Startup Abuja Scholarship 2026: How Nigerian Students Can Get Tuition Support, Stipend and Paid Internship
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Nigerian students in tertiary institutions can apply for the Startup Abuja Scholarship Programme 2026, a nationwide initiative with a reported ₦50 million funding pool. The programme offers selected students full tuition coverage, monthly stipends for six months, paid remote internships and entrepreneurship training.
Students in public or private universities, polytechnics and colleges of education can apply. The programme also states that there is no minimum CGPA requirement.
“We are not just paying tuition fees; we are intentionally building a complete pipeline that takes a Nigerian student from the classroom straight into the global workspace.” — Chigozie Ezugwu, Executive Director, Startup Abuja.
What Successful Applicants Can Get
Selected beneficiaries may receive full tuition support, a six-month stipend, a paid remote internship, entrepreneurship and professional-skills training, plus financial-literacy coaching. These benefits can help students reduce financial pressure while gaining valuable career experience.
How to Apply — Step by Step
1. Check your eligibility: Confirm that you are currently enrolled in a Nigerian university, polytechnic or college of education.
2. Visit the official Startup Abuja website: Go to Startup Abuja and locate the Scholarship Programme.
3. Review the requirements: Read the application instructions carefully and prepare the information or documents requested.
4. Complete the online form: Enter your personal, institutional and academic information accurately.
5. Review before submitting: Check your details carefully for errors or omissions.
6. Submit before the deadline: The official Startup Abuja website lists 31 August 2026 as the application deadline.
Important: Apply only through the official platform and avoid paying anyone who claims they can guarantee selection.
This scholarship opportunity goes beyond school-fee support by combining education, financial assistance, entrepreneurship and work experience. Eligible Nigerian students should review the official requirements and apply before the 31 August 2026 deadline.
