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.

CreateSA has opened applications for its South Australian Living Artist Publication 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Roy A. Hunt Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Trustee-Sponsored General Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

King Baudouin Foundation (KBF) is currently accepting applications for its Prize Jacqueline Nonkels 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The UN Food Systems Youth Leadership Programme (YLP) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

The Wingate Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Jewish and Interfaith Engagement Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Norwegian Health Association is currently accepting applications for its Postdoctoral Fellowships Dementia Research 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Embassy of the United States in El Salvador is currently accepting applications for the Hubert H. Humphrey Fellowships 2027-2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

The Asia Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Fuller Fellowship Peacebuilding 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Partnership for Economic Policy (PEP) is currently accepting applications for its Africa Fellows in Education Program (AFEP) 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) is currently accepting applications for the Kari Howard Fund for Narrative Journalism 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Bundaberg Regional Council is currently accepting applications for its Regional Arts Development Fund (RADF) Quick Response Grants Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Government of Canada is currently accepting applications for its Alliance Advantage Funding Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

The Wingate Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Medical Research Travel Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

The United Nations Global Marketplace (UNGM) is currently accepting applications for its Communities Climate Adaptation Facility Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accpeted for the School Enterprise Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Santander X Global Challenge - The Quantum AI Leap 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the David Oyedepo Foundation Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH) Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

Institute for Integrated Development Studies (IIDS) has opened applications for its Internship Opportunity for Jr. Social Media Assistant/Analyst Under GYAN Teaching Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 2026

University of Oxford’s Skoll Centre is currently accepting applications for its Early Career Research Fellowship (ECRF) 2026–27. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Jun, 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.