UNILAG 2022 School of Postgraduate Studies Trust Fund Grant

The University of Lagos is now accepting applications from suitably qualified students into the UNILAG School of Postgraduate Studies Trust Fund Grant for students. It is a fully-funded scholarship for all students.

To assist intellectually brilliant students in research work, engender capacity building, strengthen post-graduate students training in the University and open the doors to several other benefits, the School of Postgraduate Studies instituted a Postgraduate Trust Fund which was officially launched on Thursday, 7th July, 2016 in the University Main Auditorium during its 2015/2016 Academic Session Annual Lecture.

Following the approval for the disbursement of the Funds by the Board of Postgraduate Studies, the School hereby requests interested Ph.D. students to apply for the grant.

• Table of Content
• About University of Lagos (UNILAG)
• UNILAG School of Postgraduate Studies Trust Fund Grant
• Aim and Benefits of UNILAG School of Postgraduate Studies Trust Fund Grant
• Requirements for UNILAG School of Postgraduate Studies Trust Fund Grant Qualification
• Application Deadline
• How to Apply

About University of Lagos (UNILAG)

Founded in 1962, the University of Lagos has, for over 5 decades, provided qualitative and research-oriented education to Nigerians and all those who have entered its domain in search of knowledge. The University has built a legacy of excellence and has been instrumental in the production of top range graduates and academia who have had tremendous impact, directly or indirectly, on growth and development in Nigeria.... continue reading

UNILAG School of Postgraduate Studies Trust Fund Grant

Aim and Benefits of UNILAG School of Postgraduate Studies Trust Fund Grant

Modalities for Grant Disbursement

Grant will be disbursed in three instalments (in the ratio 40: 40:20), which will be determined by evidence of work done.

• Once the grant is approved (1st tranche will be released)
• When the candidate is about to go to APC (2nd tranche will be released).
• Before the Candidate’s Viva (3rd tranche will be released).

1. Candidates must commit to completing the work within three years from the date of award; otherwise, the remaining part of the award will be withdrawn.
2. Pre-field, Post-field and Post Academic Programme Committee (APC) Progress Reports will be required until the work is completed.

Requirements for UNILAG School of Postgraduate Studies Trust Fund Grant Qualification

• Be a registered Ph.D. candidate and full-time student;
• Be registered for the year in which the application for Grant is being made;
• Must have not spent more than 3 years before application;
• Must have completed Course Work with a minimum of 4.50 grade point average approved by Senate;
• Must have presented his/her first seminar (Pre-Field);
• Must show the relevance of Ph.D. work to National Development;
• Be recommended by both Supervisor and Departmental Postgraduate Committee

Application Deadline

How to Apply

Application Forms are obtainable from the Office of the Deputy Registrar/Administrative Secretary, School of Postgraduate Studies 

Applicants should note that there will be a penalty for misinformation and distortion of facts presented and that Completed Form not returned within the stipulated period will not be processed.

For more details, visit UNILAG website.