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Introduction to the KPMG Nigeria University Scholarship Program
Applications are now open for the KPMG Nigeria University Scholarship Program 2024. In line with KPMG Nigeria’s commitment to improving communities, KPMG will be contributing to the advancement of education.
About the KPMG Firm
KPMG Professional Services and KPMG Advisory Services are KPMG member firms in Nigeria. The partners and people have been operating in Nigeria since 1978, providing multidisciplinary professional services to both local and international organizations within the Nigerian business community. Our vision is to build and sustain our reputation as the best firm to work with by ensuring our people, clients, and communities achieve their full potential.
At KPMG, we are committed to working with our clients to cut through the complexities of the business world, find solutions, and add value. Our combination of international and local market knowledge and perspective gives us an edge in the professional services industry in Nigeria. This combination enables the Nigerian practice to add real value by developing strategies that give the firm’s clients a distinct edge over their competitors. As one of the leading providers of professional services, KPMG knows that the success and growth of the firm also depend on the success and growth of the Nigerian economy.
Hence, it champions progressive change and makes the future happen for its clients, people, and community, thereby enabling Nigeria’s success. The firm is involved in the formulation of economic policies for Nigeria through the Nigerian Economic Summit Group.
The firm has a full complement of 46 partners and over 1000 trained and dedicated professional staff; with deep industry skills and competencies in audit, tax, and advisory services. KPMG has worked for clients in the public and private sectors in Nigeria and in several other countries, helping to transform business performance and operations.
About KPMG Nigeria University Scholarship Program
Education is the foundation for growth and success in communities. Every year, the KPMG Undergraduate Scholarship sponsors selected indigenous students through their tertiary education, in line with the firm’s commitment to improving communities by enabling access to education.
This is an undergraduate scholarship, and Nigeria is among the nations eligible for participation.
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must meet the following criteria:
- Must have completed their secondary education at a state public secondary school
- Must possess a minimum of five distinctions from WASSCE or NECO (including Mathematics and English) in One (1) sitting
- Must possess a minimum score of 230 in the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
- Applicants must be in 100 or 200 L at the time of application
- Must be a citizen of Nigeria
- Achieved an academic standing of a first-class or strong second-class upper, as a minimum, in any discipline
- The minimum CGPA sought is 4.0 out of 5.0
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities and resultant impact
- Impeccable moral character
Applicants who are short-listed for the selection stage will be required to provide the following information:
- Curriculum vitae
- O’Level Certificate: WASSCE/NECO
- Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
- Full academic transcripts
Benefits of KPMG Nigeria University Scholarship
The KUSP Scholarships are full scholarships covering fees, school hostel accommodation, and academic material (books) expenses only.
Scholarship Responsibilities
Applicants should note that:
- Once a successful candidate has been offered, their KPMG Undergraduate Scholarship will be confirmed.
How to Apply for KPMG Nigeria University Scholarship
Applicants who are short-listed for the selection stage will be required to provide the following information.
- Curriculum vitae
- O’Level Certificate: WASSCE/NECO
- Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME)
- Full academic transcripts
Note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Only candidates who have successfully submitted the documents required and meet the stated eligibility criteria will be invited for a test. Note that the deadline for application is 27 September 2023. Ready to apply? Click HERE to begin your application.
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