Written by The STEM to Space Scholarship 2026 is a targeted educational funding initiative designed to support Nigerian undergraduate students in STEM disciplines who demonstrate strong motivation, resilience, and a clear commitment to using science and technology to create positive impact in Nigeria.
The scholarship provides funding for one full academic year, helping deserving students continue their university education despite financial or systemic challenges.
This program places strong emphasis on authenticity, personal motivation, and lived experience. Applicants are required to submit written responses and a short video describing their STEM journey, the challenges they face as students in Nigeria, and how they intend to contribute to national development through STEM.
To ensure long-term impact, the scholarship is not open to final-year students, allowing recipients sufficient time to grow, learn, and apply the benefits of the award.
Benefits
Selected scholars will receive:
- Funding for one full academic year
- Financial support toward tuition and academic-related expenses
- Official recognition as a STEM to Space Scholar
- An opportunity to articulate and share personal impact goals through STEM
- Increased visibility within a STEM-focused support network
This scholarship invests early in promising students to foster sustainable, long-term impact.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Be a Nigerian citizen
- Be an undergraduate student in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics)
- Not be in their final year of study
- Be currently enrolled in a recognised Nigerian university
- Be willing to submit original written responses and a personal video
- Demonstrate a genuine interest in using STEM to contribute to Nigeria’s development
Applicants must truthfully confirm that all submitted materials are entirely their own work.
Required Application Materials
Applicants must submit the following via the online application form:
- Completed online application form
- Short written responses outlining their STEM journey and challenges
- A 300–500 word essay detailing personal motivation and background
- A 30-second video introducing themselves and explaining their STEM vision for Nigeria
- Proof of university enrolment (student ID, registration slip, portal screenshot, or admission letter)
- Document or screenshot showing estimated tuition and academic-related fees
Clear photos or screenshots of documents are acceptable.
Application Deadline
- Deadline: April 2, 2026, by 11:59 PM (WAT)
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
How to Apply
Follow these steps carefully:
- Access the official STEM to Space Scholarship application form.
- Complete all required personal and academic information.
- Respond honestly to the short-answer and essay questions.
- Record and upload a 30-second video introducing yourself and outlining your STEM goals for Nigeria.
- Upload proof of enrolment and estimated academic costs.
- Review all declarations and submit your application before the deadline.
Only shortlisted applicants may be contacted for verification.