Educationist Shares Step-by-Step Guide On How Nigerians Can Secure scholarships in US, Canada
- Nigerians who graduated with a 2:2, 3rd class and HND can secure fully-funded scholarships in the United States and Canada
- An Education expert, Saheed Kolawole, shared a step-by-step guide to help Nigerian graduates achieve their dream
- Kolawole said securing a scholarship with 2:2, 3rd class and HND be challenging, but it's not impossible.
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An Education expert, Saheed Kolawole, has given hope to Nigerians who graduated with a 2:2, 3rd class and HND about securing scholarships in the United States and Canada
Kolawole said securing a fully-funded scholarship with such levels of grades can be challenging, but it's not impossible.
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In a post shared via his X page (formerly known as Twitter) @temabef, he shared a step-by-step guide to help achieve the dream of studying abroad under a scholarship programme.
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Research and Choose Your Program
- Target universities with strong international students and value diversity and experience over just grades.
- Consider research-oriented programs, as they often have more funding available for research assistantships.
2. Strengthen Your Application:
- Focus on your achievements and skills outside of your grades. Highlight relevant work experience, volunteer work, research projects, and any awards or recognitions you've received.
3. Scholarship Options
- Research the scholarship opportunities available at your target universities.
4. Apply Early and Meet Deadlines
Start your application process early, as most scholarships have strict deadlines.
5. Seek Additional Support:
- Connect with alumni from your target universities who have similar backgrounds. They can offer valuable insights and advice.
Some additional tips
- Network with professors and researchers in your field. Building relationships with academics can open doors to research opportunities and scholarships.
- Demonstrate your financial need. If you come from a disadvantaged background, be sure to highlight this in your application.
- Don't give up! The application process can be competitive but don't get discouraged. Keep applying and eventually, you will find the right opportunity.
US-based educationist lists 10 ways to secure scholarship abroad with low CGPA
Meanwhile, Legit.ng reported that a teaching assistant at the University of Iowa, Ugochukwu Madu, highlighted steps students who graduated with a low CPGA can take to improve their chances of securing a fully-funded scholarship abroad.
Madu said scholarships abroad are not meant for only first-class graduates, hence, there’s no need to write themselves off because they graduated with a low CGPA.
He explained that CGPA is just one out of many other requirements as some first-class graduates are still struggling to get scholarships because they have yet to get the other requirements right.
UK-based educationist lists 13 steps on how to secure Int'l scholarships
Legit.ng also reported that an award-winning educationist, Collins Ezem, revealed the several steps involved in securing international scholarships for Nigerian students who are willing to further their studies abroad.
Ezem said applying to multiple scholarships increases interested applicants' chances of success.
In an exclusive chat with Legit.ng, the United Kingdom-based scholarship consultant said persistence is key.
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