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National Merit Scholarship Scheme for Nigerian Undergraduate Students – Offered by NNPC and TotalEnergies
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The National Merit Scholarship Scheme of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), and TotalEnergies Upstream Companies in Nigeria (TUCN) make way for outstanding Nigerian undergraduate students who want to improve their tertiary education.
A part of TotalEnergies’ corporate social responsibility, the program is aimed at promoting academic excellence and quality manpower development in the Country. This is one of the many ways by which the company demonstrates its commitment to the educational development of Nigerian students.
**Application deadline:** November 20, 2021
### Table of contents
- [Benefits of the National Merit Scholarship Scheme](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/national-merit-scholarship-scheme-for-nigerian-undergraduate-students-offered-by-nnpc-and-totalenergies/#h-benefits-of-the-national-merit-scholarship-scheme)
- [Eligibility Criteria for Nigerian Undergraduate Students](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/national-merit-scholarship-scheme-for-nigerian-undergraduate-students-offered-by-nnpc-and-totalenergies/#h-eligibility-criteria-for-nigerian-undergraduate-students)
- [Documents Required for Application](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/national-merit-scholarship-scheme-for-nigerian-undergraduate-students-offered-by-nnpc-and-totalenergies/#h-documents-required-for-application)
- [How to Apply for the NNPC and TotalEnergies Opportunity](https://scholarshipsforafricans.com/national-merit-scholarship-scheme-for-nigerian-undergraduate-students-offered-by-nnpc-and-totalenergies/#h-how-to-apply-for-the-nnpc-and-totalenergies-opportunity)
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## Benefits of the National Merit Scholarship Scheme
Through the said opportunity, Nigeria undergraduate students are expected to receive N150,000 annually.
TotalEnergies has always been driven by a true pioneering spirit, having been founded in 1924 to enable France to play a crucial role in the great oil and gas adventure. It has uncovered some of the world’s most prolific fields. In addition, its refineries have been producing increasingly complex products, and its vast distribution network has been providing an ever-expanding range of services.
Starting a career together with TotalEnergies will ensure any Nigerian student a sure-fire track ahead.
## Eligibility Criteria for Nigerian Undergraduate Students
In order to be considered for a National Merit Scholarship, Nigerian students must adhere to the following set requirements:
- Be a Registered FULL TIME undergraduate in a recognized Nigerian University
- Be a certified 100 or 200 level student at the time of application
- Show proof of SSCE or Equivalent Certificate.
- Show proof of the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examinations (UTME) score.
- Show proof of Admission letter from the University and Matriculation Number
- Show proof of A-level or Equivalent Certificate (for direct entry students).
## Documents Required for Application
- Recent Passport Photograph
- Certificate or Proof of Origin
- Senior Secondary Certificate of Education (SSCE)
- UTME result
- JAMB/University Admission Letter
- 1st Year Result showing CGPA
## How to Apply for the NNPC and TotalEnergies Opportunity
To start your application process, please head over to the [official scholarship application webpage](https://scholarships.totalenergiescsredu.ng/log-in/?). Meanwhile, the [TotalEnergies website](https://scholarships.totalenergiescsredu.ng/log-in/?) contains further information on the matter.
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Eligibility criteria
Always cross-check eligibility against the sponsor's official site before applying — sponsor rules can change between intakes.
- Citizen or permanent resident of an eligible African country
- Currently applying to or enrolled at the Undergraduate level
- Willing to study in Nigeria
- Strong academic record — typically a minimum GPA equivalent to a UK 2:1 / US 3.3
- English-language proficiency demonstrated by IELTS, TOEFL or an MOI letter
- Two academic or professional references able to speak to your potential
Required documents
A planning baseline drawn from how 90%+ of African scholarship sponsors structure their checklist. The sponsor's portal is the source of truth for any single application.
- Valid international passport (bio page scan)
- Most recent academic transcripts (sealed or e-verified copies)
- Curriculum vitae / résumé (1–2 pages, reverse-chronological)
- Personal statement or motivation letter (500–1,000 words, tailored to the sponsor)
- Two to three reference letters (academic for students, professional for working applicants)
- Proof of English proficiency (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo) — Medium-of-Instruction letter may substitute for Anglophone-Africa graduates
- Passport-sized photograph meeting ICAO biometric standards
- Standardised test scores where required (SAT or ACT for many U.S. universities)
- Secondary-school leaving certificate (WAEC, KCSE, NSC, EGSECE or equivalent)
- Country-of-origin proof (national ID or birth certificate) — required by many Africa-focused funders
Deadline timeline
The sponsor has not published a fixed deadline yet. Use the milestones below as a generic 12-month plan; substitute dates once the intake window opens.
- 12 months out
Register for tests (IELTS/TOEFL/SAT/GRE), shortlist 3–5 universities, identify referees.
- 6 months out
Sit your tests, draft a personal statement, request transcripts and confirm reference letters.
- 3 months out
Finalise essays, upload supporting documents, complete the online application portal.
- 1 month out
Final review, double-check uploaded files, submit a week before the deadline to avoid portal issues.
- Application deadline
Submit by 23:59 in the sponsor's stated time zone — usually local to the sponsor, not your country.
Frequently asked questions
Who can apply for the National Merit Scholarship Scheme for Nigerian Undergraduate Students – Offered by NNPC and TotalEnergies?+
Applicants must be eligible African nationals applying at the Undergraduate level, meet the academic and English-language requirements set by Various, and be able to relocate to Nigeria for the duration of the programme.
Is the National Merit Scholarship Scheme for Nigerian Undergraduate Students – Offered by NNPC and TotalEnergies fully funded?+
Funding model: Funding type varies — check the official site. Where listed as fully funded, the award typically covers tuition, monthly stipend, health insurance and round-trip airfare. Always confirm the latest funding breakdown on the sponsor's official page.
When is the application deadline?+
The application deadline is varies by intake — see the official site. Submit at least one week early — sponsor portals frequently slow or fail in the final 24 hours, and late submissions are not accepted under any circumstances.
What documents do I need to apply?+
At minimum: passport bio page, academic transcripts, CV, personal statement, two to three references, and an English-language test score (IELTS, TOEFL or Duolingo). Research-led Masters and PhD applications also require a research proposal and a writing sample.
How can I improve my chance of winning?+
Apply early, tailor every essay to the specific sponsor (do not recycle a generic statement), secure at least one reference who knows your work in detail, and apply to two or three additional scholarships in parallel — never rely on a single application.