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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 ETH Student Summer Research Fellowship (ETH SSRF) Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Yale University is accepting applications for its Maurice R. Greenberg World Fellows Program 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
Institute for Law & Al's Summer has opened applicastions for its Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Nov, 2025
University of Exeter as opened applications for its A.S.Hornby Educational Trust Scholarships 2025/2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for The Interswitch Developer Program for Young Professionals 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2025
African-German Network of Excellence in Science (AGNES) is accepting applications for the Intra-Africa Mobility Grants for Junior Researchers 2025. Applicants who are interested are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2025
The Atlantic Fellows for Social and Economic Equity (AFSEE) is now accepting applications for its Programme for Social - Change Leaders at London School of Economics and Political Science 2026/2027. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Nov, 2025
The African Union Development Agency-NEPAD is now accepting applications for its Home-Grown Solutions Agribusiness Accelerator 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
The Royal Commonwealth Society has opened applications for Help us name our 2026 Commonwealth Ocean Youth Photography Competition. Interered applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
The Supivaa Advisory Group Internship 2026 is now accepting applications. To learn more about this opportunity and submit an application, interested candidates are encouraged to click here
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies has opened applications for its Visiting Research Fellows Program 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
TheBoardroom Africa-Mastercard Foundation is accepting applications for the EMERGE Program for Africa’s Emerging Leaders 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
The Surge AI is currently accepting applocations for the Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
Google News Initiative has opened applications for the JournalismAI Innovation Challenge 2025. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
National Endowment for Democracy (NED) is currently accepting applications for the Reagan-Fascell Democracy Fellows Program 2026-2027. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
Wellington City Council is accepting applications for its Waste Minimisation Fund 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
African Union Development Agency-NEPAD (AUDA-NEPAD) is accepting applications for the Home-Grown Solutions Agribusiness Accelerator Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Nov, 2025
Society for the Advancement of Behavior Analysis (SABA) is currently accepting applications for the International Development Grant Program 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply with it.
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2025
The Rockefeller Foundation has opened applications for its Big Bets Fellowship 2026. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn morre about this fellowship and apply for it
Date Posted: 13 Nov, 2025
Somerset Community Foundation is accepting applications for its Hinkley Point C Community Fund Small Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this oppotunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 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.