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.
Applications are currently being accepted for the JINR START Winter Program 2027 in Russia. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
The University of Sheffield is currently being accepted for the AHRC DLA Scholarship 2027 in UK. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Council for Global Affairs & Development is currently accepting applications for its GYIS Paris Scholarship 2027 in France. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the AIxBio Fellowship 2027 at Cambridge. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the NetHope Humanitarian AI Research Fellowship 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Alfred Friendly Press Partners Fellowship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the HP-UCL IOE Fellowship in AI in Education 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
The University of Texas at Austin is currently accepting applications for its America in the World Consortium Predoctoral Fellowship 2027-2028. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more aboout this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
University of Cambridge is currently accepting applications for its Discovery of Rational Therapeutic Biomarkers in Breast Cancer Scholarship 2027 in UK. Intersted applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
The University of Queensland is currently accepting applications for its ARC Future Fellowships 2027 in Australia. Interested applicant arem encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Amazon Research Awards Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
ETH Zürich is currently accepting applications for its ETH AI Center Fellowship 2027 in Switzerland. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
University of Edinburg is currently accepting applications for its Koestler Psychologies Scholarship 2027 in UK. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Swinburne University of Technology Research Stipend Scholarship 2027 in Australia. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Early Cancer Institute, University of Cambridge is currently accepting applications for its Elphick Studentship Scholarship 2027 in UK. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the United Nations Young Professionals Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Iceland Writers Retreat Program 2027 in Iceland. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opprotunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
University of Leeds is currently accepting applications for its Digital Futures Scholarship 2027 in UK. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Global Institute for Impactful Change - Youth Changemakers Summit 2026 in Hungary. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 2026
Applications are currently being accepte for the Tyndall National Institute PhD Scholarship 2027 in Ireland. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 05 Oct, 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.