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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.
World Literacy Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Youth Ambassador Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Dovetail Impact Foundation Acceleration Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently beeing accepted for the STEMi Makers Africa World Water Campaign 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this oppportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Cambridge Boston Alignment Initiative (CBAI) is currently accepting applications for its Summer Research Fellowship in AI Safety 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Koç University is currently accepting applications for its MiReKoc International Summer School 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the European Union StEPPFoS Summer School 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Policy and Legal Advocacy Centre (PLAC) is currently accepting applications for its Internship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Scientific Committee on Antarctic Research (SCAR) is currently accepting applications for its Fellowship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Refugees International is currently accepting applications for its Refugees Fellows Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC) is currently accepting applications for its Internship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 02 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Cascador ScaleUp Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the National Taiwan Library Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Women for Africa Foundation Learn Africa Scholarship Programme 2026/2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
The Cancer Research Institute (CRI) is currently accepting applications for its Immuno-Informatics Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
National Geographic Society is currently accepting applications for The Climate Pledge Funding Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Falling Walls Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Falling Walls Lab Antananarivo, Madagascar 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is currently accepting applications for the Our Ocean Conference Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Oppenheimer Generations Research & Conservation has opened applications for its Jennifer Ward Oppenheimer (JWO) Research Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
The Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) is currently accepting applications for its Americas Program Internship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 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.