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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 now open for the 2025 PZ Cussons Graduate Trainee Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
This Call for Proposals aims to select a consortium of French and/or international and/or national feminist CSOs from partner countries of France's development policy.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
Macquarie University provides a range of generous scholarships to support exceptional graduate researchers. All scholarships are considered and awarded through a competitive process.
Date Posted: 14 Jul, 2025
The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), in coordination with the UN Office for Digital and Emerging Technologies (ODET) and United Nations Development Coordination Office (UNDCO), announce the launch of a Global Call for Solutions for an Inclusive Digital Economy. Apply now!
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2026/2027 WIPO Young Experts Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
GlobalDev, an initiative of the Global Development Network (GDN), invites applications from science journalists to take part in the Global Development Conference (GDC) 2025, to be held from October 28–30, 2025, in Clermont-Ferrand, France.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the AFC’s Building Resilience Against Climate and Environmental Shocks (BRACE) Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 MTN Cloud Accelerator Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 Malaria Modelling Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
GIZ-MOVE in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Industry, Trade, and Investment in Nigeria is accepting applications from interested and qualified Agri-SMEs/Food processors with experience in the fields of Rice and Cashew processing, Rice & Cashew pastry, Gastronomy, Agri-food, Cosmetics, Health, etc.
Date Posted: 12 Jul, 2025
Applications for the Global Citizen and PayPal Small Business Impact Awards 2025 are now open. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Apply now to join to CIVICUS Youth Action Team. The CIVICUS Youth Action Team is a group of voting members of CIVICUS, led by the youth and acting for the youth to be meaningfully represented and engaged in all of the alliance's structures, governance, strategies, and activities.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the AfroTech Conference Founder Circle 2025 Cohort. The Insider Founder Circle at AfroTech Conference is designed to uplift and empower diverse tech founders who are building scalable, impactful companies beyond the idea stage.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the African Investigative Journalist of the Year Award 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 CSEA Africa’s Data Future Fellowship. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the Miles Morland Foundation Morland Writing Scholarships. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 UNESCO/Tamayouz Cinema Foundation Residency. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are now open for the 2025 Deloitte Academy's Cyber Security Program. Are you ready to apply your knowledge and background to exciting new challenges? From learning to leadership, this is your chance to take your career to the next level.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the APRI Young Talent Program 2025. The APRI Young Talent Program is a recurring initiative aimed at engaging young professionals and recent graduates worldwide who are passionate about African policy research.
Date Posted: 11 Jul, 2025
Applications are open for the KIWW World Water Challenge 2025. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Jul, 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.