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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 Devosta Microsoft 365 Exchange Engineer Program 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The Civic and Political Organizing Lab for Creatives is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The MasterCard Foundation Youth in Work Innovative Challenge is still accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The TAL-Tech Network Community Essay Competition 2025 is currently accepting applications; interested candidates are urged to click here for additional information and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The 2026 Canada Graduate Research Scholarship is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
Applications are being accepted for the 2026 WSP Undergraduate Bursary Program. It is recommended that candidates click here to learn more about the opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The WiSER Pioneers Program for Emerging Female Leaders in Sustainability is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 26 Sep, 2025
The Stanford Next Asia Policy Lab (SNAPL) Fellowships 2026–2028 are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The 2025 ProLiteracy Literacy Opportunity Fund is now accepting applications. It is recommended that candidates click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Wenner-Gren Foundation Post-PhD Research Grant 2025/2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Stanford University Taiwan Program Fellowships 2026–2027 are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2026 University of Oxford AfOx Mastercard Graduate Scholarship are now being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Kuya Grant for African and Latin American Founders 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Leiden University Minerva Scholarship Fund for International Students 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The University of Cambridge's ESRC-funded PhD Studentship Program for International Students 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Open Notebook-Early-Career Fellowship Program 2026 is still accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The 2026 Cassava Republic Echoes of the Earth Cover Design Prize is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for additional information about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Dangote Graduate Trainee Support Services Program 2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
The Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association of South Africa Bursary Competition 2025 (LPGSA Bursary) is now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 2025
Applications for the 2026 PSG Bursary Program are now being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 25 Sep, 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.