Chelia Charity Association
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Education First

Scholarship Program

Supporting academically motivated students from disadvantaged backgrounds in the Chelia district to reach their full potential through higher education.

Who Can Apply? english

We prioritize students who show exceptional promise despite significant financial barriers.

  • Students enrolled in eligible schools located in the Chelia district.
  • Students preparing for university entrance and first-year study.
  • Applicants who demonstrate financial need and academic commitment.

All students are treated equally regardless of language, race, or religion.

Renewal Terms

Scholarships are awarded for one academic year and are renewable annually if each student remains eligible.

Annual renewal based on an updated eligibility review.

Minimum grade expectations are set by the committee for all university stages.

Application and Required Documents

Submit your application online or in person, then provide supporting documents for committee review.

Application Process

Online Submission

Submit your application through our secure scholarship portal.

In-Person Submission

Deliver documents in a sealed envelope to the designated office in Gedo City.

Monthly Stipend

Approved scholarship awards are deposited to each student's account monthly.

Fee

Nothing

Required Documents

  • Family income statement from the district office
  • One-page personal statement and motivation letter
  • Official recommendation letter from your school

Submission implies consent for publication of scholarship ceremony photos and speeches. Parental consent is required for applicants under 18.

Selection Criteria

Our committee uses a transparent weighted scoring system to identify the most deserving candidates.

80%

Academic Results

Grade 12 performance

10%

Family Status

Documented financial need

10%

Personal Statement

Goals and motivation letter

+5%

Affirmative Action

Bonus points for female applicants

Ready to Start?

Complete your interest form and request access to the full scholarship portal.

  • Verified document upload
  • Secure data handling

Next Step

We built a dedicated application page so students can complete the process clearly, securely, and with multilingual support.

External application

Continue in Google Forms

Open Scholarship Application

By submitting this form, you confirm that your information is accurate and may be reviewed for scholarship screening.

Multilingual support is available in English, Afan Oromo, Amharic, and Tigrinya.