Ruth Titilayo Postgraduate Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded Support for Nigerian Graduates

Ruth Titilayo Postgraduate Scholarship 2026: Overview

The Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation is delighted to announce the 2026 Postgraduate Scholarship for exceptional Nigerian graduates pursuing advanced studies. The scholarship offers financial support for tuition fees, living expenses, and research-related costs, enabling talented postgraduates to advance their careers and make meaningful contributions to society.

Eligibility

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold an undergraduate degree with a minimum of Second Class Upper (2:1) or higher.

• Hold a degree from a Nigerian institution (either undergraduate or any other degree).

• Be a current student at the time of application or have been enrolled within the last five years.

Nice to have (not mandatory, but advantageous):

• Currently pursuing a Master’s degree (or equivalent postgraduate qualification).

• Engaged in professional research or relevant work experience.

Final-year undergraduates are not eligible for this postgraduate grant.

Benefits

• Tuition allowance: Up to ₦100,000.

• Maintenance allowance: Up to ₦20,000.

• Additional allowances: Internal travel, research, and fieldwork expenses (at the discretion of the committee).

Fellowship/Program Components

• Financial support for postgraduate education.

• Consideration for fieldwork and academic research costs.

• Online competency-based interview for shortlisted candidates.

Application Requirements

• Completed online application form.

• If shortlisted, applicants must provide:

  • Copies of academic transcripts/results.

  • Two reference letters from academic tutors.

  • A personal statement.

  • Additional supporting documents (if applicable).

Selection Criteria

• Academic excellence (minimum 2:1 or higher).

• Quality of application (personal statement, references, achievements).

• Performance in the online interview.

Application Process

1. Complete and submit the online application form via the Foundation’s official website.

2. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted from 11th November 2025.

3. Attend the online interview in December 2025.

4. Successful candidates will be awarded scholarships in early 2026.

Important Dates (2026 Session)

• Application Window: October 1 – October 31, 2025

• Shortlisting Notification: From November 11, 2025

• Online Interviews: December 2025

• Scholarship Awards: Early 2026

For more information and application: 

Visit the official website of the Ruth Titilayo Postgraduate Scholarship 2026 | Fully Funded Support for Nigerian Graduates