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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 an undergraduate sophomore? The Milken Institute HBCU Fellows Program is now accepting applications. Interested candidates can apply and read more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 27 Aug, 2025
Applications for the TWAS Fellowships for Advanced Training and Research are now being accepted. Young scientists from developing nations who are interested are encouraged to apply. Click here for additional information about this opportunity and to apply.
Date Posted: 27 Aug, 2025
Are you a native of a developing nation? Would you like to work toward a doctorate in the physical sciences? For the TWAS-SN Bose Postgraduate Fellowship Program, applications are now being accepted. Interested candidates can apply and read more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 27 Aug, 2025
Submissions are open for the 2026–2027 Human Rights Advocates Program. Interested candidates can find out more about this opportunity and submit an application by clicking here.
Date Posted: 27 Aug, 2025
The Elsevier Foudation Chemistry for Climate Acation Challenge is now accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, organizations interested in tackling sustainable challenges using green and sustainable chemistry solutions may click here.
Date Posted: 27 Aug, 2025
Are you a freelancer or journalist covering tropical rainforest issues? The Pulitzer Center rainforest report grant is now accepting applications. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply and learn more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The 100 Young Leaders Awards from the Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust are now accepting applications. For additional information about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are encouraged to visit here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The 100 Young Leaders Awards from the Queen Elizabeth II Commonwealth Trust are now accepting applications. For additional information about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are encouraged to visit here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Are you an artist? The QM-Jerome Foundation Fellowship for Emerging Artists 2026-2027 is now accepting applications. Interested candidates can apply and read more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Those under 35 who have earned a master's degree or graduate diploma in a land management-related field within the last ten years are eligible to apply for the Aubrey Barker Fund. To find out more and apply, click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The Racial Diversity UK Fund of the Nuffield Foundation is now accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Are you an individual or non-governmental organization working on one or more field projects that attempt to prevent and combat child trafficking and exploitation using a human rights-based approach? The Human Rights Prize's CNCDH 2025 Edition is now accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, interested candidates can click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Do you have solutions to shape the future as a young professional, innovator, or world leader? The global future forum is now accepting applications. To learn more about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are encouraged to click this link.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Do you work as an AI innovator in an African nation? The AI Hub for Sustainable Development Compute Accelerator Program is now accepting applications. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
Applications are now being accepted for the OWSD-Elsevier Foundation Awards for Early Career Women Scientists in Developing Countries. To find out more about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are urged to click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The Stanley Creators Fund is now accepting applications. We encourage social entrepreneurs that want to address urgent issues in their communities to apply. To apply and find out more about this opportunity, click here.
Date Posted: 26 Aug, 2025
The 2025 Local Letters for Global Change contest is currently accepting applications. Students who are interested in applying or learning more about the opportunity should click here.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
For women interested in the American-Short Term Research Publication Grant, applications are now being accepted. To find out more about this opportunity and to apply, interested candidates are urged to click here.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
The AAUW's International Project Grants are now accepting applications. Interested candidates are urged to apply and read more about this opportunity by clicking here.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 2025
To learn more about the Harvard University Environmental Fellows Program 2026, interested candidates are urged to visit here and submit an application.
Date Posted: 25 Aug, 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.