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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 Urology Foundation is currenltly accepting applications for its Innovation & Research Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the EMBO Postdoctoral Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2025
Delfina Foundation is currenlty accepting applications for its Brooks International Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunities and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2025
Reporters Without Borders is currently accepting applications for its Berlin Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2025
HOLOHIL has opened 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: 30 Dec, 2025
Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study in the Humanities and Social Sciences (NIAS-KNAW) is currently accepting applications for its Safe Haven Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Dec, 2025
SMEX is currently accepting applications for its Digital Rights Fund in the West Asia and North Africa 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
Cambridgeshire Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Arm Community Fund Program in United Kingdom 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
Merri-bek City Councils is currently accepting applications for its Community Participation Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Trust Waikato Grants and Funding 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA) is currently accepting applications for its Rebecca Rhodes African Inclusive Literacy Research Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the PA Medical Malpratice Lawyers P.C. Essay Contest 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Eremuak Fellowship at Art Omi: Artists 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
The Explorers Club is currently accepting applications for its Vast x Explorers Club Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
The Organization for Autism Research (OAR) is currenlty being accepted for its Graduate Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is currently accepting applications for its Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Dec, 2025
Algalita Marine Research and Education has opned applications for its Wayfinder Society Student Mini-Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Grawemeyer Award for ideas Improving World Order 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2025
BE OPEN Foundation has opened applications for its Design Equality 2025 International Design Competition. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Qualcomm® Make in Africa Startup Mentorship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Dec, 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.