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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.
Since their inception in 1945, the AAAS Science Journalism Awards have honored distinguished reporting on science by professional journalists. The awards, an internationally recognized measure of excellence in science journalism, go to individuals (rather than institutions, publishers or employers) for coverage of the sciences, engineering and mathematics.
Date Posted: 10 May, 2025
JASS (Just Associates) is thrilled to announce the call for applications for its first-ever Global Movement Builders' School, taking place in South Africa from October 30 to November 2, 2025.
Date Posted: 09 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Tutator Forward Grants 2025. This is a grant program providing custom software solutions to mission-driven organizations.
Date Posted: 09 May, 2025
Applications are invited for the 2025 CSN AWS Cloud Bootcamp. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 May, 2025
Applications are open for the Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders Program 2025. The Atlantic Dialogues Emerging Leaders (ADEL) is more than a leadership program. It is a launchpad for rising changemakers from the Atlantic Basin and Africa who are shaping the future through action, innovation, and dialogue.
Date Posted: 09 May, 2025
Applications are invited for the World Food Forum Startup Innovation Awards 2025. The WFF Startup Innovation Awards, powered by Extreme Tech Challenge (XTC) is a global competition showcasing entrepreneurs who are using the power of technology to transform agrifood systems to end global hunger and achieve the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Date Posted: 09 May, 2025
The Youth Innovation Challenge invites applicants from 15 to 30 years of age to propose a solution to address marine issues, including conservation, biodiversity, and marine debris. Solutions can incorporate a variety of approaches but must include environmental education. Solutions must be innovative, feasible, and informed by research.
Date Posted: 09 May, 2025
Do you have a groundbreaking idea? Are you ready to turn your vision into reality? Join the Young Innovators Accelerator, a dynamic program designed to help young entrepreneurs and visionaries launch their ideas with expert mentorship, resources, and funding opportunities.
Date Posted: 09 May, 2025
The Aspire Leaders Program welcomes limited-income and first-generation university students and recent graduates from around the world to join a free online interactive leadership development journey that is manageable along your other commitments.
Date Posted: 09 May, 2025
The 2025 AKS Graduate Fellowship offers this unique opportunity to international graduate students willing to immerse themselves in Korea for research purposes. Apply now!
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Nominations are now open for the seventh edition of the Meaningful Business 100 award programme, which champions leaders combining profit and purpose.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Applications and nominations are invited for the One Young World Break the Hate Challenge 2025. If you're done playing nice with hate, if you want to call it out, tear it down and refuse to shut up...One Young World has a challenge for you.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Embark on a transformative journey in educational leadership with the 10-month Education Pioneers Impact Fellowship. Apply now!
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Applications are now open for the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change Graduate Associate Internship Programme 2025. Apply now!
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
The British Council invites applications for its Languages Teacher Training Scholarships 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
The African Investigative Journalism Conference is running two Fellowship tracks in 2025 - one for practicing early-career journalists under the age of 30 with five or less years' experience, and one for mid-career journalists with five or more years' experience. #AIJC2025 will be held at Wits University in Johannesburg from 5 to 7 November 2025.
Date Posted: 08 May, 2025
Nominations are invited for the U.S. Chamber Foundation Citizens Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and nominate a business for it!
Date Posted: 07 May, 2025
The lan Parry Photojournalism Grant supports young and emerging photographers as they embark on their career in the world of photojournalism. They offer financial support, mentorship and ongoing assistance for the promotion of their work. Importantly, the recipient becomes part of a network of past recipients and an extended family of people who care deeply about the grant and believe in the importance of photojournalism.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2025
The UNICEF Venture Fund is inviting applications from start-ups developing cutting edge tech solutions improving access to quality health care and services, and ensuring socio-economic participation of women and girls.
Date Posted: 07 May, 2025
The Lake Chad Climate Justice Youth Fellowship, implemented by the Development of Educational Action Network (DEAN Initiative) and funded by the Climate Justice Resilience Fund (CJRF) is designed to empower young grassroots leaders from communities around the Lake Chad Basin to engage in climate justice advocacy, community mobilization, and local climate solutions.
Date Posted: 07 May, 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.