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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 Diana Award is currently accepting applications for its AGFUND Development Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) is currently accepting applications for its Membership of the Africa CDC Continental Immunization Advisory Council 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currenly being accepted for the Solidarity Is 2026 Cohort. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
The Lydia Leadership Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Adedeji Scholarship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
National Medical Research Council is currently accepting applications for its Young Individual Research Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Matrix Chambers is currently accepting applications for its Matrix Causes Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the UNIDO & WTCA Blue Economy Global Call 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
European Union is currently accepting applications for its Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) World Food Day Poster Contest 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the DAAD Masters Scholarship in the Field of Music for International Students in Germany 2027/28. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Open Doors Russian Scholarship 2026/27. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Leibniz Institute of Human History (IEG) Fellowships for Doctoral Students in Germany 2027-2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the European Union - Erasmus Mundus Joint Master International Law of Security, Peace and Sustainable Development 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Yale University Emerging Climate Leaders Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
I Tatti - The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies is currently accepting applications for its Residential Fellowships 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Ian Parry Photojournalism Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the University of Detroit Mercy Scholarships 2026-27. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Oak Nation Entrepreneurial Foundation is currently accepting applications for its African Fashion Fundlab Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
National Power Training Institute of Nigeria (NAPTIN) is currently accepting applications for its Presidential Metering Initiative – Meter Installer Training Programme (Power Force) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Malmö University Scholarship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 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.