Lagos State University Senate has approved the "Lagos State University UK Scholarship Programme" introduced by the Alumni Association UK Branch. Aimed at aiding 50 students with tuition fees, the scholarship supports the VC's 5th strategic goal of enhancing student welfare.
The Lagos State University Alumni Association, UK branch, in its endeavour to give back to its alma mater and support the institution’s goals, has introduced a scholarship scheme. This announcement was made official during the 300th Statutory Meeting of the Lagos State University Senate on 27th July 2023. Prof. Ibiyemi OLATUNJI-BELLO, mni, NPOM, the Vice-Chancellor, presented this noteworthy initiative.
Lagos State University Information
Established in 1983, Lagos State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in Ojo, Lagos. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Lagos State University (LASU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Lagos State University (LASU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 36 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.
Eligibility Criteria
For those considering this opportunity, the criteria for eligibility are as follows:
- Must be a full-time LASU undergraduate student.
- Must be within the third semester in year one going into second year to fifth year of study.
- Must have completed and passed all components of current year.
- Must have maintained a minimum of a 3.5 cumulative GPA;
- Based on your academic transcript.
- Based on any testimonies to scholarly excellence.
- Must be of good behaviour with no history of disciplinary action.
- Demonstrate financial need with tuition fees;
- Based on the financial information provided in the Application.
- Based on the information provided in the letter of recommendation.
- The reinforced narrative is provided in the essay.
- Must not be the immediate family member of any current employee or trustee of LASU.
- These awards would not be applicable for those on Stream 2 programmes.
- Must complete the application form in full.
Offered Benefits
Objective of the Scholarship Programme
Named the “Lagos State University UK Scholarship Programme”, its primary aims include:
- Assistance to Struggling Students: To aid fifty select students who face challenges in paying their tuition fees.
- Financial Relief: Addressing the economic burdens faced by students unable to meet their educational expenses. This initiative also aligns with the fifth strategic goal of the Vice-Chancellor, focussed on elevating student welfare.
- Alumni Giveback: A gesture from the Alumni Association to contribute positively to their esteemed institution.
Established in 1983, Lagos State University is a non-profit public higher education institution located in Ojo, Lagos. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the National Universities Commission, Nigeria, Lagos State University (LASU) is a large (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Lagos State University (LASU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 36 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations.