Kponee-Shovein Foundation 2026 Scholarship Application Cycle is Open.
The Kponee-Shovein scholarship award is open to students completing their first degree at universities in Nigeria. Each year, the foundation funds one-year full tuition scholarships plus a stipend to universities in Nigeria. The Kponee-Shovein scholars award is only available for students pursing bachelors degrees, and is not available for post graduate education.
Benefits
Each year, the foundation funds one-year full tuition scholarships plus a stipend to universities in Nigeria.
Tuition funds will be directly disbursed to the proper schools by the Chief Operating Officer, who will also transfer the stipend funds to the recipient of the Kponee-Shovein scholarship.
Requirements
Eligibility Nationality:Rivers State indigeneLevel of study:Bachelors degreeYear of study:All yearsSubject Area:All subject areasColleges:Any accredited university in Nigeria
Selection Process
The foundation uses the following criteria in awarding its scholarships:
Need, especially in cases where the candidate would be unable to pursue education absent support.
Demonstrated academic ability, as by standardized test scores, previous accomplishments, and recommendations.
Leadership and commitment to the uplifting of Rivers State, the Nigerian nation, and the African continent.
Method of Application
To apply to become a Kponee-Shovein Scholar, please fill out the Kponee-Shovein Scholars Application Form. Additionally, please send together the form and the following documents to kponeeshoveinfoundation@gmail.com:
Essay 1, Maximum length 1000 words: describe your motivations for pursuing your area of study, reasons for applying for the scholarship award, and career plans upon graduating.
Essay 2, Maximum length 1000 words: Tell us about your experiences as a Rivers State indigene and how your life experiences have informed and shaped who you are today.
Official scanned transcripts (JAMB score for those beginning their first year and university transcripts for continuing undergraduates) from their current institution.
Resume/curriculum vitae
Two professional letters of recommendation from lecturers, professors, or heads of departments.Letters of Recommendations must be sent by the recommender directly to kponeeshoveinfoundation@gmail.com
Your application is not considered complete until all items listed above have been submitted.
For More Information,
Visit the Official Webpage
Application Deadline: September 15, 2026.