Every cohort, we meet brilliant young Nigerians who could absolutely thrive in tech — if only they could afford the fees. Some are NYSC corpers stretching their ₦33,000/month allowance. Some are first-generation university graduates supporting siblings. Some are working full-time at jobs they hate, just to feed their families.
The Codar Scholarship exists for them. Since 2022, we've awarded over ₦70 million in scholarships — completely free or heavily subsidised tech education for those who need it most. Our scholars now work at GTBank, MTN, Flutterwave, Andela, Microsoft, and dozens of global firms.
Apply for a Scholarship
You can apply under any track. Some applicants qualify for multiple — we'll automatically place you on the most generous one you're eligible for.
Talented Nigerians from low-income households, including NYSC corpers, students supporting families, and rural-area applicants.
Up to 100% tuitionTop performers from any background. Strong portfolio, exceptional academic record, or proven self-taught journey wins points.
50% – 75% tuitionCodar's flagship scholarship for women breaking into Nigerian tech. 80 spots reserved annually. Open to all backgrounds.
75% tuition + childcare stipendApplicants with disabilities, refugees, IDPs, or those from severely under-resourced communities across Nigeria.
Up to 100% tuitionFull or partial coverage of the course/bootcamp fee, depending on your scholarship track and assessed need.
Same as paying students — every scholar gets a personal mentor (a senior working engineer/designer) for weekly check-ins.
Full access to our hiring partners, CV review, mock interviews, and direct introductions — same as full-pay students.
Need-based scholars without a laptop can borrow one for the duration of their cohort. Return on graduation.
Online scholars from low-income households receive ₦8,000/month data stipend for the duration of their programme.
Join our 50,000+ alumni network for life. Job referrals, peer support, alumni events, mentor opportunities later in your career.
Fill out the scholarship form below. We'll ask about your background, goals, and circumstances. Plan for 15 minutes.
Submit ID, school transcripts (if applicable), and a 300-word personal essay. We'll guide you through this in the form.
Shortlisted candidates get a 30-minute video interview with our scholarship committee. We're checking motivation and fit.
Approved scholars receive their offer letter within 4 weeks. You join your cohort and start learning. Simple as that.
"My family couldn't afford ₦220,000 for the bootcamp — that was 4 months of household income. The Codar Need-Based Scholarship covered everything. Two months after graduation I got a backend role earning ₦480k/month. My family's life changed. Yours can too."
The full scholarship form is on the next page — including the personal essay and document upload.
Applications are reviewed monthly.