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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 University of Tokyo Research Internship Program (UTRIP) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2025
One League is currently accepting applications for its Business Management Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this fellowship and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2025
European University Institute (EUI) is currently accepting applications for its Florence School of Transnational Governance Policy Leader Fellowship 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2025
The Centre for Research in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (CRASSH) is currently accepting applications at the University of Cambridge Visiting Fellowships 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2025
New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) is currently accepting applications for its Founder Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 22 Nov, 2025
GINGKO has opened applications for its Research Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
Varkey Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Global Schools Prize 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
Gratitude Network has opened applications for its Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
GINGKO is currently accepting applications for its Encounter Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) is currently accepting applications for its Music Individual Project Funding 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
Mikrolegat are currently accepting applications for the Kickstart Micro Grant Program 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
Keats-Shelley Association of America are currently accepting applications for its Young Romantics Prizes 2025/2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is currently accepting applications for its call for ideas to strengthen urban resilience in Petropavlovsk 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
Alberta Foundation for the Arts (AFA) is currently accepting applications for the Artists and Education Funding 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
The Baker Hughes is currently accepting applications for its Emerging Talent Internship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
UNICEF Canada is currently accepting applications for its Youth Advocacy Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 21 Nov, 2025
Artsnb is currently accepting applications for the Equinox Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this grant and apply fir it
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2025
Institute for Law & AI (LawAI) is currently accepting applications for its Summer Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2025
The Refugee Youth Changemakers (RYCM) is currently accepting applications for the Global Digital Pathways Program 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2025
Imagine H2O has opened applications for its Accelerator Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 20 Nov, 2025
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.