KPMG Seyi Bickersteth Scholarship 2026
The KPMG Seyi Bickersteth Scholarship Programme supports academically outstanding Nigerian students who face financial difficulties while pursuing undergraduate studies at federal universities. The programme is designed to reduce the financial burden of higher education while providing recipients with opportunities for professional development.
The scholarship is targeted at 100-level students studying selected business and finance-related disciplines. In addition to financial assistance, successful scholars may receive internship opportunities, mentorship, professional exposure, and potential employment opportunities after graduation, subject to the stated academic requirements.
Scholarship Overview
| Country | Nigeria |
|---|---|
| Degree Level | Undergraduate |
| Funding Type | Fully Funded |
| Deadline | August 13, 2026 |
About the Scholarship
The KPMG Seyi Bickersteth Scholarship Programme is intended to support academically strong Nigerian students who experience financial challenges while studying at federal universities. It focuses on 100-level students pursuing selected disciplines including Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Insurance, and Actuarial Science.
Beyond its financial support, the programme may provide scholars with opportunities for internships, mentorship, professional development, and exposure to the workplace. Graduates who achieve First Class or Second Class Upper Division may also have potential employment opportunities with KPMG, Leadway Assurance, or Andersen Tax, subject to the stated requirements.
Scholarship Benefits
- Annual financial support throughout the four-year undergraduate programme.
- Internship opportunities during holidays or industrial attachment periods.
- Mentorship and professional development exposure.
- Potential post-graduation employment opportunities at KPMG, Leadway Assurance, or Andersen Tax for graduates who achieve First Class or Second Class Upper Division.
Eligibility Criteria
- Must have provisional admission into a federal university in Nigeria.
- Must be studying Accounting, Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Insurance, or Actuarial Science.
- Must be a 100-level student at the time of application.
- Must have scored at least 230 in the UTME.
- Must have at least five distinctions in WASSCE, including English Language and Mathematics.
- Must not currently be a beneficiary of another scholarship programme.
Required Documents
- Completed application form.
- Personal details and required applicant information.
- WAEC/WASSCE result.
- UTME result.
How to Apply
- Press the Apply Now button below to access the official scholarship page.
- Visit the official KPMG scholarship application page.
- Complete the online application form.
- Provide accurate personal and academic information.
- Upload the required supporting documents.
- Review your application and submit it before the deadline.
- Shortlisted applicants may be invited to participate in an aptitude test.
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