Nigerian Students Get $2Million Scholarship Award From US
The United State Consul General, John Bray has disclosed that this year alone, students within the Lagos Consulate District have received numerous scholarships from several U.S. universities totaling over $2 million, saying more are still trickling in by the day through the work of education USA advisors.
He disclosed this to newsmen during Education USA Pre-Departure Orientation, held at its embassy in Lagos.
His words: “Of particular importance to me is that seven Nigerian students who received financial aid through our EducationUSA Opportunity Fund were granted full scholarships by various U.S. universities.
The seven students, according to him had their up-front costs of obtaining U.S. admission, including testing, application fees, and airfare covered by the EducationUSA opportunity fund.
Bray explained that five of the students received funding for their Ph.D studies while the other two will be pursuing undergraduate studies in America.
“I am confident you will be the next generation of leaders and scholars, scientists and artists, ensuring the continuity of Nigeria’s remarkable input in the global community.
“According to the latest Institute of International Education’s Open Doors report, Nigeria has experienced a remarkable increase in the number of students pursuing higher education in the United States.
“About 10,674 Nigerians are studying at more than 730 colleges and universities in the United States, making Nigeria the leading source of African students in the United States. It is also noteworthy that Nigeria ranks as the 14th nation worldwide with the most students in the United States”, he added.
He therefore congratulated the selected students who will attend U.S. colleges and universities for the 2017-18 academic session.
He also declared open the orientation programme, which will give them some crucial information on studying in the United States, while urging them to take advantage of the opportunity that will prepare them to make the most of the U.S. educational experience.
“You will receive a wide range of practical advice about U.S. culture and educational expectations to set you up for success, such as building positive relationships with professors and peers, time management, and balancing course workloads with a strong social and community life.
“ I urge you to be exceptional ambassadors for Nigeria and to take seriously your responsibilities to be good citizens and scholars, just as I wish you great success in your chosen academic fields and a fulfilling experience in the United States of America”, he added.
