fund for Nigerian students who are likely to receive full financial aid from U.S. colleges and universities but lack the resources to cover necessary costs.
This article provides a detailed insight into the US embassy grant opportunity.
REQUIREMENTS
To be considered for the US Embassy Higher Education Grant Opportunity, eligible organizations must:
Not-for-profit organizations, including think tanks and civil society/non-governmental organizations.
Public and private educational institutions.
Public international organizations and governmental institutions.
BENEFITS
The US Embassy Education Grant aims to assist 40 high-achieving, low-income Nigerian students who are likely to receive full financial aid from U.S. colleges and universities but lack the resources to cover necessary costs.
Costs covered include; standardized test fees, application fees, airfare, visa fees, SEVIS fees and settling-in expenses.
The implementing partner will collaborate with the Education USA network in Abuja and Lagos to achieve these goals as directed by the Country Education Specialist during the performance period.
HOW TO APPLY
To apply for the US Embassy Education Grant, interested and qualified candidates should;
Download the mandatory forms from www.grants.gov under the ‘Forms’ tab.
Fill in the required details and submit your proposal (ensure it meets the required guidelines).
Application for this opportunity closes on January 27, 2025.
APPLICATION LINK: Interested individual should CLICK HERE to apply
