Long Empowerment Foundation Scholarship 2025: Up to ₦350,000 Support for Nigerian Students

Long Empowerment Foundation Scholarship 2025: Up to ₦350,000 Support for Nigerian Students

GoldenNewsNg reports that the Long Empowerment Foundation is currently accepting applications for the 2025 LONG Scholars Program, offering up to ₦350,000 in scholarship support to eligible Nigerian students in secondary and tertiary institutions. This financial aid covers tuition, examinations, accommodation, and learning materials, with the goal of empowering youth from underserved communities.

Scholarship Summary

• Host Organization: Long Empowerment Foundation

• Location: Nigeria

• Target Group: Secondary & Undergraduate Students

• Category: Full Scholarship

• Benefits:

  • Tuition fees

  • Accommodation

  • Books and learning materials

  • Living stipends

• Eligibility: Nigerian citizens

• Deadline: July 25, 2025

About the LONG Scholars Program

The Long Empowerment Foundation Scholarship, also known as the LONG Scholars Program, is designed to provide financial assistance, mentorship, and a support community for promising students who face economic hardship. This initiative is rooted in the Foundation’s mission to help Nigerian youth rewrite their stories through education and opportunity.

The scholarship is renewable yearly based on academic performance and demonstrated financial need.

Scholarship Value

Successful applicants will receive up to ₦350,000 per academic session, which covers:

• Tuition and registration fees

• Accommodation

• Examination fees

• Learning materials

This support is available for both secondary and tertiary-level students.

Eligible Programmes

Applicants must have secured admission into one of the following academic programs:

• National Diploma (ND)

• Higher National Diploma (HND)

• Bachelor’s Degree

Participating Institutions

Students enrolled in the following types of accredited Nigerian institutions are eligible to apply:

• Universities

• Polytechnics

• Colleges of Education

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Long Empowerment Foundation Scholarship 2025, you must:

• Be between 16 and 26 years old

• Be currently admitted or enrolled in an accredited institution

• Come from a household with an annual income below ₦3,000,000

• Provide academic transcripts, proof of financial need, and a reference letter

Required Documents

Applicants must upload the following during the application:

• Completed Application Form

• Academic Transcripts or Latest Results

• Reference Letter

• Proof of Financial Need (e.g., letter from a religious leader or community head)

How to Apply for LONG Scholars Program 2025

Follow these steps to apply:

1. Confirm Your Eligibility: Ensure you meet all requirements listed above.

2. Prepare Your Documents: Gather all required academic and financial documents.

3. Apply Online: Complete the online application form provided on the Long Empowerment Foundation website.  https://longempowerment.org/scholarships

4. Submit Before Deadline: All applications must be submitted before July 25, 2025.

 Application Timeline:

• Application Window: Opens May/June 2025

• Deadline: July 25, 2025

• Final Selection: Late August 2025