Achievers University awards 500 scholarships before convocation

According to reports, Achievers University has awarded scholarships to 500 students. We have not yet seen an official notice from Achievers University.

Reports state that 98 students will graduate with First Class honours during the 16th convocation ceremony of the institution. A total of 836 students are graduating at this convocation, which includes 50 postgraduate students. The total count of First Class graduates for the academic session reached 98 students.

The scholarship scheme started when the institution was established in 2007. The university provides a full 100 per cent tuition waiver across 17 academic courses. It also gives an 80 per cent tuition discount for five courses, and a 70 per cent tuition discount for another set of five courses. Students taking four engineering courses receive a 65 per cent tuition waiver.

The university got approval to expand its yearly admission capacity for the Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery program. The allowed intake moved from 50 students up to 120 students.

The vice-chancellor urged the Federal Government to allow private university students to benefit from student assistance schemes, including the Nigerian Education Loan Fund.

Who it affects

This information affects prospective and current students of Achievers University, especially those seeking tuition aid or medical admissions.