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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 IBM Impact Accelerator 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Feb, 2026
Government of Canada is currently accepting applications for its Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC). Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
First Peoples' Cultural Council is currently accepting applications for its Braided Infrastructure Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
City of Subiaco is currently accepting applications for its Community Development Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
Nominations are currently being accepted for the Volvo Environment Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
eSafety Commissioner is currently accepting applications for its Tech-Based Abuse of Women Grants Program 2026. Interestred applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Falling Walls Lab Leuven 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
Centre for Genomic Regulation (CRG) is currently accepting applications for its Research Training Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this oppprtunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
World Food Prize Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Innovate for Impact Challenge: Driving AgTech Innovation 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
SAB Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Social Innovation and Disability Empowerment Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Stafford Borough Council Small Grants Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
First Peoples' Cultural Council is accepting applications for its Music Program in Canada 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
First Peoples' Cultural Council is currently accepting applications for its Individual Artists Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
UArctic (University of the Arctic) is currently accepting applications for its Frederik Paulsen Arctic Academic Action Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Pfizer Fellowship Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the World Food Prize Foundation Top Agri-food Pioneers (TAP) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Feb, 2026
KPMG is currently being accepted for the Female Founders in Africa Competition 2026. Intersted applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the PSG Financial Services Graduate Programme 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click herre to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Feb, 2026
The World Energy Council is currently accepting applcations for its Future Energy Leaders Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Alpine Fellowship Music Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Feb, 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.