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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.
Utrecht University is currently accepting applications for its Critical Pathways Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encourage to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
William T. Grant Foundation is currently accepting applications for its William T. Grant Scholars Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Goethe-Institut is currently accepting applications for the Visual Art Grant for Artistic Collaboration and Dissemination 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 Moleskine Foundation Creativity Pioneers Fund 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
University of Southern Denmark is currently accepting applications for its Urban Resilience Intensive Training 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
United Nations is currently accepting applications for its Reham Al-Farra Memorial Journalism 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 Rooted Future Labs Environmental Justice & Tech Fellowship Summer 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 African Union Innovating Education in Africa 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 Spencer Foundation Racial Equity Research Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Internet Society is currently accepting applications for its Mid Career Fellowship 2026. Interesyed applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
Academics Stand Against Poverty (ASAP) is currently accepting applications for its Nelson Mandela Essay Prize Competition 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 Joint Japan/World Bank Graduate Scholarship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 01 Apr, 2026
The Green Institute has opened applications for its Officially Green Leaders Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
American Psychological Foundation is currently accepting applications for its COGDOP Graduate Student Scholarships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
Rising Tide Group is currently accepting applications for its Clinical Cancer Research Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
American Psychological Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Sharon Stephens Brehm Undergraduate Psychology Scholarships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Young Audience Music (YAM) Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
Cancer Research Institute (CRI) is currently accepting applications for its Irvington Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
Johns Hopkins Center for Health Security is currently accepting applications for its Prospective Emerging Leaders in Biosecurity (ELBI) Fellows 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the African Youth Negotiators Fellowship (AYNF) - Cohort 5 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 31 Mar, 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.