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NELFund School Fees Refund Still Ongoing: How Early Payers Can Submit Their Refund Letters at the Bursary Office

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If you are one of the students who paid your school fees before the NELFund loan disbursement began, this update is for you. The submission of NELFund loan refund letters for school fees is still ongoing at various bursary offices across institutions. This process ensures that students who had already paid out-of-pocket before the NELFund loan was disbursed are not left out of the financial support initiative.

What Is NELFund?

NELFund, short for Nigerian Education Loan Fund, is a federal government initiative aimed at providing financial assistance to Nigerian students in tertiary institutions. The goal is to ease the burden of tuition and related fees, especially for students from low and middle-income families.

Many students who applied for the loan received their disbursements after they had already paid their fees for the semester or session. To ensure fairness and proper utilization of funds, the government has allowed for a refund process to help these students recover their out-of-pocket payments.

Who Can Apply for the NELFund School Fees Refund?

You are eligible for a refund if you meet the following criteria:

You are a registered beneficiary of the NELFund student loan.
You paid your tuition or school fees before the NELFund disbursement reached your account or your institution.
You have valid proof of payment, such as receipts or bank statements.
Your name is listed among the approved NELFund beneficiaries by your institution’s bursary department.

How To Submit Your Refund Letter

The refund process requires each qualified student to submit a formal letter requesting a refund at their institution’s bursary office. Here’s a guide to help you through it:

1. Write a Refund Letter

Your letter should include:

Full Name
Matriculation/Registration Number
Department and Faculty
Date of Fee Payment
Amount Paid
Reason for Refund (e.g., NELFund disbursed after payment)
Your NELFund Application ID (if applicable)

2. Attach Necessary Documents

Include photocopies of:

Your original payment receipt or bank transaction slip
NELFund disbursement confirmation (SMS or email proof)
Your student ID card
Any communication from NELFund or your institution regarding your loan status

3. Submit to the Bursary Office

Take your documents to the bursary office of your institution. Make sure to ask for a stamped acknowledgement or copy for your records.

What Happens After Submission?

Once your letter and documents are submitted, the bursary office will:

Verify your payment and loan records
Process your refund based on institutional guidelines
Notify you when the refund is ready, either via email, SMS, or through departmental announcements

Note: Refunds may be issued through direct bank transfers, reversed into your school portal account, or deducted from future fee payments — depending on your school’s policy.

Why It’s Important to Act Now

Refund processing is time-sensitive. Institutions have set internal deadlines to wrap up this process in alignment with NELFund reporting. Don’t delay your submission — it’s your money and your right to get it back.

Also, keeping your financial records up to date helps ensure smooth future interactions with government funding schemes or institutional support.

Final Words

The Nigerian government’s NELFund initiative is a welcome relief for many students, and ensuring that early payers are not disadvantaged shows a commitment to transparency and fairness. If you’re eligible for a refund, head to your school’s bursary office now and submit your refund letter before the deadline closes.

Don’t miss out on reclaiming your hard-earned money!

One thought on “NELFund School Fees Refund Still Ongoing: How Early Payers Can Submit Their Refund Letters at the Bursary Office”

Muhammad Alhassan says:

April 19, 2025 at 6:25 pm

So good

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