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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.
Smithsonian Environmental Research Center (SERC) is currently accepting applications for its Environmental Education Internship Spring 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 17 Dec, 2025
Fellowships at Auschwitz for the Study of Professional Ethics (FASPE) is currently accepting applications for its Journalism Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Harvard University is currently accepting applications for its Houghton Library Visiting Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Local Authority Waters Programme is currently accepting applications for its Community Water Development Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the OpenAI Funding Grants for New Research into AI and Mental Health 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Nederlands Filmfonds is currently accepting applications for its Impulse Contribution to Success. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Applicantions are currently being accepted for the WomenLift Health x WILAN Nigeria Leadership Journey 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Foresight Institute is currently accepting applications for its AI for Safety & Science Nodes 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Africa Centre for Energy Policy is accepting applications for its Next Generation Resource Governance Leaders Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Google for Startups Accelerator: Middle East, North Africa Program for MENA Startups 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Center for International Policy (CIP) is currently accepting applications for its Multimedia & Communications Intern 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the Emmanuel College Artist-in-Residence Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Dec, 2025
EcoSchools Canada is currently accepting applications for the Greenbelt Biodiversity Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for its New Roots Institute Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Dec, 2025
Organization for Autism Research (OAR) is currently accepting applications for its Applied Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for The Royal Society Africa Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Dec, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for the British Council Art Exchange Moving Image Development Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Dec, 2025
Auckland Medical Research Foundation (AMRF) is currently being accepted for the Project Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Dec, 2025
National Endowment for the Arts is currently accepting applications for its Grants for Arts Projects (GAP) 2026. Applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Dec, 2025
Akademie Schloss Solitude is currently accepting applications for its Residential Fellowships 2026-2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 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.