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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.
Secretariat of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) is currently accepting applications for its Media Awards 2026. Insterested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the YSpace Food and Beverage Accelerator 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Applications are currenlty being accepted for the Viva Technology Female Founder Award 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
MPOWER Financing is currently accepting application for its Women in STEM Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Raptor Research Foundation is currently accepting applications for its African Raptor Leadership Research Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Youth Music is currently accepting applications for its NextGen Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Yidan Prize 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Valemount Network is currently accepting applications for its Resident Directed Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
British Council is currently accepting applications for its Study UK pop-up exhibition in the USA 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Friends of Liberia is currently accepting applications for its Small Grants Program for Community-Led Development Projects 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Student Entrepreneur Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about his opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 14 Jan, 2026
Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner Building Justice Anew Change Grants Stream 2026
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 2026
Raptor Research Foundation is currently accepting applications for the Oscar Beingolea Raptor Research Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 2026
Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner is currently accepting applications for the Building Justice Change Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Photo Humanity Water for Life Photography Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 2026
Hans-Böckler-Stiftung Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Dieter Schumacher International PhD-Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 2026
Royal Society is accepting applications for its Biology Letters Early Career Researcher Competition 2026, Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 2026
Viva Technology is currently accepting applications for the AfricaTech Award for African Startups 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 2026
Institute for AI Policy and Strategy (IAPS) is currently accepting applications for the AI Policy Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 2026
AI for Good is currently accepting applications for the AMAS Young Researcher Associate Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jan, 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.