Cristiano Ronaldo offers scholarships to students
Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo on Wednesday offered to sponsor students wishing to continue their studies at eCampus University.
The five-time Ballon D’or winner disclosed this via his official social media handle.
Ronaldo, 38, said he would be supporting 24 selected candidates to realise their dreams of graduating from school, urging them to apply for the scholarship.
“Don’t give up on the dream of graduating! Take part in the selection for the 24 online scholarships that I am happy to offer you,” Ronaldo said in a tweet.
“Submit your application before September 12 on this link. I will be happy to support your studies,” he added.
eCampus University is an Italian university with more than 30,000 students.
The university offers more than 40 degree courses in different fields including engineering, psychology, law, economics, and the arts.
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