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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.
UN Women is currently accepting applications for its Invitation for Expression of Interest for Civil Society Organizations under the Strong Civic Space for Equality and Women’s Empowerment Project 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Einstein Foundation Berlin Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
Global Taskforce for Youth Combatants (GTY) is currently accepting applications for its Youth Support Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
ImpactHER is currently accepting applications for its Global African Women’s Sustainability Conference 2.0 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 Feb, 2026
CivFund is currently accepting applications for its Kuonyesha Art Fund Grants 2026–2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
Yale University is currently accepting applications for its Dorrit Hoffleit Summer Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
African Union (AU) Digital & Innovation Fellowship Program 2026
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
International Sustainable Chemistry Collaborative Centre (ISC3) is currently accepting applications for its Innovation Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) is currently accepting applications for its Hungarian Government Scholarship Programme 2026–2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the UNDP Get Ready 3 timbuktoo EdTech 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
IHE Delft Institute for Water Education is currently accepting applications for its MSc in Water and Sustainable Development Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
UNIQLO is currently accepting applications for its Global Management Program in Japan 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
World Food Prize Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Borlaug Field Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it,
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
Spencer Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Small Research Grants on Education Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
Innovative co-creation soil health living labs (iCOSHELLs) is currently accepting applications for its Open Call for Innovative Soil Health Living Labs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Short Term Grant for Armenia Studies 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Feb, 2026
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Singapore is currently accepting applications for its Global Connect Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2026
Social Innovation in Health Initiative (SIHI) 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: 31 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Amahoro Coalition Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Internet Society Early Career Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 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.