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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.
Welcome to the ChallengeUS Future Leaders Competition, where young minds converge to showcase their talents, exchange ideas, and shape the future. In a world brimming with challenges and opportunities, ChallengeUS believes in the power of youth to drive change, innovate solutions, and lead us towards a brighter tomorrow.
Date Posted: 06 May, 2024
Join the Climate Entrepreneurship Academy at the 2024 AFS Youth Assembly in New York City, August 14th – 18th, and make a difference in the world!
Date Posted: 06 May, 2024
Are you a woman aspiring to pursue postgraduate studies in economics, statistics, engineering, or computing in Europe? If funding hurdles stand in your way, the European Central Bank (ECB) is here to support you with our ECB Scholarship for Women.
Date Posted: 06 May, 2024
The African Doctoral Academy is offering scholarships for the 2024 Hybrid Winter School. Click here to learn more about applying for this opportunity .
Date Posted: 06 May, 2024
The MMD Grant Facility Call for Proposals has been launched, offering a significant opportunity for Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and non-state actors engaged in migration and mobility issues related to the African continent. Click here to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 06 May, 2024
Are you a young entrepreneur or community leader dedicated to making a difference in highly marginalized, refugee, or forcibly displaced communities worldwide? If so, the Western Union Foundation Fellowship, powered by Watson Institute, invites you to apply for its transformative program.
Date Posted: 06 May, 2024
Applications are open for the Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Postdoctoral Fellowships 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2024
Applications are open for the Lee Kong Chian Research Fellowship 2024. The Fellowship programme is a six-month residential fellowship. The Fellow will undertake research on the collections of the Lee Kong Chian Reference Library and the National Archives of Singapore.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2024
Applications are open for the Bucharest Summer University 2024. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2024
UNHCR Refugee-led Innovation Fund 2024 is now accepting applications. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2024
Applications are open for Gender Equality Internship at UNESCO. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2024
OHCHR invites youth-led and youth-focused organizations to nominate young people to become part of the new cohort of the Youth Advisory Board that will help empower youth to stand up for their human rights.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2024
The Impact West Africa Fellowship program equips changemakers from theregion with the skills and support needed to tackle common challenges that affect close to half a billion people across the region’s 17 countries. Click here to apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 04 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Dufil Prima Foods Graduate Engineering Trainee Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Social Shifters Global Innovation Challenge. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 AfOx Health Innovation and Entrepreneurship Scheme. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and how to apply for it.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2024
As the British Council celebrates its 90th anniversary in 2024, British Council is delighted to announce a new research partnership with the Institute for Advanced Studies in the Humanities (IASH) at the University of Edinburgh.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Pulitzer Center Africa Impact Seed Fund (ISF). The Pulitzer Center Impact Seed Fund (ISF) supports educational and engagement initiatives addressing the most critical issues confronting our planet’s ecosystems and communities. The 2024 ISF focuses on a range of topics, including rainforests, oceans, and climate change, with a particular emphasis on its interconnectedness with workers and vulnerable communities.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2024
Applications are now open to join the second cohort of the Ocean Reporting Network (ORN), a fellowship programme for professional journalists who get the opportunity to spend a whole year working on an in-depth or investigative ocean story.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2024
Applications are now open for the Falling Walls Lab Lomé 2024. If you apply, you stand a chance to win a trip to the global Falling Walls Lab finale in Berlin, Germany.
Date Posted: 03 May, 2024
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.