Dr. Dapo and Mrs. Lillie Popoola African Student Scholarship

Brief Description

The Dr. Dapo and Mrs. Lillie Popoola African Student Scholarship is a prestigious opportunity for African students to study at the University of Oregon. It aims to promote diversity and global education by supporting exceptional students from Africa.

Host Institution(s)

The scholarship is hosted by the University of Oregon, a top-ranked public research university located in Eugene, Oregon. The university offers over 300 academic programs and has a diverse and inclusive community.

Level/Field of Study

The scholarship is open to graduate and undergraduate students pursuing any field of study at the University of Oregon.

Number of Awards

Each year, the scholarship awards up to four students with the opportunity to study at the University of Oregon. This makes a total of eight students over the course of two academic years.

Target Group

The scholarship is open to students from all African countries, including both international and domestic students. Applicants must be admitted to the University of Oregon to be considered for the scholarship.

Scholarship Value/Inclusions

The Dr. Dapo and Mrs. Lillie Popoola African Student Scholarship covers tuition, fees, and living expenses for the duration of an undergraduate or graduate program at the University of Oregon. In addition, scholarship recipients will have the opportunity to participate in leadership and cultural activities on campus.

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the scholarship,

• Applicants must be from an African country and have demonstrated financial need.
• They must also have a strong academic record, a commitment to community service, and be admitted to the University of Oregon.
• Preference will be given to students who have overcome adversity, have leadership potential, and will contribute to the diversity of the University of Oregon community.

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Application Instructions

Interested students must apply for admission to the University of Oregon by January 15th for fall term admission. They must also submit a separate scholarship application by February 15th. The scholarship application will require a personal statement, two letters of recommendation, and proof of financial need.

Official Website

For more information and to apply for the Dr. Dapo and Mrs. Lillie Popoola African Student Scholarship, please visit the official website.