Studying Beauty

Overview

Beauty is more than appearance.

Studying Beauty is a youth-centred recognition project that appreciates the natural beauty, charm and confidence of students in Nigerian polytechnics and universities. It sees beauty as a sign of divine creativity, self-expression and potential.

The project runs state by state, starting from Oyo State, and covers every registered higher institution in each state. It features both male and female students, and focuses on their charm, confidence, intelligence and style.

Our goal

To appreciate and celebrate the beauty of Nigerian students, promote self-esteem, and create a positive, inclusive platform that highlights each student's uniqueness while offering life-changing opportunities.

Our objectives

Discover and celebrate outstandingly beautiful and handsome students
Foster healthy self-esteem and confidence among Nigerian youth
Promote creativity, culture and elegance on campuses
Connect talented students to opportunities and partnerships
Create a platform for youth branding, influence and social development

Who it is for.

Open to students and the brands that want to reach them.

Students aged 16 to 30

Male and female students in Nigerian polytechnics and universities.

Campus youth

Young people who want positive recognition on their campuses.

Brands and partners

Companies that want to work with campus influencers and ambassadors.

How it works.

Four stages, state by state.

Call for entriesStudents register through a secure online form. Upload 2 personal photos, a short quote or description, your matric number and your ID card.
Online campus votingShortlisted candidates are posted on the website. Voting is free and open only to verified students, checked with matric number and ID.
State finalsThe top 3 girls and top 3 boys per state are invited to a physical grand finale, with performances, showcases and public voting.
Awards and recognitionWinners receive their prizes and recognition straight after the event.

Timeline in each state.

About three months from first call to final awards.

Application and registration: 2 weeks; Students enter and upload their details.
Screening and shortlisting: 1 week; Entries are checked and the shortlist is chosen.
Online voting: 2 weeks; Verified students vote online.
Grand finale: 1 day; Physical event with public voting.
Awards and recognition: Straight after; Prizes are presented at the event.

Awards and recognition.

Prizes for the top boys and girls in each state.

1st prize

₦1.5 million
A new phone
School fee scholarship

1st runner-up

₦1 million
A new phone
School fee support

2nd runner-up

₦700,000
A new phone

What participants gain

A boost in confidence and self-worth
Visibility and branding across campuses
A chance to become a brand influencer and role model
Life-changing prizes

What the public enjoys

Inspiring stories and elegant showcases
A youth-led, faith-inspired event to be part of
A chance to cheer for students on their campus

Partners and sponsors.

Studying Beauty is open to organisations that want to back young people.

Education donors

Fund scholarships and school fee support for winners.

Campus event partners

Help us stage campus rounds and state finals.

Beauty and lifestyle brands

Reach students through a positive, well-organised platform.

Media partners

Cover the journey and share the stories.

Influencers, mentors and judges

Lend your name, time and experience.

Prize and exposure sponsors

Provide prizes and opportunities for winners.

Fair, secure and open.

How we keep every stage trustworthy.

Verified voting

Voting is secured and checked against student ID.

Documented stages

Every stage is documented, and some are livestreamed.

Feedback that improves us

Feedback is collected after each edition to make the next one better.

Studying Beauty is not just about how students look, but who they are: confident, smart, God-crafted and full of potential.

Want to take part or support?

Message us to enter, to sponsor or to become a partner.