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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.
Max Planck Institute for the Study of Societies is currently accepting applications for its IMPRS-SPCE Doctoral Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Coronation is currently accepting applications for its Graduate Trainee Programme Academy 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
KESSA has opened applications for its Young Panafrican Storytellers Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for The #ActForPaws Responsible Citizen Winter Challenge 2025–26. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Nederlands Filmfonds Development Minority Coproduction Programme 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Greater Toledo Community Foundation First Solar Community Giving Fund – Civic Engagement and Environmental Impact Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Hinrich Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Research Funding Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 18 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Wells Mountain Initiative Scholars Program 2026, Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Content is Queen has opened applications for its Monthly Micro-Grants for Podcasters 2025-26. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunuty and apply fo rit
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Queensland Government is currently accepting applications for its Essential Services Hardship Assistance Grant Program 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Avant Group VIC – Tiny Towns Fund (Round 3) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Earth Journalism Network is currently accepting applications for its Story Grants on Fisheries Transparency 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Blue Food Futures Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Samuel H. Kress Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Conservation Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) is cuurently accepting applications for its Internship Programme: Opportunities for Future Policy Leaders 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
MyJobMag has opened applications for its Career Kickstart Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encoouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
University of Lagos are currently accepting applications for its Nigerian Academy of Engineering (NAEng) Innovation Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
John Hopkins University is currently accepting applications for its Gender Equity/GBV Evidence Accelerator Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for The Ferriss - UC Berkeley Psychedelic Journalism Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
London School of Hygiene & Trofical Medicine (LSHTMA) is cuurently accepting applications 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 Dec, 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.