The Christopher Kolade Foundation (CKF) has announced the opening of applications for the SHE SOARS 2025/2026 Scholarship, a need-based program designed to support young Nigerian women who want to pursue higher education but face financial challenges.
According to the Foundation, the scholarship aims to “empower female students in Nigeria, especially those who graduated from public secondary schools and are ready to begin their university education in the 2025/2026 academic year.”
The SHE SOARS Scholarship, which stands for Supporting Higher Education to Shape Extraordinary African Rising Stars, is part of CKF’s long-term effort to enhance female access to quality education, reduce financial obstacles to university attendance, and provide mentorship and leadership development opportunities.
The Foundation explained that the initiative is focused on helping young women thrive throughout their university journey through tuition support, mentorship, and academic guidance.
To qualify, applicants must be female, must have graduated from a public secondary school in Nigeria, and must have secured admission into a public Nigerian university for the 2025/2026 academic session. Applicants are expected to already have or expect to receive their admission letter before applying.
The scholarship offers tuition fee payment, support for some living expenses, and the provision of school materials. Beyond financial aid, beneficiaries will also gain access to mentorship programs, leadership training, and networking opportunities that will help them grow both academically and professionally.
“The SHE SOARS Scholarship is a powerful opportunity for young women who are ready to pursue higher education but may not have the financial support to do so,” the Foundation added.
Applications are now open and will close on November 13, 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply early to avoid last-minute technical issues.
To apply, visit the official website at www.ckf.org.ng, navigate to the SHE SOARS Scholarship Application Page, fill out the online form, upload the required documents, and submit the application.
For further inquiries, applicants can contact the Foundation via email at info@ckf.org.ng.
