Julius Berger Nigeria Plc (JBN), a leading construction company in Nigeria, is committed to fostering education and capacity building within the country. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, JBN offers scholarships to qualified female engineering students in public universities across Nigeria. This scholarship aims to support and encourage young women pursuing careers in engineering and related fields.
Eligibility Criteria:
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Nationality: Nigerian citizen.
- Gender: Female.
- University Enrollment: Full-time, second-year student in a Federal or State-owned university in Nigeria, accredited by the National Universities Commission (NUC).
- Faculty: Enrolled in the Faculty of Engineering, Environmental, or Technology.
- Academic Performance: Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.5 on a 5.0 scale.
Eligible Courses:
The scholarship is open to students studying the following courses:
- Architecture
- Building and Construction Engineering
- Building Engineering
- Building Technology
- Cartography
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Construction Engineering
- Construction Project Management
- Electrical Engineering
- Land Surveying
- Mechanical Engineering
- Metallurgical and Material Engineering
- Metallurgy
- Production Engineering
- Project Management
- Quantity Surveying
- Structural Engineering
Application Process:
Interested and eligible candidates should follow these steps to apply:
- Registration: Visit the Scholastica portal and click on “Register Now” to create an account.
- Account Activation: Activate your account through the email sent to your registered email address.
- Profile Completion: Log in to your account and provide personal and educational details.
- Document Upload: Upload scanned copies of the following documents:
- Recent passport-sized photograph (JPEG format, not more than 200KB).
- University or JAMB Admission Letter.
- Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) Result.
- O’ Level Result(s); and ‘A’ Level / OND / NCE Result(s) as applicable.
- Academic results for 100-level.
- Submission: Review all information and documents for accuracy and clarity, then submit your application.
- Verification: Download your profile, have it signed by your Head of Department, and upload the signed document for verification.
Important Notes:
- Application for the JBN scholarship is FREE.
- SCHOLASTICA is the official platform for the JBN Scholarship.
- Beware of fraudulent websites requesting payments during the application process.
- Email applications are NOT accepted.
- JBN does NOT assign representatives or agents to assist applicants.
- Providing false documents will result in disqualification.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be invited for the proctored computer-based test.
For further inquiries, contact: scholastica@dragnet-solutions.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):
Is the Julius Berger Nigeria Scholarship Scheme application free?
Yes, the application is entirely free. Be cautious of any websites or individuals requesting payment for the application process.
Can male students apply for this scholarship?
No, this scholarship is exclusively for female students as part of JBN’s initiative to support women in engineering and related fields.
What is the application deadline for the 2025 scholarship?
The application deadline for the 2025 scholarship has not been announced yet. Applicants are advised to regularly check the Scholastica portal for updates.
How will I know if I am shortlisted for the computer-based test?
Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email and provided with details about the proctored computer-based test.
Can I apply if I am in my first year of study?
No, only students who are currently in their second year of full-time study are eligible to apply for this scholarship.
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This scholarship represents a significant opportunity for female engineering students in Nigeria to receive financial support and encouragement in their academic pursuits. Interested candidates should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria and submit their applications before the specified deadline.
