Here is another opportunity for students in Nigeria, particularly from Adamawa State. The Adamawa State Scholarship Trust Fund (ASSTF) provides financial assistance to hundreds of students annually through its scholarship program. If you are an undergraduate, whether in a state or federal university or polytechnic, this opportunity is for you.
Unfortunately, this is a regional scholarship primarily targeting students from Adamawa State. However, here are more undergraduate opportunities for you to check out.
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About ASSTF
The Adamawa State government initiated a financial program in Yola to support indigenous students through higher education. Founded many years ago, the scholarship helps needy and deserving students of the state. As a result, there are different requirements depending on the student’s qualifications. The program offers both local and international scholarships, as well as student loans and support grants.
Scholarship Categories
This program is divided into six categories, which are as follows:
- Full Scholarship: For undergraduate students enrolled in an accredited monotechnic, polytechnic, or university in Nigeria. Students in this category must possess a CGPA of at least 3.0.
- Foreign Scholarship: For undergraduates seeking to study abroad. Applicants must ensure their chosen course is unavailable or limited in Nigeria.
- Bursary: Offers students funding for courses specifically related to the manpower needs of the state.
- Special Scholarship: For students with disabilities and special needs.
- Student Loan: Offering students whose educational expenses are very high grants to be repaid after an agreed number of years. To be eligible, your course must be approved by ASSTF.
- Support Grants: These grants are issued for specific qualifications relevant to the development of the state.
Adamawa State Scholarship Requirements
- Be an indigene of Adamawa State.
- Be enrolled in an accredited program in a monotechnic, polytechnic, or university within Nigeria (except for students seeking international scholarships).
- Be either an NCE I, ND I, HND I, 100 Level, or 200 Level student.
ASSTF Eligible Courses
- Engineering Courses
- Agriculture
- International Development and NGO
- Technical Courses
- Geology and Mining Courses
- Architecture
- Computing Courses
- Medical Courses
- Post-Conflict Reconstruction and Development
- Disaster Management and Conflict Resolution
How to Apply for the Adamawa State Scholarship Trust Fund
- Navigate to the ASSTF official website (www.asstfy.ad.gov.ng) and register.
- Upon registration, upload the necessary identity documents and you will be prompted to purchase a PIN to access the scholarship application form.
- Once done, a Personal Identification Number will be issued to you via the provided email.
- Log in to your scholarship portal.
- Select the category of scholarship you want and commence filling the application form.
- Upload scanned copies of required documents.
- Submit the application form.
Required Documents
- State of Origin/L.G.A certificate
- Institution admission letter
- Personal Identification Number (PIN)
- Medical report (for students with disabilities)
ASSTF Benefits
- Full sponsorship depending on the selected program (tuition, books, allowance, laptop, etc.).
- Promising job placement in the government after graduation.
- Good networking opportunities with people from the same state of origin.
Screening Process
The scholarship board will only send confirmation to selected applicants, after which they will be invited for an interview where terms and conditions, alongside awarding grants, will be discussed. However, selected students must periodically upload their reports in order to maintain the scholarship. Disbursement of grants will only be made into a BVN-verified bank account of awardees.
Adamawa State Scholarship Deadline
Deadlines vary depending on the category of the selected scholarship. Visit www.asstfy.ad.gov.ng for more information or contact [email protected] or call +234-814-778-6978, +234-803-613-6401. For offline applications, visit Kashim Ibrahim Way Jimetta-Yola, Adamawa State.
FAQs
I don’t know my portal login password
Request a password reset and check your email for login information.
How can I make payment for the Adamawa scholarship application form?
Once you sign up on the scholarship portal, you will be prompted to make payment via a secure payment gateway where a PIN to access the application form will be issued to you.
What happens if I underperform in my academics after receiving the award?
Your scholarship might be revoked if you don’t continually meet the agreed academic terms.
When will the Adamawa State Scholarship shortlist candidates?
Due to the different timelines for applications and deadlines, only selected applicants will be notified via email and invited for an interview.
Conclusion
The Adamawa State government has done a wonderful job investing in the education of their youths. Because this is a regional scholarship, it is less competitive. Try your luck and apply today. Your future is in your hands. Stay informed by subscribing to our push notifications and newsletter for more financial aid opportunities. Share this post with friends and family to participate.
