FCM Foundation Board Scholarship (FCM FBS) is a debut scholarship programme aimed at providing a one-time academic support to female Muslim students in 200 and 300 levels. The scholarship includes one-time monetary support and a one-day mentorship session for selected scholars.
Table of Content- FCM Undergraduate Scholarship
- Benefits of FCM Undergraduate Scholarship
- Requirements for FCM Undergraduate Scholarship
- Application Documents
- Application Deadline
- How to Apply
FCM Undergraduate Scholarship
| Application Deadline | September 25, 2024 |
| Country to study | Nigeria |
| Type | Undergraduate |
| Sponsor | FCM Foundation Board Scholarship (FBS) |
| Gender | Women |
Benefits of FCM Undergraduate Scholarship
- Scholarship Funds
- One day mentorship session
- Post scholarship disbursement mentorship and guidance
- Possible future support for higher learning
Requirements for FCM Undergraduate Scholarship
- Be a female undergraduate Muslim student
- Be currently in 200 or 300 level in one of the 22 eligible universities
- Have a minimum CGPA of 4.5 and above (or equivalence)
- Be ready to attend the one day mentorship session in person in Lagos, Nigeria in November 2024
Application Documents
The following documents are to be provided and uploaded during the application:
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Student Identity Card (valid card of applicant’s institution)
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Reference letter from a reputable Islamic Organization.
- Letter must be on letterheaded paper and be addressed to The Executive Director, First Class Muslim Foundation, Lagos, Nigeria.
- Letters should genuinely speak to the character of the applicants and should not be generic.
- Improperly addressed letters or generic letters will lead to disqualification.
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Current result slip showing student’s CGPA with the signature (and possibly stamp of the HOD).
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A Personal Statement to convince panelists as to why they should consider her for the scholarship.
- The use of AI tools to generate personal statements is prohibited. All personal statements submitted will be tested and evaluated for plagiarism or AI-derivation. Applicants who disregard this may be disqualified from current and any future opportunities from the foundation.
- Word limit for Personal Statement is 400.
- Font type is Century Gothic and font size is 12.
- Spacing should be 1.5.
- Full name should be written at the top of the document.