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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.
Applications are currently being accepted for the Morgan Stanley Alliance for Children's Mental Health Innovation Awards 2027. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 13 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Pfizer Fellowship Grant Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
The Grierson Trust is currently accepting applications for its Grierson-Percy Documentary Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Community Foundation Northern Ireland is currently accepting applications for The Randal Foundation Small Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Charles Hayward Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Social & Criminal Justice Grant 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Art Fund Curators Programme at Frieze Masters 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Earth Journalism Network (EJN) is currently accepting applications for its Biodiversity Fellowships for Journalists to Cover the UN Biodiversity Conference (UNCBD COP17) in Yerevan, Armenia 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
U.S. Embassy Jerusalem is currently accepting applications for its Humphrey Fellowship Program 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Science Forum South Africa (SFSA) Science Diplomacy Awards 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Agence Française de Développement (AFD) is currently accepting applications for its Research Projects on Adaptation in the Mediterranean Region 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
The World Hepatitis Alliance has opened applications for its SAFEStart+ Project Small Grants 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Machaon International is currently accepting applicantions for its Art Residency Disappearing Landscape Program 2026,. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Novo Nordisk Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Investigator Initiated Clinical Trials Grant Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council is currently accepting applications for its Coronation Bursary Scheme 2026/27. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
The Finnish Foundation for Economic Education is currently accepting application for its Grants for Research Groups 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the South Yorkshire's Community Foundation (SYCF) Small Grants Programme 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for Leading Scholarship to Attend the One Young World Summit 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the British American Tobacco Nigeria (BATN) Foundation Graduate Agripreneur Program (GAP) 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Applications are currently being accepted for the Nigerian Sovereign Investment Authority (NSIA) Prize for Innovation 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 12 Jun, 2026
Ele-Vate AI is currently accepting applications for The Presidential African Youth in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Competition for Young Africans 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Date Posted: 11 Jun, 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.