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.
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TUD Dresden University of Technology is currently accepting applications for its UNEP/UNESCO Environmental Management Fellowship 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

The Iris Project is currently accepting applications for its Iris Prize 2026 for Young Leaders. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Azm Global Leaders Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa Young Professional Training Program 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations/BMW Group Intercultural Innovation Hub 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

The Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Scholarships for Arts Studies Abroad 2026. Interested applicnats are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

Applications are currenlty being accepted for the HENNGE Global Internship Program Front-End Pathway 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the TRANSFORM Business Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

SEO Africa is currently accepting applications for its Genser Energy Graduate Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for The FMN Group Innovative Practices in Livestock Farming 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Mar, 2026

A Western Indian Ocean Marine Science Association (WIOMSA) is currently accepting applications for its Marine Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

The Water Research Foundation (WRF) is currently accepting applicatios for its Paul L. Busch Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the African Plant Nutrition Scholar Award Program for African Graduate Students 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click heren to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

Interdisciplinary Centre for Conservation Science (ICCS) is currently accepting applications for the A. G. Leventis African Biodiversity Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the Black Women Photographers x Nikon Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and opportunity and apply for it
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

Applications are currently being accepted for the ROGEAP Regional Solar Business Plan Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

Code for Africa (CfA) is currently accepting applications for its AI Sandbox Seed Grant 2026. Interest applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

Applications are curreTeach For Nigeria is currently accepting applications for its Young Graduate Pathway Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

Africa Centre for Energy Policy is currently accepting applications for its Africa Climate Academy 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 2026

Swedish Collegium for Advanced Study (SCAS) is currently accepting applications for its Human Past Fellowship Programme 2027–2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Mar, 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.