Written by Fully Funded Federal Government–UNIDO Charity Kpabeb Scholarship 2026 (Up to $4,000)
The Federal Ministry of Environment, in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the Society of Women Engineers (SWE), is offering a fully funded scholarship opportunity for Nigerians.
The Charity Kpabeb Scholarship provides financial support of up to $4,000, alongside monthly stipends, brand-new laptops and phones, technical training, mentorship, and internship opportunities.
Scholarship Summary
- Host: Federal Government of Nigeria | United Nations
- Category: Undergraduate Scholarship
- Eligible Country: Nigeria
- Reward: Up to $4,000, Laptop, Internship, Technical Training
- IELTS: Not required
- Deadline: April 22, 2026
Program Details
The KPABEP Scholarship Program is designed to empower and support the next generation of female engineers in Nigeria.
This initiative will select 20 outstanding female engineering students across Nigeria’s six geopolitical zones and equip them with the skills and exposure needed to become leaders in the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) sector.
Eligibility Requirements
To qualify, applicants must:
- Be female
- Be a Nigerian citizen
- Be under 40 years of age at the time of application
- Be enrolled full-time in an accredited Nigerian university or post-secondary institution (engineering or related field)
- Be within the final two years of study
- Demonstrate leadership qualities and active participation in extracurricular activities
- Be committed to attending trainings, workshops, and scholarship events
- Be willing to complete a relevant internship during the program
- Be able to submit quarterly progress and internship reports
Benefits
Successful applicants will receive:
- A one-time grant of up to $4,000 for tuition and living expenses
- Brand-new laptop and Android phone
- Access to specialized RAC technical training
- 1–3 month internship opportunities in relevant companies
- Mentorship from industry professionals
- Membership with the Society of Women Engineers (SWE)
- Networking and career development opportunities
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following:
- A Letter of Motivation (max. 1,000 words) outlining career goals and achievements
- A 30–60 second video answering: “Why me?” (MP4 or MOV, max. 10MB)
- Updated CV/Resume
- Academic transcripts and certificates
- Proof of current enrollment (if available)