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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.
African Leadership Centre (ALC) is currently accepting applications for its Fellowships for African Scholars in Peace, Security and Development (Degree-Awarding) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
UN SDG Action Awards is currently accepting applications for its Heroes of Tommorrow 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently accepting applications for its DSSGx Munich Program for Data Scientists 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Cure Parkinson's is currently accepting applications for its Quarterly Research Grant Funding Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Oppenheimer Generations Research & Conservation is currently accepting applications for its Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) is currently accepting applications for its Early-Career Research Fellowship Program. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Aig-Imoukhuede Foundation (AIG) Visiting Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Eisenhower Fellowships Global Program for Mid-Career Professionals 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the YIM Macro Research Fellowship 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Dag Hammarskjöld Foundation Internship 2026: Sustaining Peace. Interested applicants are encouraged to cick here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Liberation Alliance Africa is currently accepting applications for its Sawaba Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
One Young World is currently accepting applications for its Kofi Annan NextGen Democracy Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Research Ireland is currently accepting applications for its Science Week Funding Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the U.S. Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation (AFCP) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Open Society Justice Initiative Democracy is currently accepting applications for its Anchor Grants Democracy Anchor Grants for Strategic Litigation 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Translated is currently accepting applications for its Imminent Language Technology Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Anthropic Fellows Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently beung accepted for the Center for Southeast Asian Studies (CSEAS) Kyoto University Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click hereto learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 16 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the DISC Digital Society Virtual Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 Apr, 2026
International Vaccine Institute (IVI) is currently accepting applications for its Vaccinology Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 15 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.