Nigeria · Fully funded
Murtala Muhammed Foundation STEM Scholarship 2027 for African Girls
Updated 29 October 2026
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The Murtala Muhammed Foundation (MMF), set up in memory of Nigeria's former Head of State General Murtala Muhammed, runs a STEM scholarship programme with the Africa Science Academy for talented young African women. The scholarship supports girls from low-income backgrounds who want to build careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
What the scholarship covers
- Full university scholarship for a four-year degree
- Tuition, accommodation and living expenses
- A dedicated mentor from the STEM field
- An annual paid internship
- An annual leadership summer school
Who can apply
- A female African student
- Aged 16 to 19
- Have completed Senior Secondary School, IGCSE, O-Levels or an equivalent
- Strong results in Physics and Mathematics (A or B grades in WAEC or equivalent); Further Mathematics and English are also important
- A real passion for STEM
- Priority for girls from low-income backgrounds
Documents you need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts or results
- A recent passport photograph
- Personal essays
- A recommendation letter from your Maths or Science teacher (optional)
How to apply
- Fill in the official application form.
- Upload your results, passport photograph and essays.
- Add a recommendation letter from a Maths or Science teacher if you have one.
- Submit before 30 November 2026.
Deadline
30 November 2026
Tips
- Write honest, personal essays. Explain your love for science and the challenges you've faced.
- Show your achievements in Maths and Physics, such as competitions, clubs or projects.
- Ask a teacher early for a recommendation letter.
- Apply only through the official form, and never pay anyone to apply for you.