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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.
The Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria (CIPM) is inviting undergraduates in Nigerian tertiary schools to take part in its 2025 essay competition.
Date Posted: 10 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for the Women & Gender Constituency Gender Just Climate Solutions Awards 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for the Global Good Fund Fellowship 2026. This 12-month hybrid leadership program is open to social entrepreneurs around the world.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
The PROTEGO Accelerator aims to develop and implement innovative solutions to collect, sort, recycle, and reuse plastic waste which have a high potential to be scaled up and replicated across the region.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
The Programme offers graduates a full rounded experience of their business including mentorship and coaching, and on the job training, all whilst earning a full salary and enjoying all the benefits of a full time employee.
Date Posted: 09 Jun, 2025
Advance your research with UWS! Study for a PhD & receive funding via their Vice-Chancellor's Studentships.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
The SustainE Young researchers Award aims to recognize and reward outstanding research in sustainability by young scholars.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
This program will provide training, mentorship, microgrants and support to four grassroots and community activists who are interested in promoting and implementing the data values manifesto.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
The FS4Africa Open Call 1 (OC1) aims to provide financial support to research and technology stakeholders (start-ups, SMEs, research organisations and other multidisciplinary actors)
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
The United Nations Development Programme is seeking applications for Global Plastics Innovation Programme to support innovative solutions to address plastic pollution in Nigeria
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
They encourage applications from young entrepreneurs in Africa, with a focus on entrepreneurship and renewable energy solutions.
Date Posted: 07 Jun, 2025
UICC's Technical Fellowships provide cancer professionals the chance to gain new knowledge, skills and techniques in cancer control through short learning visits of two weeks to two months' duration. This specific fellowship opportunity was originally launched in 1976 and was called the International Cancer Research Technology Transfer awards (CRETT) and has facilitated knowledge exchange for the last four decades.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
Are you a Black woman writer passionate about crafting beautifully written, character-driven short stories? Mdnight & indigo is excited to announce an open call for submissions for personal essays.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
The Cambridge-Africa ALBORADA Research Fund aims to catalyse new and strengthen existing collaborations between researchers in Africa and Cambridge and support high quality training activities.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge is designed to give young impact founders a platform; providing project funding, unique leadership learning, and exclusive exposure through some of the worlds biggest brands.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
The Llama Impact Accelerator Program is a regional program supporting startups building impactful solutions with Llama. Apply now!
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
Pitch2Win 5 Competition is a startup discovery engine designed to spotlight promising and interesting startups.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
The WIA Young Leaders program aims to support and highlight young African women who are actively contributing to building a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive Africa.
Date Posted: 06 Jun, 2025
Applications are open for TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 2025
This competition invites talented illustrators and video creators to create artworks centred on the theme of climate change.
Date Posted: 05 Jun, 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.