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Step-by-step instructions to help you complete your Urega Scholarship application

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Last updated: May 21, 2025

This comprehensive guide walks you through each section of the Urega Scholarship application, providing detailed instructions, helpful tips, and examples to help you create the strongest application possible. Take your time to read through each section carefully before you start your application.

Important Reminder

The application deadline is June 16, 2025, at 11:59 PM WAT. We recommend starting your application early to give yourself plenty of time to gather documents, request recommendations, and craft thoughtful responses.

Getting Started

Before diving into the application form, it's important to understand the eligibility requirements, create your account, and get familiar with the application timeline and process.

Checking Your Eligibility

To be eligible for the Urega Scholarship, you must meet the following criteria:

  • Currently enrolled in Form 4, Form 5, or Lower Sixth in Cameroon
  • Under 21 years of age at the time of application
  • Demonstrate academic excellence and leadership potential
  • Committed to making a positive impact in your community

Not sure if you qualify? Take our eligibility quiz or contact our support team for guidance.

Creating Your Account

To start your application, you'll need to create an account on the Urega application portal:

  1. Visit the application portal: Go toapply.urega.organd click on "Create Account".
  2. Enter your information: Provide your name, email address, and create a password. Your email will be your username for logging in.
  3. Verify your email: Check your inbox for a verification email and click the link to verify your account.
  4. Complete your profile: Once verified, log in and complete your basic profile information.
Account Creation Screenshot

The account creation page on the Urega application portal

Important:

Use an email address you check regularly and make sure to add noreply@urega.org to your contacts to prevent verification and notification emails from going to spam.

Application Overview

The Urega Scholarship application consists of several sections that you'll need to complete:

  1. 1
    Personal Information
  2. 2
    Academic Background
  3. 3
    Essays & Personal Statement
  4. 4
    Recommendations
  5. 5
    Activities & Achievements
  6. 6
    Review & Submission

You can save your progress at any time and return later to continue. The system will automatically save your work every few minutes, but we recommend clicking the "Save Progress" button regularly.

Application Timeline:

Application Opens:May 1, 2025
Application Deadline:June 16, 2025, 11:59 PM WAT
Interview Notifications:Late June 2025
Final Decision:Late July 2025

Personal Information

In this section, you'll provide your basic personal information, contact details, and demographic information. This information helps us understand who you are and how to reach you.

Detailed instructions for completing the Personal Information section have been omitted for brevity in this example.

Academic Background

Your academic history is a crucial part of your application. This section asks for information about your current school, academic achievements, and transcript uploads.

Detailed instructions for completing the Academic Background section have been omitted for brevity in this example.

Essays & Personal Statement

The essays and personal statement give you an opportunity to share your story, aspirations, and what makes you unique. Take time to craft thoughtful responses that showcase your personality and potential.

Detailed instructions for completing the Essays & Personal Statement section have been omitted for brevity in this example.

Recommendations

Recommendations from teachers, mentors, or community leaders provide valuable perspectives on your character and achievements. Choose recommenders who know you well and can speak specifically about your qualities.

Detailed instructions for managing Recommendations have been omitted for brevity in this example.

Activities & Achievements

This section allows you to showcase your extracurricular activities, leadership roles, community service, and any honors or awards you've received. Focus on quality over quantity and highlight your most significant involvements.

Detailed instructions for completing the Activities & Achievements section have been omitted for brevity in this example.

Review & Submission

Before submitting your application, take time to review all sections carefully. Check for completeness, accuracy, and any typographical errors. Once submitted, you cannot make further changes to your application.

Pre-Submission Checklist:

  • All required fields are completed
  • Personal statement and essays are within word limits
  • All required documents have been uploaded
  • Recommender information is accurate
  • Contact information is up-to-date

Detailed instructions for the final Review & Submission process have been omitted for brevity in this example.

After submission, you'll receive a confirmation email with your application ID. Keep this for your records. You can log back in to check the status of your application at any time.

Next Steps

Now that you understand the application process, you're ready to start your journey toward becoming a Urega Scholar. Remember that our support team is always available to help with any questions or issues you encounter along the way.

Need Additional Help?

If you need assistance at any point during the application process, we're here to help:

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