2025 Bridge Scholarship for Nigerian Undergraduates

 

2025 Bridge Scholarship for Nigerian Undergraduates


The 2025 Bridge Undergraduate Scholarship is now open to students in Nigerian public universities who are in financial need. This guide walks you through the eligibility rules, required documents and how to apply before the 12 September deadline. If you're struggling with school fees, you may want to read on.



School stress is one thing. Worrying about school fees on top of that? That’s a whole different problem. If you’ve ever stared at your course registration portal and sighed because of unpaid fees, the Bridge Undergraduate Scholarship might be the kind of news you need.

Every year, the Bridge team looks for bright students who are trying to push through school, even when the odds aren’t great. Think of it as more than just money, though. There’s mentorship too. Leadership coaching. The kind of help that doesn’t just end with a transfer alert.



Who They Want

This isn’t for everybody. And they are clear about that.

You must:Be a student in a Nigerian public university
Be in Year 1 up to your second-to-final year (no final year students allowed)
Have real financial need (no forming)
Be serious about finishing your degree
Have a minimum CGPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale or 3.5 on a 5.0 scale
Show grit and character, especially in tough situations
Be active in your community or involved in school-related activities

That last one? It doesn’t mean you have to be SU President. Volunteering counts. Just show you’re not passive.
Timeline to NoteOpens: 1 August 2025
Closes: 12 September 2025 at 11:59 PM (WAT sharp)

Don’t wait till last minute. You don’t want to be that person asking your HOD for a reference letter at 9pm on deadline day.
What You’ll Need

This part might feel like plenty, but think of it like packing your bag before an exam. No room for errors.
Required DocumentsA valid ID with photo (NIN, Voter’s card etc)
University admission letter (from JAMB or the school itself)
A 500-word personal story — write about a tough time that affected your education and how you faced it (or didn’t).
JAMB result – only if you’re in Year 1
WAEC or NECO result – also for Year 1 only
Your university transcript or academic record (compulsory if you’re beyond Year 1)Medical students, include all MBBS exam results
A letter from your Head of Department confirming your academic status
Two recommendation letters – one page each
Your CV
Proof of leadership roles (if any). Write it on a page. Include your role, duties and people who can confirm it

And yeah, all letters must be typed, signed and addressed to “The Bridge Scholarship Board”. Phone numbers for contacts are non-negotiable. Email is extra.
Document Submission FormatMerge everything into one PDF file.
Follow the order listed above.
Use this merge link if you’re stuck.
Name the file with your first and last name.

If you ignore these instructions, no second chance. Your application will be thrown out.
How to Apply

Ready to go?Apply here: Bridge Scholarship 2025 Application Portal
If you have any burning questions, send a message to: [email protected]
One Last Thing

This scholarship is looking for more than grades. They want real people. People who are juggling a lot but still pushing through. If that sounds like you, don’t dull.


You already do the hard part every day by showing up. Let this scholarship help you stay in the race.