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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 currenltly being accepted for the UFI Digital Innovation Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026
FIAT/IFTA is currently accepting applications for its Media Studies Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026
Code for Africa (CfA) is currently accepting applications for its African Academy for Open Source Investigation (AAOSI) Fellowship Program for Journalists 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026
Merck Group is currently accepting applications for its Stimulating Innovative Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the UNESCO-UNEVCO TVET Leadership Programme (TLP) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opoortunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Feb, 2026
Peter Bopp Stiftung für Forschung und Technik is currently accepting applications for its Implementation Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
Green Growth Africa is currently accepting applications for its EcoHeroes Initiative 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
Senckenberg Nature Research is currently accepting applications for its Global Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportuinity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
The Bridge Leadership Foundation (TBLF) is currently accepting applications for its Emerging Political Leaders Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
Allan Gray Orbis Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
Government of Ireland is currently being accepting applications for its Creative Clusters Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
STOP is currently acceptingf applications for its Tobacco Industry Interference Grants for Civil Society Action 2026. Applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
The Cigna Group is currently accepting applications for its Improving Youth Mental Health Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) is currently accepting applications for its Summer School on the Legal Framework for Nuclear Energy 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Andela AI Engineering Bootcamp 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Feb, 2026
United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation & Mito Foundation Research Grant Program is currently accepting applications for its Graduate Student Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to clcik here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Katapult Africa Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Bridge Seed Global Accelerator Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Feb, 2026
Raptor Research Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Dean Amadon Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 07 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 06 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.