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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.
Are you in the 13–19 age range and enrolled in school? For the Earth Prize Environmental Sustainability Competition, applications are currently being accepted. Candidates are encouraged to visit here to apply for this chance and participate.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
For the Department of Forestry, Fisheries, and the Environment's (DFFE) Bursary Program, applications are still being accepted. Candidates are urged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
Applications for the CJID AI in Journalism Incubator 2.0 Program are now being accepted. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested applicants are urged to click here.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
Are you a journalist? Applications are now open for the International Civil Society Week Journalist Fellowship. Applicants who wish to learn more about this opportunity and apply are encouraged to click here.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
Are you a recent accounting graduate hoping to make a significant contribution to society and launch your career? The Auditor-General of South Africa's Bursary Scheme 2025/2026 is now accepting applications. Candidates are encouraged to visit here in order to apply for this job and learn more.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
Do you attend a Nigerian university as an undergraduate? The Stanbic IBTC University Scholarship 2024/2025 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to visit here for additional information and to apply for this position.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
The Global Technology Industry Association (GTIA) Grants are now accepting applications. Nonprofits and schools in underserved communities are encouraged to visit here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
The WWF Gustavo Fonseca Leadership is currently accepting applications. Candidates are invited to go here and apply within if they would want to learn more about this opportunity and apply.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
The Luxembourg Centre for Contemporary and Digital History (C2DH) Scholar at Risk Fellowship is now accepting applications. Interested candidates can click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
Are you a Black professional who resides in the UK? Applications for the 10,000 Black Interns Program are being accepted right now. Candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
Are you older than eighteen? Applications for the CamelBack Ventures Fellowship are now being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 05 Sep, 2025
Are you a recent graduate? Interested candidates are urged to visit here to apply for the AOS Orwell Graduate Trainee Program, which is currently open.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2025
The Mandela Institute for Development Studies (MINDS) Scholarship Program is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more and apply for this opportunity.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2025
Do you have an interest in media? Applications for the 2026 Documented Media Training Program are now being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to visit here for additional information and to apply for this position.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2025
Are you a recent graduate from South Africa? Applications for the 2025 Hewlett Packard (Hp) Graduate Program are now being accepted. Interested candidates are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2025
Are you in the 18–25 age range? Applications for the 2026 ABSA Fellowship Program are being accepted at this time. Candidates are encouraged to click here to apply and learn more about this opportunity.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2025
Are you an undergraduate student who is between the ages of 18 and 27? Applications are now being accepted for Diageo's Learning for Life program in business and hospitality skills. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2025
Are you a researcher from Africa? The DSTI-CSIR African Laser Centre Scholarship Program is currently accepting applications. Interested candidates can click here to learn more about the program and to apply.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2025
Are you a recent graduate with a lot of potential who wants to influence how networks and technology develop? The Project Pathfinder Graduate Skills Development Scheme is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 04 Sep, 2025
Are you female? Do you also possess the ability to lead? Applications for the WomenLift Health Southern Africa Leadership Journey 2026 Program are being accepted at this time. To apply or learn more about this opportunity, candidates can click here.
Date Posted: 04 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.