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2019 DAVID OYEDEPO FOUNDATION SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR POSTGRADUATES

The David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship is awarded to grant students the
opportunity to study at Covenant and Landmark University, Nigeria.

The scholarship program is the Foundation's major platform for promoting their vision and goals. It seeks
to develop youth leaders who are ready to put their learned skills to work in leading
organizations, communities, and their local countries.

The scholarship program awards full ride scholarships to
qualified individuals who are indigenes and residents of African countries between the ages of 22-30 at the time of submitting the application.

For more info please visit
davidoyedepofoundation.org/portal


David Oyedepo Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship

Application DeadlineJuly 14, 2019
Country to studyNigeria
School to studyCovenant University, Landmark University
TypePostgraduate
SponsorDAVID OYEDEPO FOUNDATION
GenderMen and Women

Benefits of David Oyedepo Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship

• Full Academic fees for a maximum of 1 year (In accordance to the University stipulated time for duration of chosen course).

The scholarship does not cover;

• Travel allowances • Feeding allowances

• Medical/Health Insurance or allowance

• Any other fees outside University generated Academic fees for a course at any level.

Requirements for David Oyedepo Foundation Postgraduate Scholarship

The David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship program is open to Young Africans who meet the following criteria:

• Are citizens and permanent residents of any African Nation

• Are between the ages of 22 and 30 at the time of application submission

• Are eligible to receive a Nigerian student visa Are proficient in reading, writing and speaking English

• Have a record of exceptional performance in first degree; which is benchmarked by:

1. At least a CGPA of 4.5.

2. Already have begun admission applications to Covenant or Landmark University

Selection Process

The David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Program selection process is a need dependent, merit-based open competition. After the deadline, all eligible applications will be reviewed by a selection panel. Following this review, chosen finalists will be interviewed by the David Oyedepo Foundation team, through an online video conferencing platform. If advanced to the final round, the applicant must provide;

• Proof of application to Covenant or Landmark University

• Proof of citizenship

• All original copies of documents uploaded during application.

Selection panels will use the following criteria to evaluate applications (not in order of importance):

• A proven record of superior scholastic ability

• Displayed financial need

• Outstanding character

• A proven record of leadership and community involvement

• A commitment to influence the home community with skills learned

The deadline for applications for the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Program is 11.59 pm GMT + 01.00 on Friday 14th July 2019. Applications must be submitted online at https://davidoyedepofoundation.org/portal

Application Deadline

July 14, 2019

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to DAVID OYEDEPO FOUNDATION on davidoyedepofoundation.org to apply

The David Oyedepo Foundation uses an internet-based application system. You will need to access a computer and the internet to apply. You would also need a scanner in order to upload the required documents. You do not have to finish your application in one session. You may save your work and return to complete your application as many times as necessary. You must, however, not leave your application untouched for up to 30 days or your account would be deleted.

• You must submit your completed application by the deadline, however, you are encouraged to submit before the deadline as no deadline extensions would be provided.

• Answer all questions on the application in English and all documents to be uploaded MUST be translated into English.

• All answers in the application, including written responses to essays, must be your own original work. Only applicants who complete this application will be considered. Applications and information submitted through email or other means will NOT be considered.

ONLINE APPLICATION SECTIONS

General/Contact Information Section Provide general information in specified formats within the application form.

• You will be required to provide documentation verifying age, and country of citizenship for eligibility, if you are selected at the interview stage.

• Information filled in the Parent/Guardian section should be for BIOLOGICAL parents or LEGAL guardians. The contact information you provide will be used to reach you during the application and selection process. Please provide accurate addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses that you use and check on a regular basis.

Education Section

• Insert Primary School Name, Certificate obtained e.g. (primary school leaving certificate etc.), duration (mm/yy - mm/yy format), and the year of graduation. Indicate nil if you did not complete education at the school indicated.

• Add New for multiple schools attended at the primary/basic level.

• Insert Secondary/High School Name, Certificate obtained e.g. (junior/senior school leaving certificate, High school diploma etc.), Duration (mm/yy - mm/yy format), and the year of graduation. Indicate nil if you did not complete your education at the school indicated.

• Add New for multiple schools attended at the secondary level until graduation.

• Insert Post-Secondary Institution Name (e.g. A’level, Technical College, University), Certificate obtained e.g. (A levels, BSc, Diploma etc.), Duration (mm/yy - mm/yy format), and the year of graduation. Indicate nil if you did not complete your education at the school indicated.

• Insert proposed University of Study and proposed course of study. Remember that the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship Program is specific at this time to only Covenant and Landmark University. It is also course-specific; hence you would have the option of only choosing from the available options.

• For the exam results section, the name of the Nationally Recognized O’level exams should be inserted including the date the exam was taken. (This exam varies for different countries).

• All subjects taken should be captured in the exam results section along with corresponding grades Combination of two different certificate exams is not permitted JAMB result is specific to ONLY Nigerian Applicants. All Nigerian applicants must insert JAMB result for application to be considered.

Recommendation Section

• Insert personal information and contact details for an Academic referee (i.e. academic staff who is aware of your academic progress and other school-related affairs). Note: A letter of recommendation from this individual need to be uploaded in the ‘upload credentials’ section of the application.

• Insert personal information and contact details for a Religious Referee (i.e. a cleric who is aware of your spiritual progress and other personal and character related affairs). Note: A letter of recommendation from this individual need to be uploaded in the uploads section of the application. Note that parents or guardians CANNOT be listed as referees.

Essay Section

This section includes 5 essay questions that must be completed. Each essay has a word limit of 500 words and must under no circumstances be exceeded. Your responses would give an opportunity to the selection committee to better understand you as a leader, including your desire to participate in the program.

English Language

• English language proficiency is required for participation in the Scholarship program. All activities and communication would be done in English without the opportunity for translation. Please fill in the portion of the application evaluating your language skills as accurately as possible.


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