Gamaliel & Susan Onosode Scholarship Education Fund (GOSEF) 2026 – Funding Excellence in Public Education – Applications Are Now Open

Application Deadline: August 14, 2026

About the Scholarship

The Gamaliel & Susan Onosode Scholarship Education Fund (GOSEF) is dedicated to supporting exceptional students enrolled in Nigerian public universities who face financial challenges in completing their education. This scholarship aims to assist students who demonstrate outstanding academic performance yet lack the necessary financial resources to continue their studies. By providing this vital financial support, GOSEF seeks to empower talented Nigerian youth, enabling them to pursue their academic ambitions and contribute positively to their communities and the nation at large. The fund underscores a commitment to fostering educational excellence and social mobility among deserving students who might otherwise be unable to finish their tertiary education due to economic hardships.

What GOSEF Covers

Once awarded, the scholarship provides:

• Tuition – Paid directly to your institution, each academic session
• Approved study needs – Paid directly to your institution, each academic session
• Annual renewal – The support continues through your studies, as long as you keep meeting the criteria

Eligibility Criteria

You can apply if you meet all of the following requirements:

• You are a Nigerian citizen living in Nigeria
• You are enrolled in a public (Federal or State) tertiary institution
• You are between 16 and 25 years old
• Your current CGPA is 4.50 out of 5.0 or higher
• You need financial help to continue your studies

Note: The CGPA requirement is high because GOSEF is for top-performing students.

Why This Scholarship Matters

The Gamaliel & Susan Onosode Scholarship Education Fund provides critical financial support to top-performing students in Nigerian public universities who might otherwise be forced to drop out due to financial constraints. By covering tuition and approved study needs, the scholarship enables students to focus on their academic excellence and complete their education.

For Nigerian citizens enrolled in public tertiary institutions who meet the high academic standards and demonstrate financial need, this scholarship offers:

• Full tuition coverage paid directly to your institution
• Support for approved study needs
• Annual renewal as long as criteria are met
• A pathway to complete your education without financial barriers

How to Apply

Step 1: Check You Qualify
Read the criteria carefully. The form will confirm your eligibility first.

Step 2: Get Your Documents Ready
You will need:

• National Identification Number (NIN)
• A recommendation letter
• A passport photograph
• Evidence of financial need
• Your latest result

Step 3: Fill in the Form
The application takes about fifteen minutes. You will need to sign in with a Google account to upload your documents.

Key Dates

• Application Opens: July 22, 2026
• Application Closes: August 14, 2026
• Award: September 2026

How to Apply

Application Link: Click here to apply

For More Information: Visit the Official Onosode Foundation GOSEF Page