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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.
Henley & Partners is currently accepting applications for its Global Citizen Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Tasmanian Government has opened applications for its Arts Tasmania Individuals and Groups Funding Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Sophie und Karl Binding Stiftung Grants for Environment, Social and Cultural Projects 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Sensata Foundation Grant Program for Community-Based Initiatives 2026. Applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
The Fidelio Charitable Trust supports exceptional individuals and groups in the performing arts, with a strong focus on music and theatre.Its primary aim is to enable talented early-career artists to access opportunities they would not otherwise be able to afford.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Arts Tasmania is currently accepting applications for its Annie Greig Dance Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Legacy Of War Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Small Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute (PCORI) is currently accepting applications for its Science of Engagement in Research Grant Opportunity 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Front Line Defenders is currently accepting applications for the Frank Jennings Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Institut für Auslandsbeziehungen (IFA) is currently accepting applications for its Scholarship on the Management of Cultural Heritage and the Transformation of Museums and Exhibition Centres 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art has opened applications for its Anne van Biema Fellowship 2026 . Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Earth Journalism Network (EJN) Virtual Media Workshop on Covering Gibbons & Orangutans in Asia 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 10 Apr, 2026
Japan Water Forum is currently accepting applications for its Kyoto World Water Grand Prize 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Orange Social Venture Prize in Africa and the Middle East (OSVP) for Young Entrepreneurs 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Falling Walls Lab Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2026
International Mathematical Union (IMU) is currently accepting applications for its Simons Research Fellowship Program for Developing Countries 2026. interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2026
International Mathematical Union (IMU) is currently accepting applications for its Conference Support Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2026
Laerdal Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Saving Lives at Birth Research Grants Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2026
Villanova University is currently accepting applications for its Waterhouse Family Institute for the Study of Communication and Society (WFI) Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it,
Date Posted: 09 Apr, 2026
Institute of International Education (IIE) is currently accepting applications for its Chevron International REACH Scholarship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 09 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.