Ghana scholarships: JIM OVIA Foundation Leaders Scholarships for African Undergraduates 2020
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The Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship for African Undergraduates 2020 (JOFLS) is a definitive partnership. between the Jim Ovia Foundation, Nigeria and Africa America Institute (AAI) that will have a long-term impact on creating a better and brighter future for young Africans. The Scholarship is intended to create a sense of hope to dreams of African Undergraduate students.
About The Scholarship
This scholarship is made possible through the generous philanthropy of the Jim Ovia Foundation and is currently offered through. Ashesi University in Ghana and Covenant University in Nigeria.
Through their partners, Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will provide comprehensive scholarships to select high achieving students., from under resource backgrounds, a full education that will provide them with the necessary skills for a dynamic and innovation-driven career.
Ashesi University
The mission of Ashesi University is to educate ethical, entrepreneurial leaders in Africa. Started in 2002., Ashesi is now recognized as one of the finest institutions of higher education in Africa., with an educational experience proven to prepare students for successful lives and careers.
The University is recognized for its excellent graduate placement, with almost 100% of graduates receiving job offers, starting businesses or entering graduate school within six months of graduation. Ashesi’s graduates are considered as some of the most career-ready in Africa and are ranked among the best educated in the world by employers.
n 2017, Ashesi was awarded the World Innovation Summit in Education Prize, one of the world’s biggest prizes in education, for its impact on higher education in Africa. In 2018, Ashesi was also awarded a Charter by the President of Ghana, granting it full independence as a nationally recognized degree-granting institution. It was the youngest university to have been granted a Presidential Charter in Ghana’s history, a rare accomplishment.
Ashesi offers a four-year bachelor’s program grounded in a multidisciplinary core curriculum, featuring majors in Business Administration, Management Information Systems, Computer Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Computer Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.
With an academic program designed in collaboration with some of the world’s best universities and organizations, Ashesi continues to shape an educational experience like no other in Africa.
Through our various programs, the Jim Ovia Foundation aims to equip the future of our African community by increasing the knowledge base and skills of our youths. the Jim Ovia Foundation has supported thousands of college students and entrepreneurs through provision accessible grants and scholarships.
The Jim Ovia Scholars Program was founded in 1998. It’s fully funded by Mr Jim Ovia, to give financial assistance to exceptional Nigeria youths. The scholarship once was known as the MUSTE scholarship. Eligible awardees are supported for their undergraduate and graduate study through the length of their program which also includes tuition and maintenance fees.
The program offers an average of 100 opportunities annually for new applicants while renewing applicants are also supported yearly, this depends on meeting all eligibility requirements of the scholarship. Since October 2010, Mr OVIA has invested over 100 Million Naira in this program to encourage 1500 beneficiaries and counting.
In establishing the Jim Ovia Scholarship,” Mr Ovia expected to create a network of future leaders within Nigeria who are able to compete internationally with their peers, bring fresh ideas, creativity and are committed to improving the lives and circumstances of people in their respective communities.
Ghana scholarships – Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship
The Jim Ovia Foundation Leadership Scholarship (JOFLS) is just a part of the Jim Ovia Scholarships. However, instead of being funded alone by the foundation, it is offered in a partnership with the Africa-America Institute (AAI).
JOFLS is given on the basis of intellectual ability, leadership capability and also a desire to utilize their wisdom to contribute to society throughout Nigeria by providing service to their community and applying their own knowledge and talent to improve the lifestyles of the others.
Over time it’s estimated the Jim Ovia Scholarship beneficiaries will become leaders in helping to address challenges related to health, technology, and fund, all areas in which the foundation is deeply engaged.
Level/ Field of Study
The Scholarship is meant for students pursuing Undergraduate Studies in any STEM courses: science, technology, engineering and mathematics or related courses.
Host Nationality Ffor these Ghana scholarships
The Scholarship is hosted by the Jim Ovia Foundation, Nigeria in partnership with AAI.
Scholarship Benefits
Generally, the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholars will receive the following benefits:
- Comprehensive Scholarships: the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will provide tuition, room, and board for undergraduate study.
- Career Support and Opportunities: Scholarship recipients will receive career counseling and support while still students and also after graduation.
- AAI Global Alumni Network: Recipients of the Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship will graduate into one of the most prestigious alumni networks. AAI Alumni include prominent leaders in many sectors around Africa and the Globe and includes two sitting Presidents. Scholarship recipients will be connected to this network for potential opportunities, mentorship, and the ability to collectively continue towards developing the continent.
Who Is Eligible For The Jim Ovia Foundation Leaders Scholarship?
As stated earlier, these scholarships are awarded on the basis of personal intellectual ability, leadership capability and a desire to contribute to society at large to improve the lives of others.
However, students must also meet the following requirements:
- Must be a citizen of an African country, residing in Africa
- Exhibit strong academic record and penchant for high-achievement
- Demonstrate a Financial Need
- Present an active record of youth leadership within his/her community
- Applicants whose first language is not English are to provide evidence of proficiency in English at a higher level by the University.
How To Apply
To apply for the Jim Ovia Foundation Scholarship, applicants should visit https://www.aaionline.org/what-we-do/jim-ovia-foundation-leadership-scholarship/
Application Deadline:
Unfortunately, the scholarship is not ongoing. However, we shall keep you informed on the new date.
What is the Jim Ovia Scholars Program
The Jim Ovia Scholars Program is a national initiative to teach and develop next-generation leaders who will contribute to social and economic progress of Nigeria. The Program permits Nigerian youths from economically disadvantaged communities to achieve a quality tertiary education, and make successful transitions to further education or to the workforce in Nigeria.
Who is a Jim Ovia Scholar?
A Jim Ovia scholar is any individual that has benefitted or was awarded a Jim Ovia Scholarship as financial support for the purpose of finishing his/her undergraduate tertiary education.
Who can apply?
UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS
The Jim Ovia Scholars program for undergraduate level students is open to matriculated full-time University/College applicants who are inhabitants and citizens of Nigeria. This program aims to support academically equipped, yet economically disadvantaged, youths in Nigeria who will commit to the transformation of the future of the country.
How many awards are available each year?
There are 100 new scholarships available for award each year. All eligible renewing aspirants who meet the renewal scholar’s criteria will be re-awarded a renewal scholarship.
When is the deadline to apply?
The current application portal is open from October until December (subject to review).
Source: worldscholarshipforum
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