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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.
Caribbean Export Development Agency is currently accepting applications for its GRIT 2026 Trade Mission to Canada 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Life-Baker Rising Stars Academic Competition 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) Green Cities Network 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
One Health and Development Initiative (OHDI) is currently accepting applications for its One Health Communications Internship Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accpeted for the Global Institute Fellowship for Transforming Systems (GIFTS) Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
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Tokyo City University is currently accepting applications for its Gotoh Educational Corporation Tokyu Group Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
University of Virginia is currently accepting applications for its Jefferson Scholars Foundation Scholarship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Five Rings Quantitative Researcher Internship 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
University of Oslo is currently accepting applications for its Oslo Postdoctoral Research Fellowship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
"La Caixa” Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Postdoctoral Junior Leader Fellowships 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the "la Caixa" Foundation Postdoctoral Junior Leader Incoming Fellowships for STEM Researchers in Spain 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
City of Sydney is currently accepting applications for its Economic Grants Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Nillumbik Shire Council is currently accepting applications for its International Day of People with Disability Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Freiburg Institute for Advanced Studies (FRIAS) is currently accepting applications for its Sustainable Governance Senior Fellowship Programme for Researchers from Africa 2027/28. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) is currently accepting applications for its Global Voices for Peace Small Seed Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Horizon Institute for Public Service is currently accepting applications are currently being accepted for the Horizon Fellowship Cohort 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Association for Responsible AI (ARAI) is currently accepting applications for its Transfyr AI Fellowship 2026-2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Roosevelt Institute is currently accepting applications for its Good Life Resident Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
PowerToFly is currently accepting applications for its Break Into Tech AI Developer Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 27 Jul, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Feminist Africa Writing Workshop Scholarship 2026. Interested applicants are encourabed to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 25 Jul, 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.