Application Portal | Hon. Dominic Ayine Scholars Program

Step 1 Eligibility

Step 2 Academics

Step 3 Leadership

Step 4 Vision

Step 5 Covenant

Program Direction

Dr. Benard Akalbeo

"Empowering our brightest students to compete globally and return home to build locally."

Step 1 of 5

Residency & Eligibility

To proceed, you must verify your ties to the Bolgatanga East constituency.

Full Legal Name

Email Address

Community in Bolgatanga East

Residency ID Number

Are you a native/resident of Bolgatanga East?

Native & Resident Native Abroad Verified Resident

Verification Notice: Serwaa Akoto (Assistant Director) will conduct thorough background checks. Providing false residency information will result in immediate disqualification and a permanent ban from constituency fellowships.

Step 2 of 5

Academic Profile

Selection is based heavily on intellectual excellence (35% weight).

Class of Degree

Current Grade — Select System

GPA CWA

Enter your GPA score (e.g. 3.8 / 4.0)

University Attended

GRE Status

GRE Score (If taken)

Academic Credentials Upload

Upload Academic Transcript

PDF format only. Maximum size 5MB.

Step 3 of 5

Leadership & Networking

Tell us how you've led others and how you connect with your community.

Essay 1: Leadership & Influence (Max 500 words)

Chevening looks for leaders. Describe a time you used your influence to bring about change in Bolgatanga East or your institution. Focus on your actions and the results.

Min 300 words recommended 0 / 500 words

Essay 2: Networking & The Fellows Network (Max 500 words)

Explain how you build relationships. Specifically, how will you help build the "Official Ayine Fellows Network" and mentor others upon your return?

Min 300 words recommended 0 / 500 words

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Vision & Field Relevance

How does your chosen study align with the program's reform-driven vision?

Essay 3: Field of Study Relevance (Max 500 words)

Outline your selected graduate programs. Why is this specific field crucial for the development of Bolgatanga East and Ghana?

0 / 500 words

Essay 4: Community Impact & Career Plan (Max 500 words)

"Reform begins in the mind." What specific problem in your community will you solve with your degree? What is your 5-year plan?

0 / 500 words

Step 5 of 5

The Fellowship Covenant

Finalizing your commitment to give back to the constituency.

Agreement of Responsibility

I, the undersigned applicant, understand that the Hon. Dominic Ayine Scholars Program is an investment in my potential. In exchange for support, I solemnly commit to:

I will mentor at least one student from Bolgatanga East annually for life. I will deliver an annual virtual or in-person constituency lecture on my field. I will lead or participate in a local reform initiative post-graduation. I accept that the Director may revoke support if academic excellence fails.

Final Review

Please review all steps before submitting. Once submitted, you cannot edit your responses. Your application will be graded by Dr. Benard Akalbeo and the selection panel using the Scored Framework.