Carewave ASPIRE Scholarship Programme (CASP) 2026

Applicants must:

• Be Nigerian citizens.
• Be between 18 and 25 years old.
• Have secured admission into an eligible Federal University in Nigeria.
• Have a minimum CGPA/GPA of 4.5 on a 5.0 scale, or its equivalent where applicable.
• Demonstrate strong academic performance.
• Demonstrate genuine financial need.
• Come from a vulnerable or financially disadvantaged background.
• Show integrity, leadership potential and commitment to their education.
• Remain enrolled in an approved programme of study.
• Meet any additional requirements specified by Care Wave Foundation during the selection process.

Priority is given to students studying at Federal Universities in Nigeria.

Priority disciplines include:

Health & Medical Sciences

• Medicine and Surgery
• Nursing Science
• Pharmacy
• Medical Laboratory Science
• Physiotherapy
• Radiography

Technology & Computing

• Computer Science
• Software Engineering
• Cybersecurity
• Information Technology
• Data Science
• Artificial Intelligence

Engineering

• Electrical and Electronic Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Petroleum Engineering
• Mechatronics Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Environmental Engineering

Sciences

• Biotechnology
• Microbiology
• Biochemistry
• Statistics
• Mathematics
• Environmental Science
• Food Science and Technology

Business, Law & Social Sciences

• Law
• Economics
• Accounting
• Finance
• Business Administration
• Entrepreneurship
• Political Science
• International Relations
• Public Administration
• Sociology
• Psychology
• Criminology and Security Studies

Communication & Humanities

• Mass Communication
• Communication and Media Studies
• English and Literary Studies
• Linguistics
• Philosophy
• History and International Studies
• Geography
• Urban and Regional Planning

Benefits & Coverage

Successful scholars may receive:

• Up to ₦500,000 in scholarship support per year.
• Tuition-fee support.
• Living stipend.
• Scholarship support for one academic session initially.
• Opportunity for renewal in subsequent academic sessions, subject to satisfactory academic performance and continued eligibility.
• Mentorship opportunities.
• Leadership development.
• Career guidance.
• Professional networking opportunities.
• Access to the wider Carewave Scholars community.

Renewal is not automatic. Scholars are expected to remain in good academic standing, maintain good conduct and continue meeting the programme's requirements.

Applicants should prepare the following documents:

• University admission letter.
• JAMB admission letter.
• JAMB result slip.
• WAEC/NECO result.
• Birth certificate.
• Local Government identification.
• NIMC/NIN slip.
• Two letters of recommendation.
• Motivation letter.
• Proof of financial need.

Applicants may also be asked to provide supporting financial documents such as:

• Parent/guardian payslip or proof of income.
• Bank statement or other evidence of household income.
• Letter from a school, local authority, church, mosque or community leader confirming financial hardship.
• Relevant documentation where the applicant has lost one or both parents.
• Other credible evidence explaining the household's financial situation.

Applicants should ensure uploaded documents are clear, accurate and consistent with the information provided in the application form.

• Applying without confirming the 4.5/5.0 minimum CGPA requirement.
• Assuming every Nigerian tertiary institution is automatically eligible.
• Providing a vague financial-need statement.
• Uploading incomplete or unreadable documents.
• Giving inconsistent information across JAMB, university and identity records.
• Submitting generic recommendation letters.
• Writing a motivation letter that only discusses financial hardship without explaining academic achievements and future goals.
• Waiting until the deadline before gathering proof of financial need.
• Paying an individual who claims they can guarantee scholarship selection.
• Submitting an incomplete application.

1. Review the eligibility requirements carefully.

2. Confirm that you:

   • Are a Nigerian citizen.

   • Are between 18 and 25 years old.

   • Have admission into an eligible Federal University.

   • Meet the minimum 4.5/5.0 academic requirement.

   • Can demonstrate genuine financial need.

3. Prepare all required academic, admission, identity and financial-support documents.

4. Visit the official Care Wave Foundation scholarship page.

5. Click the “Apply Now” button.

6. Create/sign in to your Care Wave applicant profile where required.

7. Complete all sections of the online application form.

8. Upload the requested supporting documents.

9. Write and upload your motivation letter carefully.

10. Provide credible evidence of financial need.

11. Review the application to ensure there are no missing fields or incorrect documents.

12. Submit the application before 9 November 2026.

13. Monitor your email and the Care Wave portal for updates.

14. Shortlisted candidates may be invited for an interview or asked to provide further information.

15. Successful candidates will be notified after the Foundation's screening, verification and assessment process.