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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 Arab Fund for Arts and Culture (AFAC) is currently accepting applications for its Cinema Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Animal-Kind International (AKI) is currently accepting applications for its Animal Welfare Organization Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Public Interest Registry (PIR) .ORG Impact Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the African Women in Agricultural Research and Development (AWARD) Fellowship Reviewer 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
The Center for Black, Brown, and Queer Studies is currently accepting applications for its BBQ+ Academic Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health (ASPPH) /CDC Tribal Health Department Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Conservation Action Research Network (CARN) is currrently accepting application for its Aspire Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Republic Bank is currently accepting application for its Power to Make A Difference Programme 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
UN Women is currently accepting applications for its Localising VAW Prevention Initiatives 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Transformative African Leadership (TAL) Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Danish Institute for Human Rights Fully Funded Global Visiting Researcher Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation is currently accepting applications fior its Falling Walls Lab Gothenburg, Sweden 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Collective Intelligence Project (CIP) Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently beung accepted for the Marianne Initiative for Human Rights Defenders 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently bein accepted for The AFRIKA KOMMT! Fellowship Programme 2026/2028. Interested applicants are encoouraged to click here to learn more about this opporunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Falling Walls Lab Barcelona, Spain 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
International Elephant Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Elephant Conservation and Research Funding Support Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the AWS Imagine Grant for Nonprofits Using Cloud Technology 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Falling Walls Lab Rennes, France 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 17 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Lateef Jakande Leadership Academy Fellowship Programme for Young Nigerians 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 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.