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Below is a list of ongoing fully-funded and partial scholarships for students in Nigeria to help fund your studies abroad or in Nigeria. View list, learn how to apply for scholarships and win a scholarship today.
Applications are currently being accepted for the Tällberg-SNF-Eliasson Global Leadership Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2026
Connect4Climate (C4C) is currently accepting applications for its Max Thabiso Edkins Youth Ambassador Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2026
TREASURE has opened applications for its YRI Conference Grant Program 2026. Interestd applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Digicivic Initiative Digital Rights Litigation Surgery (DRLS) Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Google for Startups Accelerator: Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Youth Climate Justice Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the World Habitat Awards 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2026
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Arizona State University (ASU) is currently being accepted for the WE Empower UN SDG Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2026
University of Utah is currently accepting applications for its Wilkes Climate Innovation Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2026
SEO Africa is currently accepting applications for its Global Pathways Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2026
Youth Learning as Citizen Environmental Scientists (YLACES) is currently accepting applications for its Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2026
The Robert B. Silvers Foundation is currenlty accepting applications for its Silvers Grants for Work in Progress 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2026
The University of Edinburgh,School of Informatics is currently accepting applications for its Spärck AI Scholarship programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the S+T+ARTS Prize Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the OpenAI EMEA Youth Safety and Wellbeing Funding Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism is currently accepting applications for its Maria Moors Cabot Prizes 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the National Basketball Association (NBA) Golden State Summer Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation is currently acceping applications for its Falling Walls Global Call for Science Breakthroughs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation - Empowering Early-Stage Social Impact Organizations 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
CORDAP (Coral Research & Development Accelerator Platform) is currently accepting applications for its Empowering Local Solutions for Coral Conservation 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 Feb, 2026
1. What are the top universities in Nigeria?
Some of the top institutions include the University of Ibadan (UI), University of Lagos (UNILAG), Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), University of Benin (UNIBEN), Covenant University, and Ahmadu Bello University (ABU). These universities are known for their academic excellence and diverse range of programs.
2. What are the general admission requirements for Nigerian universities?
Admission requirements generally include a minimum of five credits in relevant subjects in your Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSCE), such as WAEC or NECO. Also, students must sit for and pass the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exam with a score that meets the cut-off for their desired higher institution and program.
3. What is the academic calendar like in Nigeria?
The academic calendar in Nigerian universities is divided into two semesters: the first semester and the second semester.
4. What is the cost of tuition for universities in Nigeria?
Tuition fees vary depending on the institution. Public universities generally have lower tuition fees, ranging from N100,000 to N200,000 per year for Nigerian students, while private universities can charge between N400,000 and 1,000,000 or more per year.
5. Can international students study in Nigeria?
Yes, international students are welcome to study in Nigeria. Generally, admitted international students have to obtain a visa and apply for a Subject To Regularization (STR) visa before leaving their home country. Some universities have specific departments that assist international students with the application process and settling in. Reach out to your prospective university for further instructions.
6. What languages are used for instruction in Nigerian universities?
English is the primary language of instruction in Nigerian universities, as it is Nigeria’s official language. However, students may encounter native languages in informal settings or cultural studies courses.
7. Are Nigerian degrees recognized internationally?
Yes, degrees from accredited Nigerian universities are recognized internationally. However, the level of recognition may depend on the specific country or region, and graduates may need to undergo further credential evaluation for certain professional fields, such as medicine or law.
8. What is the average duration of study for undergraduate programs in Nigeria?
The duration of undergraduate programs in Nigeria typically ranges from 4 to 6 years, depending on the course of study. For example, programs like Medicine and Engineering usually take longer (5-6 years), while courses in the humanities and social sciences may take 4 years.