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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 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
International Telecommunication Union (ITU) is currently accepting applications for its AI for Good Impact Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
Women's Refugee Commission (WRC) is currently accepting applications for its Humanitarian Futures: Gender, Displacement, and Justice Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the HP/HP Foundation Future of Work Accelerator 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
Tarbell has opened applications for its Grants for Original Reporting on AI and its Impacts 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) is currently accepting applications for its PCT Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
The World Academy of Science (TWAS) is currently accepting applications for its Seed Grant for New African Principal Investigators (SG-NAPI) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for its Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for its Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for its Columbia Global Emerging Scholars Fellowship Program 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
UNDP is currently accepting applications for its Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Holberg Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Global Business School Network (GBSN) Africa Business Concept Challenge 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 30 Jan, 2026
UA Ruhr Research Academy is currently accepting applications for its Research Explorer Ruhr Summer Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2026
Council for the Advancement of Science Writing (CASW) is currently accepting applications for its Sharon Begley Science Reporting Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2026
High Desert Museum is currently accepting applications for its Waterston Desert Writing Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2026
International College of the University of Science and Technology of China (USTC) is currently accepting applications for its Future Scientist Exchange Program (FuSEP) Summer Exchange Program. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the The Japan Foundation - Japanese Language Learners Event Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 Jan, 2026
LEO Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 29 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.