18-year-old Nigerian-American bags admission offers from six Ivy League schools

Eighteen-year-old Osariemen Unuigbe, the daughter of Nigerian immigrants from Edo State, has secured admission offers from six Ivy League varsities in the United States, including prestigious institutions such as Harvard and Yale.

The exceptional academic feat has been attributed to her unwavering dedication and consistent academic performance.

Unuigbe, a senior at Egg Harbor Township High School in New Jersey, is the daughter of Dr Augustine Unuigbe and Dr (Mrs) Florence Unuigbe. Reflecting on the achievement, her family said, “We are elated, surprised, but absolutely delighted. We can only give all the glory to God for this great miracle.”

With a solid academic background and a strong commitment to excellence, Unuigbe has earned various accolades.

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She was also accepted into the highly competitive Governor’s School of New Jersey and has served in multiple leadership capacities.

Beyond the classroom, she is actively involved in extracurricular activities. She plays lacrosse and is passionate about dancing, painting, and drawing.

In recognition of her achievements, she was named a 2025 “Rising to the Top” scholar by the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc., Southern New Jersey Chapter.

According to the Open Doors Report on International Educational Exchange, enrollment of Nigerian students in U.S. colleges and universities rose to 20,029 during the 2023/2024 academic year, reflecting a 13.5 per cent increase from previous years.

The report further stated that “Nigerian students bring a wealth of diversity, perspective, and academic excellence to U.S. campuses, enriching the educational experience for all.”

 

NIGERIAN TRIBUNE