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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 Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarship Program is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2025
Applications for the Pure Ocean Fund Projects 2026 is now available. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit here for additional information about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2025
The Oxford 2026 Young Scholars Fellowship application will soon be open. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here for further information and to submit an application.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2025
Are you a changemaker, innovator, or leader in your community? Interested candidates are urged to visit here for additional information and to apply for the UNEARTHDOX Sparks of Regeneration Grant Program, which is now taking applications.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2025
Are you a an innovators, changemakers, community leader? Application for the UNEARTHDOX Sparks of Regeneration Grant Programme 2026 is currently ongoing. Candidates who wish to apply and learn more about this opportunity are requested to click here.
Date Posted: 12 Sep, 2025
Applications are currently being accepted for VI International Zendal Awards 2025. Candidates who are interested are urged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The Conflict Prevention and Sustaining Peace Global Fellow Program is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
Do you want to pursue postgraduate studies further? The Gates Cambridge Scholarship Programme 2026/2027 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for further information and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The Africa Health Collaborative Doctor of Public Health Scholarships for 2026–2027 are now accepting applications. Candidates are urged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
Are you a young Egyptian graduate or technician interested in green and digital sectors? Applications are currently accepted for the Youth Internship and Training
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The 2026 AWARD Leadership Program for Emerging African Women in Agricultural Sciences is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
Applications for the Columbia SIPA Public Service Scholarship are currently being accepted. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The American Society for Microbiology's ASM Ambassador Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit here for additional information about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The FASPE Clergy & Religious Leaders Program 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The Young Women for Biosecurity Fellowship 2025 application is now available. Candidates are encouraged to visit here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
Applications are currently available for individuals who aspire to study at the Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence Scholarship Programme. Applicants are asked to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
Do you wish to apply for a program that grants degrees or one that does not? The Central European University Scholarships 2026 are now accepting applications. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested applicants are encouraged to visit here.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The Government of Ireland Postgraduate Scholarship Programme 2026 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit here for additional information about the opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
The Wild Wonder Foundation Micro Grants 2025 Program is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 11 Sep, 2025
Currently, the Oxford MBA-Skoll Scholarships 2026-2027 are accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this position, interested candidates are urged to click here.
Date Posted: 10 Sep, 2025
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.