Who are the eligible applicants for bursary?
Eligible candidates are bright but deserving needy students from secondary and undergraduate level. For secondary joiners should score at least 300 marks, while continuing students should score more than C plain, for undergraduate degree and diploma applicant should have scored C+ and C respectively.
How can I apply for the bursary?
You can obtain application forms by visiting GAB Foundation website, or your nearest GAB Branch. After filling it properly and attaching the needed requirements you submit it to the nearest GAB branch or send it to our head office at Geminia Plaza first floor.
What are the processes after submitting the application form?
The application goes through reveiw and screening process before it is approved and appraised by board of trustees. Normally, the trustees sit to approve quarterly i.e. after every three months.
When will I be notified of the decision?
You will be notified if your application was selected or declined, kindly note that if there is no communication, your application is still in the process. However, the applicant must ensure the application has reached GAB Foundation after submitting it to the branch.
What is the deadline of the application?
When application is open there is no deadline until otherwise stated. When it is closed, any application submitted may be received but will not be reviewed or processed for consideration.
Can beneficiary change the school and will it affect the amount awarded?
Beneficiary is free to change the school; however he/she shall notify the foundation. Once payments are made to the previous school, the foundation will not pay again in the new school and the parent or student has to follow up with the previous school for refund.
How and when will payment of next semester/term be processed?
The payment will be processed when the beneficiary submits his/her last term/semester results and fee balance.