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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.
They are calling on the youth of Africa to join an inspiring movement, Equations Nomades, that seeks to reinvent the reappropriation of our rich and diverse cultural heritage.
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2025
Applications are open to interested Rice Processors with experience in the field of the 5-course Rice Miller Business Training (RMBT) Program and Business Development Support (BDS)
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2025
As part of its linguistic and educational cooperation, the Embassy of France in Nigeria is launching a call for applications to support the creation of Digital Resource Centers in Nigerian universities.
Date Posted: 08 Jul, 2025
Mountainfilm is committed to supporting documentary filmmakers in telling stories that support their mission to inspire audiences to create a better world.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
ACI Foundation is currently offering 48 fellowships and scholarships for high potential students in concrete-related graduate and undergraduate degree programs.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The United Nations – Nippon Foundation Fellowship provides Government officials and other mid-level professionals from developing States with advanced training on ocean affairs and the law of the sea, as well as related disciplines, including marine science in support of management frameworks.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The NASA Postdoctoral Program (NPP) offers unique research opportunities to highly-talented U.S. and non-U.S. scientists to engage in ongoing NASA research projects at a NASA Center
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
Invest Nova Scotia Accelerate is a milestone-based program that helps Nova Scotia start-ups get investment-ready.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The Cynthia Lennon Scholarship for Girls are happy to announce that applications for the 2025 school year are now open to prospective candidates.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
With its development-oriented postgraduate study programmes, the DAAD promotes the training of specialists from development and newly industrialised countries.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The Economics of Environment and Energy Programme (EEE), International Growth Centre (IGC) and Programme on Innovation and Diffusion (POID) within the LSE Economics Department are convening the fourth Environment Week at the LSE on 22-25 September 2025
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The ICYF and the Ministry of Youth and Sports of the Republic of Türkiye in partnership with the TRT are pleased to announce that applications are now open for the ICYF International Media Training Camp 2025
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
The Student Innovation Competition is a cornerstone initiative of the Sustainability & ESG Africa Conference & Expo, designed to spotlight and celebrate the next generation of African changemakers.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
Ken Saro-Wiwa Int'l Writers' Residency welcome interested writers to apply for this unique opportunity to focus on their craft and connect with fellow writers.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
Join the AI Talent Accelerator, organised by the Ogun State Ministry of Science and Tech and proudly sponsored by Bosun Tijani Foundation.
Date Posted: 07 Jul, 2025
Applications are officially open for the Startup World Cup Central America Regional!
Date Posted: 05 Jul, 2025
Alibaba CoCreate Pitch is the world’s leading product-driven startup competitions where bold entrepreneurs pitch their vision, connect with top global manufacturers and investors, and compete for a prize.
Date Posted: 05 Jul, 2025
The Danish Advanced Research Academy (DARA) is pleased to announce its Summer 2025 Call for Open PhD Fellowships.
Date Posted: 05 Jul, 2025
The Restoration Stewards program is a youth program rooted in care, landscape leadership, diversity, intersectionality and intergenerational equity
Date Posted: 05 Jul, 2025
Cyber Innovation Network is the primary program for collaboration and integration between the Agency and the national ecosystem of research, innovation, and industry.
Date Posted: 05 Jul, 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.