The Mkpatabasi Houston Chapter is delighted to announce the opening of applications for its prestigious Special Education Grant Award program, specifically designed for students hailing from Ikot Abasi and Mkpat Enin Local Government Areas (LGAs) in Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria. This initiative is aimed at supporting the educational pursuits of students from these regions who are currently enrolled in tertiary institutions across the country. The grant, offered on a one-time basis, is intended for students who emerge as winners of this competitive award, with the selection process being on a first-come, first-served basis. Eligible students from either of the two mentioned LGAs are encouraged to apply by filling out and submitting their application forms to the Mkpatabasi Houston Chapter Special Education Grants Award body no later than the deadline of June 30th, 2024.
Eligibility for the Mkpatabasi Education Grant Award is determined by a few key criteria. Applicants must be natives of either Ikot Abasi or Mkpat Enin LGAs and must be enrolled in a higher institution such as a university, college, or polytechnic for the academic year 2023/24. It is important that applicants are registered for the semester when the award is dispensed and demonstrate financial need. Additionally, proof of academic achievement, evidenced by a transcript showing at least a 3.0 GPA in the most recent semester examinations, is required.
To apply for this exceptional opportunity, eligible candidates are invited to visit the Mkpat Abasi Group’s official website at mkpat-abasi.org. The application process includes completing an application form, which must be authenticated by the Department Head of the applicant’s program of study, and submitting it along with a valid transcript. All documents should be uploaded in PDF format to the specified website by the applicants themselves. For direct access to the application form and for more detailed information about the grant, applicants are encouraged to click the provided links or visit the Mkpat-Abasi Group’s website. Remember, the window for this opportunity closes on June 30, 2024, so ensure your application is submitted promptly.