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.

Nordic Innovation is currently accepting applications for its Nordic Talent Attraction and Retention 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

The Journalismfund Europe is currently accepting applications for its Pascal Decroos Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

The World Hepatitis Alliance is currently accepting applications for the Community-Led Scale-Up of Integrated EMTCT Services in Malawi 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Hampshire & Isle of Wight Community Foundation (HIWCF) is currently accepting applications for its Start-Up Grant Opportunity for Young Entrepreneurs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Groundwork London is currently accepting applications for its Shared Endeavour Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Artists’ Collecting Society Studio Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Sussex Community Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Rampion Community Benefit Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Applications are currently accepting applications for The Pan‑Atlantic University Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program for Young Africans 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Leading St. Louis Scholarship to Attend the One Young World Summit 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Women Business Center of Lagos (WBCL) is currently accepting applications for its Lagos Business Growth Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Chevening Overseas Territories British Library Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Apr, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The Itet Gem Foundation Annual Essay Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2026

French Ministry of Foreign Affairs is currently accepting applications for its Mobile Pacific Campus Program to Support Academic Mobility 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2026

ADAGP is currently accepting applications for its Connexion Internationale Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2026

King Charles III Charitable Fund is currently accepting applications for its Small Grants Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2026

The Lagos Agripreneurship Programme (LAP) is currently accepting applications for its Intensive Training for Young Nigerians 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The DW Akademie/Africa Uncensored AI in the Newsroom Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The Vital Voices (VV) Venture – AI for Impact Program for Purpose-Driven Women Entrepreneurs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2026

Statens Kunstfond (The Danish Arts Foundation) is currently accepting applications for its Performing Arts for Children, Young People and Adults Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 2026

Wellbeing of Women is currently accepting applications for its Postdoctoral Research Fellowships (PRF) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 28 Apr, 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.