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.
"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.