Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation (RTEF) Scholarship application for Nigerians, 2026

The rising cost of education in Nigeria has left many students and families grappling with financial uncertainty. In response to this challenge, the Ruth Titilayo Educational Foundation (RTEF) has launched its 2026 scholarship program, designed to alleviate the financial burden and promote academic excellence among Nigerian students.

This initiative, funded by the Ruth Titilayo Foundation, offers full tuition coverage and additional financial support to eligible students across various educational levels, including secondary school, undergraduate, postgraduate, and vocational studies within Nigerian institutions.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the 2026 RTEF Scholarship, applicants must meet the following requirements:

- Be a Nigerian citizen

- Be currently enrolled in secondary school, vocational and technical institutions, polytechnics, or universities at undergraduate or postgraduate levels

- Be under the age of 25

- Possess a strong academic record

- Demonstrate commitment to education and personal growth

- Submit a complete application before the deadline of October 31, 2025

Final-year undergraduate students are also eligible to apply.

Scholarship Coverage

The RTEF Scholarship provides comprehensive financial support, including:

- Tuition allowance of up to ₦100,000

- Maintenance allowance of up to ₦20,000

- Additional allowances for internal travel, research, and fieldwork expenses, subject to committee approval

This financial assistance is intended to ensure that recipients can focus fully on their academic pursuits without the distraction of financial hardship.

Required Documents

Applicants must prepare the following documents:

- Personal details

- Parent or guardian information

- Residential address

- Latest academic transcript or report

- Two reference letters

- Short essays outlining academic goals, motivation for applying, and reasons for selection

Supported Educational Programs

The scholarship is open to students enrolled in:

- Secondary schools

- Tertiary institutions (universities and polytechnics)

- Vocational and technical institutes

As long as applicants are actively pursuing education within Nigeria, they are encouraged to apply.

Application Process

Interested candidates should follow these steps to apply:

1. Review all scholarship details thoroughly

2. Visit the scholarship webpage and select the appropriate education level

3. Click on APPLY to begin the application process

4. Complete and submit the online application form, including:

   - Current academic results

   - Two reference letters from tutors

   - Personal statement

   - Any additional supporting documents

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted starting November 11, 2025, and invited to participate in an online interview in December 2025. Successful applicants will receive their scholarship awards thereafter.