Opportunity Description
The Credence Nigerian Law School Scholarship is a fully funded tuition scholarship created to support exceptional but financially disadvantaged Nigerian law students.
Sponsored by Credence Nigeria, a leading venture capital and technology-focused law firm, this initiative helps eligible candidates cover Nigerian Law School tuition fees, enabling them to pursue their legal careers without financial barriers.
This scholarship is designed to ensure that qualified law graduates facing financial hardship can successfully attend the Nigerian Law School and ultimately be called to the Nigerian Bar.
Scholarship Overview
- Host Organisation: Credence Nigeria
- Scholarship Type: Fully Funded Nigerian Law School Tuition
- Location: Nigeria
- Target Group: Final-year law students and recent LLB graduates
- Application Deadline: 31st January 2026
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must meet all of the following requirements:
- Be a final-year law student or a recent LLB graduate from a recognised Nigerian university
- Be eligible for admission into the Nigerian Law School for the upcoming academic session (e.g., 2026 cohort)
- Possess a minimum of Second Class Upper (2:1) degree
- Demonstrate financial need, supported by relevant documentation
- Participation in extracurricular activities, leadership roles, or community service is an added advantage but not mandatory
This scholarship specifically targets law students who may otherwise be unable to afford Law School tuition due to financial constraints.
Required Documents
Applicants should be prepared to submit the following documents:
- Completed scholarship application form
- Academic transcript showing final results
- Personal statement or statement of purpose
- At least one letter of recommendation
- Character reference letter (from a community leader, mentor, or reputable authority)
- Evidence of extracurricular involvement
- Proof of leadership or volunteer experience
- Any documentation demonstrating financial hardship
Ensure all documents are clear, accurate, and properly labelled before submission.
Scholarship Benefits
Successful candidates will receive:
- Full tuition coverage at the Nigerian Law School
- Significant financial relief, allowing full focus on legal training
Note: This scholarship covers tuition fees only and does not explicitly include accommodation, stipends, or additional living expenses.
By covering tuition costs, the scholarship removes one of the major financial barriers to legal education in Nigeria.
All applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM (WAT).
Late or incomplete applications will not be considered.
